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Knuston HallProgramme of Courses & Events

April 2016 – September 2016

Knuston Hall, Irchester, NN29 7EU

www.knustonhall.org.uk

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Knuston HallOpen Day

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Dear Friends of Knuston HallWelcome to our new programme of courses, talks and events covering the period from April to September 2016. As always we hope you find your regular tutors and courses or perhaps even, by perusing the pages of this brochure, you will spot something new!

After more than two decades working here at Knuston Hall, having watched it grow and develop into what it has become today, it is very exciting to be able to bring you up-to-date with the latest developments regarding the future of this wonderfully inspiring yet increasingly rare centre of residential learning.

Northamptonshire County Council (NCC) has been responsible for Knuston Hall since 1949 and since then, Knuston has gone from strength to strength providing an ever-increasing selection of learning opportunities for adults with an enormously loyal group of regular guests.

For the last two years, NCC has been working closely with the University of Northampton and Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to look at bringing together many aspects of the three organisations’ work that relate, in significant ways, to the concept of ‘wellbeing’. From the outset in early 2014, NCC has considered the opportunities provided here at Knuston to be clearly within the scope of these discussions and this has remained the case.

As a result of many months of exciting, innovative and sometimes complex developments, an organisation called ‘First for Wellbeing’ will open its doors on 1st April 2016 and start providing a significant array of wellbeing services to the public. The development of this new organisation is of significant national interest and we are very proud to be part of it. Along with Country Parks, Libraries, Outdoor Learning and many more local services, Knuston Hall has a very exciting future as one of the services within ‘First for Wellbeing’. NCC will still work very closely with First for Wellbeing and a quick flick through the pages of this brochure will show you that residential and non-residential courses, talks and learning events will still be provided here at Knuston for a long time to come.

Those of you who would like to know a little more about what sort of organisation ‘First for Wellbeing’ will be, may like to look up ‘Community Interest Company’ or CIC.

As many of you know, there is something incredibly special about walking through the doors of this great place. Hundreds and hundreds of regular guests over the years have tried to articulate what it is that creates such a fabulous sense of wellbeing for regular visitors and even for those who come for the first time. What excites me now is the thought that there are going to be new opportunities coming our way to work with colleagues from a new set of services, all with ‘wellbeing’ at the core, to help more people to benefit from what we currently have to offer and to start to build new ways to reach out to those who have yet to experience the benefits of the environment here at Knuston Hall.

In the meantime, you will notice very little change when you book your course or when you arrive for your weekend, but it is my firm belief that these developments are likely to mean that your courses will be running for many more years to come.

Myself and the team look forward to seeing you here very soon.

Best WishesEamonn Flanagan Manager, Knuston Hall

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Enrolment & General Information

Enrolling, Deposits and Balances

Each course booking requires a deposit of £40. Day courses and shorter events require the full fee payable on enrolment. You can enrol using the telephone, email or in person. Unfortunately it is not possible to reserve a place unless the deposit is paid or is on its way in the post, in which case the place will be held for five days. Once the deposit has been paid, this is taken as confirmation that the course is booked and you will attend. A receipt and full course details will follow when they are available. The balance of the fee is due one month before the course. If we have not received the balance at this time we will contact you for payment. If the balance is not settled following a reminder, we reserve the right to offer that place to another applicant.

Catering/Special Dietary Requirements

All meals and refreshments are included in the residential price of courses. Meals and refreshments are also included for those who choose to join a course as a non-resident with the exception of breakfast.Whilst we cannot cater for a wide range of likes and dislikes, we can cater for vegetarian, vegan, ‘no red meat’ and gluten-free diets, if booked in advance. Please mention your special diet EVERY time you enrol so that records can be kept up to date. If you have any serious allergies to food types, please inform us when you enrol, and remind us on arrival.

Arrival and Departure Times

Many courses have standard ‘weekend’ timings, so unless your course details state otherwise, arrival on day 1 is usually from 5.30pm in time for the meal at 7pm. We now have a lunch talk programme on specific Fridays so weekend guests can have the option of arriving early. See pages 30 and 31 for details. If there is no lunch talk, why not come for lunch anyway? Call 01604 362200 to book. On the final day of weekend courses, departure is approximately 3.30pm. However, we ask that bedrooms

are vacated by 9.30am unless you are informed that this is not necessary. PLEASE read your course details carefully as day courses and longer courses have different timings.

Cancellations, Refunds and Transfer of Fees

We suggest you take out your own insurance in case you have to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances.Residential Courses: If cancellation is as a result of a medical condition for which you can provide certification, your deposit is transferable and your balance is refundable. If, however, it is not as a result of a medical condition and it is more than two weeks before the course starts, your balance is refundable and your deposit transferable apart from a £10 ‘admin fee’. If it is not as a result of a medical condition, and is within two weeks of the start of the course, no refund or transfer of fees is possible. A deposit can only be transferred as a deposit on a new enrolment. No fees can be transferred to another person. Day Courses: More than two weeks before the course, the fees are refundable apart from a £10 admin fee. If it is not as a result of a medical condition, and is within two weeks of the start of the course, no refund or transfer of fees is possible.Dinner Talks, Out To Lunch Plus, B&B: Full refund if we are informed before the event.

Equal Opportunities Policy

Knuston Hall is committed to providing equal opportunities without discrimination for all people. We wish to ensure that each student is treated fairly and has an equal opportunity to fulfil her/his potential. When contacting the college to discuss or enrol on a course, please mention all information which may help us to provide the best possible circumstances for you. This could include issues such as any mobility difficulties, hearing or visual limitations, special learning needs or allergies. Whatever it is, we will endeavour to take all reasonable steps to help.

Centre Manager: Eamonn Flanagan Deputy Centre Manager: Sharon WardBusiness Development Manager: James HayterFacilities Supervisor: Paul GreavesHead Chef: Lee RobinsonDining Room Supervisor: Sharon Greenhalf

Administrator: Nicola WrightAdministrator: Julia PerkinsDomestic Supervisor: Kim PatenallDuty Manager: Michele LyonsDuty Manager: John Wilson

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Course Index

HUMANITIES AND LITERATUREAztecs and Art...................................................... 24Beekeeping .......................................................... 21Behind the Iron Curtain ......................................... 18Bellini, Bruegel, Rembrandt, Cézanne .................... 39Egyptology ..................................................... 14, 40English Cathedrals ................................................ 16Film History ............................................................ 9Hitittes ................................................................. 33Homer, Hesiod, Herodotus ..................................... 32Plants .................................................................. 38Queen Elizabeth I and II ........................................... 6Railways in Film ....................................................34The Georgians ...................................................... 21The Novel ............................................................. 13The United States ............................................. 7, 25Wildlife ................................................................. 25

LANGUAGESFrench ........................................................... 12, 25German .................................................... 14, 20, 37Russian ................................................................ 17

MUSIC AND MUSIC APPRECIATIONAccordion Jazz ..................................................... 15Clarinet .................................................................. 9Classical Music in London ..................................... 22Early Music .......................................................... 11Flute ...................................................................... 9Handel ................................................................. 21Jazz Improvisation ................................................ 19Saxophone ........................................................... 25Shakespeare in Music ........................................... 36Singing ............................................................. 6, 39Songwriting .......................................................... 18String Quartet Coaching ........................................ 38Ukulele .........................................12, 20, 33, 35, 39

PRACTICAL ARTS AND CRAFTSBeadwork ...................... 7, 11, 13, 19, 22, 24, 33, 35Book Restoration .................................................. 24Botanical Painting ................................. 8, 23, 24, 25Calligraphy .....................................................34, 35Canal Art ............................................................ 4, 5Cartoons .............................................................. 37Chinese Brush Painting ..........................5, 16, 17, 33Coloured Pencils ............................................. 10, 36Copperplate.......................................................... 14Drawing for the Terrified ........................................ 19

Drawing with the Machine Needle .......................... 40Embroidered Books............................................... 32Embroidery ......................................... 10, 18, 23, 27European Bobbin lace ........................................... 11Felt Making .......................................................... 10Goldwork .................................................. 13, 36, 37Impressionism ................................................22, 23Japanese Embroidery ........................................... 15Lace ............................... 7, 8, 11, 16, 26, 27, 32, 38Lace Summer School ...................................... 26, 27Lace – World Lace Week ...................................... 55Layered Collage .................................................... 17Master Class with Richard Box ..............................34Mosaics ............................................................... 21Origami ................................................................ 10Painting .......................................................... 21, 22Papermaking ...................................................11, 41Parchment ..................................................... 15, 34Pastel Pencils ....................................................... 14Patchwork .............................................................. 5Patchwork ................................................ 16, 24, 41Photography ......................................................... 10Polymer Beadwork ................................................ 16Pottery ................................................................. 12Pyrography ............................................................. 6Scrapbooking ................................................. 13, 38Sewing Machine ............................................. 12, 39Silk Painting ......................................................... 20Silver Jewellery................................................. 8, 41Special Clothes ............................................... 16, 32Spinning ................................................................. 8Stumpwork ............................................................. 7Upholstery ............................................................40Weaving ................................................................. 8Woodcarving .............................................. 6, 19, 37Alexander Technique ............................................. 17Circle Dancing and Pilates ..................................... 20Cryptic Crosswords .........................................35, 36Human Relationships ............................................ 17Style, Image and Colour ........................................ 12Tai Chi and Dao Yin ......................................7, 14, 40Tender Loving Care ............................................... 17Tranquillity ............................................................ 13Yoga .................................................................... 18

Dinner Talks & Events ........................... 28 and 29Out To Lunch Plus...................................30 and 31Forthcoming Courses ....................................... 42Tutor Biographies ..............................................46

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The enrolment deposit is £40. See page 2 for details.Booking two ‘back to back’ residential courses attracts a 10% discount.

I200 Extend Your Saxophone Skills

Tues – Fri: 29 March – 1 April 2016Tutors: Debbie Scherer, Sarah Jobson and Guest Tutor Shared bedroom occupancy: £360.00Single bedroom occupancy: £411.00Non-resident: £276.00This highly sought after course will be of particular interest to those in the early and intermediate stages of saxophone playing. The course content will allow for those with some experience (recommended maximum playing ability grade 5 approximately) as well as those with only 6 months’ learning. Those taking on saxophone as a second instrument will also benefit from this course. Material and tutoring will be appropriate to the standard of each individual and the timetable will be devised to enable progressive learning. Please note: You may like to increase your learning by staying on to participate in Course I554 Extend Your Saxophone Skills Weekend.

I554 Extend Your Saxophone Skills Weekend

Weekend: 1–3 April 2016Tutors: Debbie Scherer and Sarah Jobson (guest tutor tbc)Shared bedroom occupancy: £245.00Single bedroom occupancy: £279.00Non-resident: £188.00This weekend course will be of particular interest to those in the early and intermediate stages of saxophone playing. The course content will allow for those with some experience (recommended maximum playing ability grade 5 approximately) as well as those with only 6 months’ learning. Those taking on saxophone as a second instrument will also benefit from this course. Material and tutoring will be appropriate to the standard of each individual and the timetable will be devised to enable progressive learning. Please note: You may like to increase your learning by participating in Course I200 – Extend Your Saxophone Skills.

March–April 2016

I570 Behind The Music: The Eurovision Song Contest at 60

Weekend: 1–3 April 2016Tutors: Paul Jordan (aka Dr Eurovision)Shared bedroom occupancy: £245.00Single bedroom occupancy: £279.00Non-resident: £188.00Eurovision is one of the longest and most successful television formats in broadcasting history. Critics have labelled it as musically irrelevant and culturally inferior, yet it has the capacity to illuminate, reflect and even drive key socio-political and identity debates in Europe today. Using a series of case studies, this course covers the complete history of Eurovision including politics, gender and sexuality not to mention a celebration of the music and fashions from over the years. It’s an affectionate look back at an event that everyone, whether they love or loath it, has an opinion on. Eurovision fans and anybody looking for a great weekend all welcome.

J706 Canal Art With A Contemporary Twist

Sun – Tues: 3–5 April 2016 Tutor: Tim Whitelock Standard Weekend Prices Apply: See aboveCanal Art, the colourful decoration found on canal narrow boats, is based on the traditions of the late 1800’s, early 1900’s, and now includes many contemporary designs that reflect the countryside, animals, places, film, television characters, etc. The traditional styles have been adapted to suit the many different types of boats now found on canals. This course includes exercises in traditional patterns of roses and daisies, and a design with a contemporary twist. Bring your own items to decorate with traditional and contemporary patterns.

Dinner Talks and Events at Knuston Hall

With Dinner, 6.30pm for 7pm £23.95. See p28–29.

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Standard Weekend PricesSingle: £286 Shared: £252 Non-resident: £193


Please Note: Where appropriate, we will send out a materials list in advance of the course, particularly in the case of craft courses.

J903 Canal Boat Art: Castles

Wednesday 6 April 2016 Tutor: Tim WhitelockOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Canal Boat Art is the colourful decoration found on working narrow boats that travelled on the many canals that radiated out from the Midlands. It was a ‘Folk Art’ of the late 1800’s and early 1900’s that has now been adapted to suit contemporary boats found on our inland waterways. The traditional styles included roses, daisies and castle paintings. This one day course is an introduction to painting a castle picture and will take participants, stage by stage, through painting one example. The painted item can be taken away at the end of the day.

J904 Canal Boat Art: Roses and Daisies

Thursday 7 April 2016Tutor: Tim WhitelockOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Canal Boat Art is the colourful decoration found on working narrow boats that travelled on the many canals that radiated out from the Midlands. It was the ‘Folk Art’ of the late 1800’s and early 1900’s that has now been adapted to suit contemporary boats found on our inland waterways. The traditional styles included roses, daisies and castle paintings. This one-day course is an introduction to painting a rose and daisy pattern. The course will take participants, stage by stage, through an exercise and one painted item. The painted item can be taken away at the end of the day.

J201 Patchwork Retreat

Tue – Fri: 5–8 April 2016Tutor: Penny MackenzieShared bedroom occupancy: £357.00Single bedroom occupancy: £408.00Non-resident: £274.00Come to Knuston and create your own Patchwork! Whether you already know what to do or whether you need to start from scratch does not matter I can get you going. You will go home with knowledge and enthusiasm to carry on sewing!


Weekend: 8–10 April 2016Tutor: Penny MackenzieStandard Weekend Price: See aboveSee J201 above for course details.


Sun – Tues: 10–12 April 2016 Tutor: Penny Mackenzie Standard Weekend Prices Apply: See aboveSee J201 above for course details.

J306 Chinese Brush Painting

Wed – Fri: 6–8 April 2016Tutor: Pauline CherrettShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This midweek course will study a number of subjects such as flower, bird, fruit, animal, fish or landscape. Examples will be provided for use during the course, which will be taught in the traditional way of demonstration and practice. Learning will continue in the evening with a presentation on painting, culture or travel. This course is suitable for both beginners and improvers. New learners will be able to see what they may be able to achieve in future courses.


Weekend: 8–10 April 2016Tutor: Pauline CherrettStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThis weekend course will study a number of subjects such as flower, bird, fruit, animal, fish or landscape, all taught in the traditional method of demonstration and practice. Learning will continue on Saturday evening with a presentation on painting or travel for example. This course is suitable for both beginners and the more advanced. New learners will be able to see what they may be able to achieve in future courses. Calming music helps to aid concentration while painting.

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J854 Conkers and Skipping Ropes: A 40s and 50s Childhood with Tricia Thompson

Thursday 7 April 2016 Talk at 2pm Afternoon tea at 3pm

J802 Concert Halls of London with Tricia Thompson

Thursday 7 April 2016


Fri 8 April 2016

J557 Sing a Sound of Music with Tricia Thompson

Weekend: 8–10 April 2016Tutor: Tricia ThompsonStandard Weekend Price: See aboveA fun filled weekend singing the amazing songs from the musical The Sound of Music. No previous singing experience or the ability to read music is needed, just the willingness to join in and enjoy yourself. There will be structured vocal warm-ups and tips to achieve the best from your voice and all of the individual songs will be taught. The weekend culminates in a performance of the songs – costumes are optional but will add to the fun!

J108 Pyrography Workshop

Mon – Wed: 11–13 April 2016Tutor: Bob NeillShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00The course will be structured to allow the following areas to be covered: Introduction to the course; History of pyrography; Demonstration of techniques and practicing a variety of basic techniques working on leather, veneer and making a greeting card. You will get to work with getting

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to know the equipment and materials and produce small items – plaques, coasters, key fobs etc. We will use decorative silhouettes working on a bread/cheese board and decorating a small bowl.We will work our way through as much of the above as possible in as flexible a manner as time allows.

J322 Mid Week Woodcarving Workshop

Wed – Fri: 13–15 April 2016Tutor: Peter SchwartzShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*This two day woodcarving workshop is open to all experience levels. If you are a beginner you will introduced to woods and tools and be guided at your own pace through the stages of carving a simple relief project. Practiced carvers are equally welcome, with tuition on-hand, there will be the opportunity for you to develop your skills, carving in relief or in the round. A wealth of woodcarving reference material is available to guide and stimulate creative designs. *Materials supplement of £10.00.

J803 The Mitford Sisters, Edward VIII and a town called Swastika with David Baker


J911 Two Elizabeths – A Tale Across Two Centuries

Friday 15 April 2016Tutor: David Baker One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Our world today is defined by politics, people and personalities. It was so in the Tudor period in a redefined country forged by Elizabeth I and populated with adventurers and a generation of explorers. We look at the England re-shaped by Elizabeth I more than 450 years ago and examine the way it was changed for ever, seeking connections with the second Elizabethan age of today.

“Out To Lunch Plus” – See Pg 30 & 31

Dinner Talk – See Centre Pages



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J558 The USA – Founding a Nation

Weekend: 15–17 April 2016Tutor: David BakerStandard Weekend Price: See aboveFrom the first settlers that moved from Asia to North America to the European colonists who followed in the steps of Columbus and the Pilgrim Fathers, this is the story of successive generations – of Indians and of families from Europe – forging a life on the wilds of the New Frontier. The story begins 25,000 years ago and ends with the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the first decades of a new adventure in nation-building.

J857 Sweet Memories – But Don’t Get Me Started on Wagon Wheels with Kevin Varty

Friday 15 April 2016

J510 Stumpwork – A Bug’s Eye View

Weekend: 15–17 April 2016Tutor: Kay DennisStandard Weekend Price: See above Imagine lying in a flower meadow looking through the grasses and flowers at the insects and bugs that are crawling up the stems. Using embroidery stitches, padding and raising, free standing elements and wires, learn to make these fascinating creepy crawlies. You will be taught to use iridescent silk organza and needlelace for wings and stitches or padding for the bodies. Also learn how to make the stalks of the grasses and flowers in various techniques.

J702 Stumpwork – A Bug’s Eye View

Sun – Wed: 17–20 April 2016Tutor: Kay DennisShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00Please see J510 above for course description.

J713 Beadweaving: A Geometric Journey

Sun – Wed: 17–20 April 2016Tutor: Stephanie BurnhamShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00Geometric bead work is a fascinating technique and one that is actually fairly easy to learn. Students will be working with Japanese Delica cylinder beads which sit together perfectly creating a firm foundation. A working knowledge of basic peyote stitch would be an advantage for this technique. Help with colour combinations will be given. All materials will be available to purchase from the tutor.

J926 Tai Chi and Dao Yin

Monday 18 April 2016Tutor: Amanda EganOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Spend a day enjoying a variety of flowing Chinese exercises and leave feeling relaxed. This course is suitable for men and women, for beginners and those with experience of Dao Yin or Tai Chi. We will work on a variety of Dao Yin exercises, including some from the Baton set and a section of even-paced, Yang style, Tai Chi. In the process, gaining greater confidence and coordination in movement and breath and releasing tension.

J905 Bucks Point Lace Day

Friday 22 April 2016 Tutor: Jackie PoulterOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62The course covers all the techniques for this type of lace and is suitable for those who are new to Bucks Point as well as for those who are experienced in making this beautiful type of lace. During the weekend you could start a new project or work on/complete an ongoing one, learn a new ground, or how to re-draft or design your next project.


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Geometric and floral techniques are included. Students benefit from individual tuition and group demonstrations. Please contact the tutor prior to the course with details of your intended project.

J519 Bucks Point Lace

Weekend: 22–24 April 2016Tutor: Jackie PoulterStandard Weekend Price: See above See Course J905 above for course details.

J909 A Day of Bedfordshire Lace

Friday 22 April 2016 Tutor: Denise VickeryOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Students will learn the next steps on their personal ladder of achievement wherever it is, from beginner to very experienced, giving them more confidence with which to tackle new work. Through discussion of previous work and assessments of each student’s needs, individual programmes of work for the day will be established and a pattern provided. Old and new Lace will be displayed for discussion to add to our understanding of the techniques used.

J548 Traditional Bedfordshire Lace

Weekend: 22–24 April 2016Tutor: Denise VickeryStandard Weekend Price: See above See course 909 above for course details.

J559 Botanical Watercolour Painting for Beginners

Weekend: 22–24 April 2016Tutor: Kate NuttallStandard Weekend Price: See aboveLearning and developing the skills of botanical watercolour painting can be a joy for anyone who appreciates the beauty of plants. This weekend course is designed for beginners, to introduce you to the skills you will need to get started. Everyone will begin with the same subject and will be guided through each stage of the creative process, with demonstrations and plenty of one-to-one tuition.

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You will learn about equipment and composition, and you will practise the drawing and painting skills needed to create a beautiful finished work of art.

J530 Creating Silver Jewellery

Weekend: 22–24 April 2016Tutor: Stephen O’KeeffeStandard Weekend Price: See above *This is a practical course with regular teacher demonstrations to provide step by step instruction. A range of traditional skills will be used to create several unique pieces of jewellery using silver and other metals, also semi precious stones. The teaching style is flexible, allowing for individual progress regardless of experience and ability. Achievement is invariably higher than expectation. *Materials supplement of £15–£20.

J109 Weaving Summer School

Mon – Fri: 25–29 April 2016Tutor: Pam AustinShared bedroom occupancy: £468.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £536.00*Non-resident: £359.00*Learn to weave on the latest folding rigid heddle looms from Ashford; for absolute beginners or those wishing to develop and explore advanced rigid heddle techniques such as second heddle. Complete at least two projects of choice from simple scarves to double weave hand bound books, throws, or cushions. Topics include: Design-sources of inspiration; Structure-tabby candlewick etc; Colour-how to manage it; Texture-choose yarn and fibre that fits the purpose; Finishing and Recording. A unique fun-filled creative experience with lots of help and inspiration. *Materials supplement of £10.00.

J539 Spin Wool and Alpaca Yarn

Weekend: 29 April – 1 MayTutor: Pam AustinStandard Weekend Price: See above*Be inspired; spin your own yarn for knitting weaving and crochet using fine wool, fleece and alpaca during a really satisfying and eco-friendly weekend. All wheels, fleece, fibre and equipment

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included and no previous experience necessary. Use traditional wheel, drop spindle or e-spinner and make at least one skein, probably more. Use a unique luxury yarn. Learn: long draw, wheel maintenance, colour theory, fibre preparation, yarn structure and how to use specialist equipment. Discover your creativity with lots of help and encouragement. *Materials supplement of £10.00.

J804 ‘You Ain’t Heard Nothing Yet’: The Career of Al Jolson with Peter Kendrick


J851 Liza Minnelli: Actress and Singer on Stage, Film and TV with Peter Kendrick

Friday 29 April 2016

J556 Film Legends: Marlon Brando and Marilyn Monroe

Weekend: 29 April – 1 May 2016Tutor: Peter KendrickStandard Weekend Price: See aboveOn this course we shall trace the careers of two screen legends. Brando (1924–2004) progressed from ‘rebel’ in the ’50’s (‘A Streetcar named Desire’, ‘On the Waterfront’) to international acclaim with ‘The Godfather’. Monroe (1926-1962) moved from model, through bit-player to sex symbol in ‘Gentlemen prefer Blondes’ and ‘Some like it Hot’ and to serious actress in ‘Bus Stop’ and ‘The Misfits’. We shall also trace the fascinating private lives of these stars. The evidence and the performances will be seen from the big screen throughout this nostalgic weekend.

J546 Bank Holiday Flute Weekend

Fri 29 April – Mon 2 May 2016Tutor: Sarah JobsonShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00This new course is for flautists with at least 18 months’ experience. Participants will receive individual support and advice as well as group tuition. Participants can expect to play with those of similar experience whilst benefiting from the skills and expertise of the tutor. A varied library of music will be available for use. There will be a piccolo, alto flute and bass flute to try. Experience in sight-reading will be beneficial. Please note: There will be opportunities to join with course J547 (clarinet weekend) for those who play both flute and clarinet and for those who would like the opportunity to play in a mixed woodwind ensemble.

J547 Bank Holiday Clarinet Weekend

Fri 29 April – Mon 2 May 2016Tutor: Debbie SchererShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00This new course is for clarinettists with at least 18 months’ experience. Participants will receive individual support and advice as well as group tuition. Participants can expect to play with those of similar experience whilst benefiting from the skills and expertise of the tutor. A varied library of music will be available for use. There will be an Eb, alto, bass and conta clarinets available to try. Experience in sight-reading will be beneficial. Please note: There will be opportunities to join with course J546 (flute weekend) for those who play both clarinet and flute and for those who would like the opportunity to play in a mixed woodwind ensemble.



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J920 A Fun Introduction to Origami

Saturday 30 April 2016Tutor: Kayo Umezawa – GreenOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62These days we are inundated with all manner of paper but most of us don’t realise how these humble sheets of paper could be transformed into something special, fun and entertaining. This course will show you not only basic skills, techniques and traditional models but also introduce a new aspect of the paper, merely using coloured paper. At the end of your day, you will never look at a sheet of blank paper the same way again!

J103 Coloured Pencils: Down on the Farm

Mon – Wed: 2–4 May 2016Tutor: Jonathan NeweyShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This is a course that will show you how to draw farm animals with coloured pencils. Using photographs supplied by the tutor you will be shown how to shade, select and mix colours, how to achieve textures such as fur and feathers and how to use different surfaces. By the end of the course you will have produced a drawing of a cockerel, a horse and a pig. The course is aimed at beginners and people with some experience of the medium.

J310 Coloured Pencils: Rust and Rustic

Wed – Fri: 4–6 May 2016Tutor: Jonathan NeweyShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This is a course that will show you how to draw rusty and rustic still life and architectural features. Using photographs supplied by the tutor you will be shown how to draw old rusty metal features such as door locks, hinges and peeling paint and also how to draw parts of old wooden gates and fences. This is an opportunity to explore different

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colours and textures from subjects you would not normally choose. By the end of the course you will have produced a couple of drawings.

J908 The Heat is On

Thursday 5 May 2016Tutor: Brian AndersonOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Defining the Anthropocene and looking at the effects that human activities are now having on our planet; and investigating the way forward to reverse the damage we are causing to protect our planet for future generations. Illustrated throughout with images from Brian’s travels to some of the world’s most fragile wilderness areas. ‘Human activity is threatening the very survival of the world we know, its environment and its wildlife.’

J805 ‘Freeze Frames’ with Brian Anderson

Thursday 5 May 2016

J858 Illustrations from the Edge with Brian Anderson

Friday 6th May

J532 A Sumptuous Chatelaine – Hand Embroidery

Weekend: 6–8 May 2016Tutor: Pat TrottStandard Weekend Price: See aboveMost embroiderers I know would love to own a Chatelaine – so why not take this opportunity to make a sumptuously embroidered and beaded one to treasure. Time permitting it could include a scissors case, needle case, thimble case and pinwheel, all embroidered with beautiful threads and encrusted with beads.

J566 Wet Felt Making

Weekend: 6–8 May 2016Tutor: Clare BullockStandard Weekend Price: See above*



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These workshops are designed to give a basic knowledge of wet feltmaking and to explore the possibilities of this wonderful medium. During the weekend we will discuss specific feltmaking techniques and processes such as nuno, lamination, cobweb and 3D. We shall also take a look at natural breeds and their felting qualities. I also hope to find time for you to make a small flat sample of felt. On Saturday using the techniques discussed on Friday evening we will design and layout the fibres to produce a wet felted picture to your own design. On Sunday we will look at making 3D flower felted brooches incorporating other fibres and threads.* For a small supplement of £10 – £15 some of the items are available if tutors’ materials are used.

J565 From Susato to Sweelinck – Music in the Low Countries, C.1550-1620

Weekend: 6–8 May 2016Tutor: Peter SyrusStandard Weekend Price: See aboveWhile many composers of Franco-Flemish or Netherlandish stock were lured south to warmer climes, others preferred to stay put, adding to the rich seam of music of post-Josquin and post-Lassus idiom. Investigating the latter, we shall see how Antwerp could compete with Venice in its array of talented printers, some of their publications of exceptionally high quality. The course will be predominantly practical, and is intended for singers and players of early instruments (A=440) confident in a one voice or instrument per part situation. Your application should detail what you intend to offer by way of voice and/or instrument(s), especially if you are not already known to the tutor.

J923 Bead work Bracelet: For Beginners

Saturday 7 May 2016Tutor: Debbie AndersonOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This course is for total beginners to learn some basic bead work stitches. It is hoped that on this taster day student’s will gain enough knowledge

and experience to complete the chosen project at home, and have a wearable piece of jewellery resulting from their first experience in Bead work.

J117 Papermaking with Plants

Mon – Wed: 9–11 May 2016Tutor: Jonathan KorejkoShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*Learn how to use plants to make decorative, colourful, and unique papers through embossing, laminating and embedding. We’ll make paper using petals, leaves, fibres, seeds, perfumes and dyes from marigolds, roses, tagetes, sunflowers, lavender, clematis, cardoons, thistles, bulrush, and horse radish! If you like plants and gardening, have an appreciation for colour and texture, and enjoy working with and on paper, you can combine all of these things in this programme and make papers of great interest and beauty. * A supplement of £10 for essential materials will be payable to the tutor.

J305 European Bobbin Lace

Wed – Fri: 11–13 May 2016Tutor: Patricia BuryShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This is a practical course for all abilities of lacemakers, from those who only have knowledge of the basic stitches to those who wish to study advanced techniques. Many of the laces are taught with the aid of colour coded diagrams to help students continue to work at home. Laces available to study are: Torchon, Flanders, Binche, Parijse, Chantilly, Brugge, Valenciennes, Tonder, Idija and chrysanthemum lace.

J506 European Bobbin Lace

Weekend: 13–15 May 2016Tutor: Patricia BuryStandard Weekend Price: See aboveSee J305 above for course details.

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J400 Your Sewing Machine Know-how

Thur – Sun: 12–15 May 2016Tutor: Kathie SelwoodShared bedroom occupancy: £383.00Single bedroom occupancy: £435.00Non-resident: £297.00If the machine can do it, you can make it with a little know how. Beginners and experienced welcome to make an article of your choice or simply experiment with a variety of sewing techniques. Your machine can be an older basic type or a modern more advanced model. There will be a display of the tutor’s projects to give you inspiration. This includes bags, book covers, cards, coaster, jewellery, table runners, place mats and pictures.

J806 The Life and Laughs of Ronnie Barker with Steve Dimmer

Thursday 12 May 2016

J859 Fingers Crossed – A History of Superstition with Tricia Thompson

Friday 13 May 2016

J860 Afternoon tea: Fingers Crossed – A History of Superstition with Tricia Thompson

Fri 13 May Talk at 2pm Afternoon Tea at 3pm

J521 French (Advanced)

Weekend: 13–15 May 2016Tutor: Monique MeagerStandard Weekend Price: See aboveUn week-end tout en français ! Nous étudierons le roman de Kamel Daoud, Meursault contre-enquête, ce qui nous donnera l’occasion de redécouvrir L’Etranger d’Albert Camus. Deux livres pour le prix d’un ! Je vous engage à les lire tous les deux et à venir prêts à discuter en français avec d’autres étudiants tout aussi motivés que vous. This course is suitable for those who have reached A level standard or above.

May 2016

J560 Pottery for Beginners

Weekend: 13–15 May 2016Tutor: Carol JacobsStandard Weekend Price: See above* This is a structured course for students with little or no previous experience. It comprises a series of short projects designed to introduce basic making and decorating techniques that allows the student to create interesting and individual pieces. Work will involve using coiling, slab and throwing techniques working with different clays. Surface decoration will explore the use of relief and slip decoration techniques. Students will be encouraged to photograph stages of making and decoration for future reference. Advice will be given about how to get your pots fired local to where you live as this will not be possible during the course. *Materials cost: £15.00 (Clay/coloured slips) payable to Tutor.

J918 Ukulele: A Day for Beginners

Saturday 14 May 2016 Tutor: Chris GammonOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Aimed at total beginners, this fun and light-hearted course will have you playing the ukulele (uke!) in no time at all. Starting with the absolute basics, you will learn how to play through a variety of different sessions, some led by the tutor, others in small break-out groups. By the end of the course you will be able to play a variety of chords and songs as part of our own mini orchestra! Please note: Participants must bring their own ukulele (soprano or concert recommended).

J924 Style, Image and Colour Review

Tuesday 17 May 2016Tutor: Lesley ClarkeOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This course encourages you to explore and develop your personal style. It aims to encourage a greater sense of confidence in your own self-image through the clothes you wear. It does this by explaining what factors are important and why. It




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helps you identify your body shape and how best to dress it with maximum effect. It explores the impact of different colours and also helps you to evaluate your wardrobe and recognise how to shop more effectively.

J303 Goldwork Embroidery

Wed – Fri: 18–20 May 2016Tutor: Hazel EverettShared bedroom occupancy: £252.00Single bedroom occupancy: £286.00Non-resident: £193.00Goldwork is a stunning form of embroidery most often associated with ecclesiastical vestments. This course will introduce you to the main techniques involved. Students can either stitch pre-set designs such as dragonflies, ivy leaves, tile motifs or work on their own design ideas. All levels are welcome from total beginners to the more experienced. Everyone will work at their own pace and guidance will be given through explanations, demonstrations and individual tuition.


Weekend: 20–22 May 2016Tutor: Hazel EverettStandard Weekend Price: See aboveSee course above for details of this course.

J861 My Kumbh Mela Journey: The Ganges and Beyond with Liz Williams

Friday 20 May 2016

J573 Achieving Ways to Tranquillity

Weekend: 20–22 May 2016Tutor: Liz WilliamsStandard Weekend Price: See aboveLike winning the lottery or the World Cup, achieving tranquillity can seem an impossible dream. Instructions and advice are everywhere, the choice is endless, but is it possible? Is it easier to pop pills or complain about boredom or busyness? Do you want to find some peace in the moment or peace in action? How to get started is the purpose of the weekend. You won’t be standing on your head

or sitting uncomfortably cross-legged, chanting strange sounds. You will be doing everyday things like walking, talking, eating, sitting and standing – the only difference being that you will be doing these mindfully and naturally in order to find your own way to tranquillity within yourself.

J570 A Sense of Place: Looking at The Novel

Weekend: 20–22 May 2016Tutor: Keith ChandlerStandard Weekend Price: See aboveOur focus will be on four finely crafted, highly regarded novels drawn from across a century and more. Each has a distinctive setting. We will explore narrative styles, themes and techniques and approaches to building character. What is memorable about each work and how does this affect or maybe influence our own thinking and enjoyment? To benefit fully from our discussions, it would be helpful if you could read the following in advance. Conrad ‘Heart of Darkness’ (1902): Forster ‘A Passage to India’ (1924): Achebe ‘Things Fall Apart’ (1958): Banville ‘The Sea’ ( 2005).

J910 Scrapbooking Day

Saturday 21 May 2016 Tutor: Julie EavesOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*During the day we will create a double 12 x 12 inch layout with lots of fold out sections and a single 12 x12 inch layout. You will need photos to be cut to these sizes:For the double layout: Six 6 inches wide x 4 inches tall. Five 6 inch square (you can use 5 inch square)One 3 inch wide x 4 inch tall and three 3 inch square.For the single layout: Four 2¾ inch wide x 2 inch tall One 2 inch wide x 2¾ inch tall. *Materials supplement of £10.00.

J200 Beadwork: Flowers and Butterflies

Tue – Fri: 24–27 May 2016Tutor: Gillian AshwellShared bedroom occupancy £370.00Single bedroom occupancy £421.00


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Non-resident £284.00Delicate and realistic two and three dimensional flowers and butterflies are worked using just needles, thread and predominantly tiny seed beads, applied to beadwork bases to create unique and desirable necklaces, pendants, lariats, bracelets, earrings and brooches, also napkin rings and bookmarks. Work at your own pace using a number of bead threading and weaving techniques to make stunning pieces of your choice selected from a wide range of samples which increases with new designs each year. Materials available to purchase from the tutor.

J816 Tedesca Quartet Concert

Tuesday 24 May 2016

J813 Victorian Northampton with Ruth Thomas

Thursday 26 May 2016

J526 German Language through Literature and Film – Advanced Level

Weekend: 27–29 May 2016Tutor: Monika LindStandard Weekend Price: See aboveDer Tangospieler by Christoph Hein tells the story of a man desperately trying to re-enter society after 21 months in prison for playing piano in a subversive student cabaret. The book not only gives an insight into various aspects of life in the GDR but also highlights the effects a totalitarian state can have on the individual. Throughout the weekend you will be able to further enhance your knowledge of German language, history and culture through reading, viewing and many discussions.


Weekend: 27–29 May 2016Tutor: Amanda EganStandard Weekend Price: See aboveSpend a weekend enjoying a variety of flowing Chinese exercises and leave feeling relaxed.

May–June 2016

This course is suitable for men and women, for beginners and those with experience of Tai Chi. You will be encouraged to slow down and exercise smoothly, find your balance and improve your flexibility at your own pace and, in the process, release tension. We will work on a variety of Dao Yin exercises with traditional themes and on even-paced, Yang style, Tai Chi. (Optional session – Fan Form).

J522 The Egyptian Tomb: Doorway to the Afterlife

Weekend: 27–29 May 2016Tutor: Victor BlundenStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThe ancient Egyptians believed that the first doorway to the afterlife was the doorway of the tomb itself. This course will look at the development of the Egyptian tomb from the Mastabas of the Old Kingdom, through the rock cut tombs of the New Kingdom, to the tombs of the Greco-Roman period. The architectural development of the tomb will be considered in the light of changing religious beliefs, and we will look at the artwork the Egyptians considered essential to obtain entry into the afterlife.

J906 Pastel Pencils Introduction

Saturday 28 May 2016 Tutor: Peter WeatherillOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62An examination of the choices available, the types of suitable paper, the brands of pencil on the market and the basic techniques. Following a look at picture choices, we will explore ways of starting and developing a picture from a photo source, blending colours and adding detail. We will also consider ways of protecting the picture surface and methods of mounting and framing. Students should leave with a good basic knowledge of the mediums’ techniques.

J321 Copperplate Calligraphy

Wed – Fri: 1–3 June 2016Tutor: Joy DanielsShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00



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Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This course will cover the basics of writing with a flexible pointed nib in the Copperplate style. The course is designed for anyone who would like to write in Copperplate, from complete beginners to those with some experience who wish to improve their hand. It’s an opportunity to practise under the helpful eye of the tutor. Please bring: flat board or large piece of cardboard to work on, A3 or A4 smooth paper, straight or angled penholder, any thin ink or tube of gouache to mix, pointed nibs, small jar to mix paint (tiny jam pots are good), ruler and pencil.

J311 Japanese Embroidery

Wed – Fri: 1–3 June 2016Tutor: Janet CroninShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*This course is suitable for both experienced stitchers and those new to the subject. New students can either embroider a small motif using traditional threads, fabric and stitches, or if they want to make a larger commitment, make a start on the ten phase learning programme. Established students will be able to continue stitching their current designs. All students are taught individually and will work at their own pace. *There will be a supplement of £20 for course kits if required.

J503 Japanese Embroidery

Weekend: 3–5 June 2016Tutor: Janet CroninStandard Weekend Price: See aboveSee above for course details.

J523 Accordion Jazz

Weekend: 3–5 June 2016Tutor: Bert SantillyStandard Weekend Price: See aboveCome and enjoy yourself while you gain confidence and experience in playing jazz, through practical

exploration of some of its more fundamental elements. The course will be centred round a number of practical sessions in which different aspects of playing will be explored and practised. Practical approaches to improvisation will form a significant part of the earlier sessions. Examples of jazz standards, giving scope for differing aspects of our work, will be studied and played through the weekend. Approaches to composition will also form part of the practical sessions. We will record our pieces and recordings can be made available to students. Informal jam sessions will follow the evening sessions (for those who have the stamina!), and an informal concert will take place on Saturday evening.

J709 Parchment Craft Techniques

Sun – Wed: 5–8 June 2016 Tutor: Pauline LowethShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00This course is suitable for those who already have a basic knowledge of parchment craft techniques, including tracing, embossing and simple perforating. Participants will be able to choose from a selection of patterns for greetings cards, pictures or technique samplers. Although the emphasis will be on the use of grids to create both perforated and embossed lace designs, we will also be covering various colouring techniques.


Wed – Fri: 8–10 June 2016Tutor: Pauline LowethShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00See J709 above for course details.


Weekend: 10–12 June 2016Tutor: Pauline LowethStandard Weekend Price: See aboveSee J709 above for course details.

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J113 Discovering English Cathedrals

Mon – Wed: 6–8 June 2016Tutor: John VigarShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*This introductory course explores the history, architecture and furnishing of Anglican Cathedrals in England. We start by looking at the ways in which cathedrals work and how they differ from parish churches. From the earliest monastic cathedrals to the more recently upgraded parish churches we will look at each one to identify its unique features. On the second day we will have a full day exploring Peterborough Cathedral.* There will be a supplement of £35pp for the cost of transport and the ‘special’ entrance fees.

J115 Screen Printing, Stencilling and Stamping on Polymer Clay

Mon – Wed: 6–8 June 2016Tutor: Sally BoehmeShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*During this course we will explore the techniques of screen printing, stencilling and stamping on polymer clay before creating lovely pieces of jewellery or other decorative items. Screen printing – best known for fabric decoration and relatively new to the polymer clay world – creates beautiful effects quickly and easily. Stencilling is similar, but allows other media, such as powders to be applied to the surface of the clay. Stamping adds texture, pattern and pictures to the surface as required. *All participants will pay a small supplement for paints and powders and other materials will be available to buy as required (£15).

J300 Bobbin Lace: Beginners and Beyond

Wed – Fri: 8–10 June 2016Tutor: Alison WinnShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00

June 2016

Have you always wanted to make lace but are worried that it looks complicated? Are you a beginner wishing to continue to develop your skills? Are you already a lace maker but would like to continue with your work or start a new pattern? Help is at hand! This is the ideal course for you. Enjoy a few days developing your lacemaking skills and knowledge. Beginners kit available to purchase from the tutor at a cost of £25.00.


Weekend: 10–12 June 2016Tutor: Alison WinnStandard Weekend Price: See aboveSee J300 above for course details.

J574 Patchwork Projects for Summer

Weekend: 10–12 June 2016Tutor: Helen CoverleyStandard Weekend Price: See aboveCome and join other patchworkers on a weekend of sewing fun. There are lots of projects to choose from. Bags, jelly roll quilts, pin cushions, placemats, table runners and more. Projects for all skill levels or bring along your own project to work on.

J511 Special Clothes

Weekend: 10–12 June 2016Tutor: Jeanine HickmanStandard Weekend Price: See aboveStudents will be able to construct garments for special occasions, by using luxurious fabrics. Such as velvet, silk etc. and by using more complicated dress patterns. With expert guidance all garments will be made to a high standard and special attention will be given to details and couture finishes. Students will have more confidence using delicate fabrics and more advanced patterns.


Wed – Fri: 15–17 June 2016Tutor: Pauline CherrettShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00

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Non-resident: £204.00This midweek course will study a number of subjects such as flower, bird, fruit, animal, fish or landscape, Examples will be provided for use during the course, which will be taught in the traditional way of demonstration and practice. Learning will continue in the evening with a presentation on painting, culture or travel. This course is suitable for both beginners and improvers. New learners will be able to see what they may be able to achieve in future courses.


Weekend: 17–19 June 2016Tutor: Pauline CherrettStandard Weekend Price: See above*This weekend course will study a number of subjects such as flower, bird, fruit, animal, fish or landscape, all taught in the traditional method of demonstration and practice. Learning will continue on Saturday evening with a presentation on painting or travel for example. This course is suitable for both beginners and the more advanced. New learners will be able to see what they may be able to achieve in future courses. Calming music helps to aid concentration while painting.

J811 The Cosmonaut, The Poet and the Englishwoman at the Russian Fish Market: with Rachel Farmer

Thursday 16 June 2016

J925 Read the Russian Alphabet

Friday 17 June 2016Tutor: Rachel FarmerOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Are you planning a trip to Russia? Or are you intrigued by a new language challenge? If you want to learn to read the Russian alphabet, this one-day course is for you. We will quickly learn to recognise all 33 letters of the Russian alphabet by using familiar international words. This will be invaluable for any contact with Russia or Russians

and will enrich your experience and understanding of the culture.

J571 Why Do We Act Like That? Understanding Each Other

Weekend: 17–19 June 2016Tutor: Rachel FarmerStandard Weekend Price: See aboveWhy are some relationships such hard work? Why don’t you understand what I’m saying?Why can’t I say ‘no’? This simple model of communication preferences shows us how to:understand ourselves and others better; grasp what people are really saying; predict behaviour and deal with stress; flex what we do for better communication; get what we want from relationships. Fascinating, simple, life-changing, a ‘light-bulb’ experience!

J931 Tender Loving Care

Friday 17 June 2016Tutor: Kate KellyOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62 This is a practical course (non-medical, non denominational) for those accompanying or visiting someone at the end of their life. At a time of emotional distress it can be very helpful to be already equipped with an understanding of the stages in dying and how best to offer support. This knowledge may also act as a map to help navigate our own feelings about death. We look at how listening skills and simple acts of kindness can make a great difference to a dying person. As well as times for quiet reflection there is space in the workshop for lightness and laughter. Importantly – there will be cake! This course offers a certificate of attendance which can be an aid for those volunteering at care homes and hospices.

J580 The FM Alexander Technique

Weekend: 17–19 June 2016Tutor: Kate KellyStandard Weekend Price: See aboveOn this course you engage with a practical self help approach to promote the health of your spine


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The enrolment deposit is £40. See page 2 for details.Booking two ‘back to back’ residential courses attracts a 10% discount.June–July 2016

and prevent unnecessary mental and physical stress in life. This is an opportunity to enjoy your voice and movement with more confidence and greater ease. Thanks to Alexander’s discoveries 100 years ago you will find that aching backs and hunched shoulders don’t have to be the inevitable consequence of modern day living! Note: As this course requires a level of mobility, anyone wishing to discuss this aspect of the course should contact the office.

J569 Come Write Me Down! Writing Songs in the Folk Style

Weekend: 17 – 9 June 2016Tutor: Pete MortonStandard Weekend Price: See above This course aims to help develop songwriting skills under the broad banner of ‘folk song’. This will include everything from romantic ballads, social commentary and protest to wherever the muse may lead us! We will be writing collectively at times as well as in small groups or individually, leading to a performance and discussion of our songs on the Sunday afternoon. Please bring along any instruments for accompaniment and if you are a singer then please bring along your voice!

J922 Paper Cutting and Layered Collage for Beginners

Saturday 18 June 2016Tutor: Vanessa StoneOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*During this day workshop you will be introduced to the main techniques of paper cutting. You will make samples, as well as a beautiful, larger finished piece of your own design.*Materials supplement of £3.00.

J807 Socialist Realism: Stalin’s Policy for the Arts with David Price


J862 Popular Culture in Eastern Europe under Communism with David Price

Friday 24 June 2016

J540 Behind the Iron Curtain

Weekend: 24–26 June 2016Tutor: David PriceStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThe Cold War division of Europe seemed for many years to be a permanent situation, but in the 1980s, a series of remarkable events took place that left each of the formerly communist Eastern European countries moving towards multiparty democracy. This course looks at the history of the Warsaw pact countries, often viewed in the West as a monolithic block that the Soviet Union had re-created in its own image. In the 1980s, the cracks became more obvious and a number of factors, some of them involving tensions between countries within the block, led to the collapse of communism as a system of government in Eastern Europe. The course will include film clips, photos and art works.

J507 Silk Ribbon Embroidery and 3D Stitches in Thread

Weekend: 24–26 June 2016Tutor: Pat TrottStandard Weekend Price: See aboveGive your embroidery that raised, textured look. You will be delighted and surprised how beautiful and different traditional favourite stitches look when executed in silk ribbon. A technique that was very popular during the reign of Queen Victoria. Everyone is welcome on this course, from the newcomer to the ‘addict’, come and see how easy and satisfying hand embroidery can be.

J524 Hatha Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness

Weekend: 24–26 June 2016Tutor: Heather MacknessStandard Weekend Price: See aboveEnjoy a weekend in the lovely surroundings of Knuston Hall. Heather will share a practical guide



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to bringing mindfulness into a weekend of Hatha yoga and meditation; breathing techniques and relaxation. There will be an opportunity for free time for walking and socialising, which will send you home feeling refreshed and relaxed.

J561 Jazz Improvisation

Weekend: 24–26 June 2016Tutor: Pete MossStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThe course includes learning some core repertoire and will examine the structures and techniques used to improvise. This will include ear training, blues scale, 2-5-1 progressions and jazz harmony. Suitable instruments for this course will be brass and woodwind to include trumpet, trombone, alto and tenor saxophone, clarinet, flute. Please enquire if you play another instrument to check suitability. The advised level of playing for this course would be approximately grade 5 and above.

J708 Beadweaving Summer School – The Delights of Summer in Beads – Part 1

Sun – Wed: 26–29 June 2016Tutor: Stephanie BurnhamShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00Join Stephanie in recreating some of the delights of summer through bead weaving techniques. During the course we may visit the seaside, a stunning garden or even travel further afield. Having fun with colour and texture to produce some stunning jewellery and accessories to keep or give as presents.A really fun course with lots of learning along the way. All materials will be available to purchase from the tutor.

J309 Beadweaving Summer School – The Delights of Summer in Beads – Part 2

Wed – Fri: 29 June – 1 July 2016Tutor: Stephanie BurnhamShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00See course J708 above for details of this course.

J114 Drawing for the Terrified

Mon – Wed: 27–29 June 2016 Tutor: Richard BoxShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00Are you terrified of drawing but have a secret longing to learn how to do it? Then enrol on this course where Richard will guide you through certain processes slowly, gently and step by step. If you follow his ‘recipes’, you will be amazed at what you will be able to draw. Because you are ‘terrified’ you will stay with a simple still life for the whole course. The main focus will be upon learning how to SEE what is often merely glanced at. Once this is understood and put into practice you will be trying many and various drawing techniques, in both monochrome and colour. Thereafter at home, you will be able to apply these to any subject you like.

J110 Woodcarving Summer School Part 1

Mon – Wed: 27–29 June 2016Tutor: Peter SchwartzShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*This practical Summer School in traditional woodcarving is open to all and is presented in two parts. Part 1 can be extended by a further two days offering more time to enjoy this creative craft. Individual tuition by demonstration and guidance allows participants to relax and progress at their own pace.An abundance of prepared patterns, designs and woodcarving literature offer inspiration for project ideas. See Woodcarving Summer School Part 2 for further course details. * Materials supplement of £10.00.

J319 Woodcarving Summer School Part 2

Wed – Fri: 29 June – 1 July 2016Tutor: Peter SchwartzShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*This practical summer school in the creative craft of woodcarving is open to all and is presented in

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two parts, see Part 1 for further course details. Beginners start with a simple relief design to familiarise with tools and basic carving techniques before progressing to a more advanced project of their choice. Improvers will be encouraged to develop their skills on more challenging projects, carving in relief or in the round. *Materials supplement of £10.00.

J812 The Story and Secrets of Silk with Kay Gugliotta


J929 Magical Silk Painting in a Day

Friday 1 July 2016Tutor: Kay GugliottaOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*Silk has a magical, shimmering quality, which together with the richness and vibrancy of colour can be transformed into something really special and unique. You do not have to be an accomplished artist to produce something quite spectacular. This course will introduce you to the absorbing process of painting on silk, and is suitable for complete beginners. With just basic techniques you will create a beautiful silk painting, which you can take home and frame.* A supplement of £12.00 for essential materials will be payable to the tutor by all course participants at the start of the course.

J577 Shimmering Silk Painting Secrets

Weekend: 1–3 July 2016Tutor: Kay GugliottaStandard Weekend Price: See above*Silk has a magical, shimmering quality, which together with the richness and vibrancy of colour can be transformed into something really special and unique. You do not have to be an accomplished artist to produce something quite spectacular. This course will introduce you to the absorbing process of painting on silk, and is suitable for complete beginners. With just basic techniques you will create a beautiful silk scarf, which you can wear to the admiration of all your friends and family.


* A supplement of £18.00 for essential materials will be payable to the tutor by all course participants at the start of the course.

J562 Ukulele Summer School

Weekend: 1–3 July 2016Tutor: Chris GammonStandard Weekend Price: See above Aimed at total beginners, this fun and light-hearted course will have you playing the ukulele (uke!) in no time at all. Starting with the absolute basics, you will learn how to play through a variety of different sessions, some led by the tutor, others in small break-out groups. By the end of the course you will be able to play a variety of chords and songs as part of our own mini orchestra! Please note: Participants must bring their own ukulele (soprano or concert recommended).

J563 Circle Dancing and Pilates

Weekend: 1–3 July 2016Tutor: Sally DitzelStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course provides participants with an understanding of the fundamentals of Matwork Pilates, focusing on individual postural alignment, lengthening through the spine and pelvis whilst challenging you in a safe caring environment. We dance a mix of traditional and modern Circle Dances that embrace the many different moods, energies and rhythms that are experienced through this diverse medium. Dancing and Pilates will develop throughout the weekend and finish with a stimulating, inspiring taster of Pilates and a celebration of Dance.

J567 German Language – Intermediate

Weekend: 1–3 July 2016Tutor: Monika LindStandard Weekend Price: See aboveDo you have a fair knowledge of German and want to practice and improve your language skills? Then come and join me for a weekend of fun! In a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere we will undertake a variety of activities working individually, in pairs, groups or all together. We will use texts, images and videos to provide conversation material about

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The Hanoverian succession of the British monarchy heralded a period of great political, economic, social and cultural change. Over the reign of five monarchs, and despite ultimately losing the American colonies, Britain expanded and consolidated its global reach through economic and military power. In addition, the Georgian period established an enduring sensibility in architecture, music, the visual arts which has not left us. The weekend will explore a myriad of themes that will paint a vivid picture of this most exciting and controversial epochs. All-comers welcome.

J323 The Life and Times of Handel

Wed – Fri: 6–8 July 2016Tutor: Wayne BennettShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00 There is a lot more to Handel than his justly celebrated oratorio Messiah or The Water Music. This short course will examine his life, time and achievement. Lavishly illustrated with images, music and anecdotes, we will explore the whole range of his output and demonstrate his complete mastery and genius. Importantly, we will see that life as a jobbing composer was not as secure or assured as we might assume from his present-day reputation. The business of music-making in Georgian England was a rough and tough affair and Handel had to negotiate himself and his art through turbulent times. All-comers welcome.

J907 ‘Let’s Paint with Drama’ like Van Gough

Tuesday 5 July 2016Tutor: Di LorrimanOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62A great day to create a mixed media painting inspired by Van Gogh’s colour and light. Come and be creative and original. You could collage using coloured, textured and printed papers, use ink, pastel, acrylic, watercolour or gouache etc. The composition, colour choices and tonal balance of your painting are of great importance and you will be guided on this by the tutor.

the country, its people, its rich culture and current affairs.

J912 Beekeeping Experience Day

Saturday 2 July 2016 Tutor: Wendy PottsOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This course is for people who would like to know about keeping honey bees and to decide if beekeeping would be a suitable intention. Beekeepers within their first two years of keeping honey bees may also find this day beneficial. This may be an opportunity to broaden your beekeeping skills as many aspects of beekeeping will be covered.

J106 Mosaics Summer School Part 1

Mon – Wed: 4–6 July 2016 Tutor: Priscilla WheaterShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*This course enables anyone interested in Mosaic Decoration a chance to explore and learn many aspects of this craft. My love of colour, texture and the art form, gives me a chance to help students to find their own natural creativity.*A supplement of £38 for materials, according to usage is payable to the tutor.

J316 Mosaics Summer School Part 2

Wed – Fri: 6–8 July 2016Tutor: Priscilla WheaterShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00 See J106 above for course details, but you do not need to do J106 to complete J316.

J116 The Georgians

Mon – Wed: 4–6 July 2016 Tutor: Wayne BennettShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00


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J317 ‘Let’s Paint Italy including Venice’ in Watercolour

Wed – Fri: 6–8 July 2016Tutor: Di Lorriman Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00We’re painting Italy but there’s no need to leave the country! Using photographs the tutor will lead you through two main projects which include some simple perspective and colour mixing. The tutor will demonstrate how to paint using the layering method and also wet into wet. Ways of improving picture composition will be shown. If you have your own Italian photographs that you would like to paint from then please do bring them. One day will end with a Knuston Italian meal.

J808 The Witty World of Alan Bennett with Steve Dimmer

Thursday 7 July 2016

J111 The History of Classical Music in London

Mon – Fri: 11–15 July 2016 Tutor: Julian WilliamsonShared bedroom occupancy: £468.00Single bedroom occupancy: £536.00Non-resident: £359.00Over the centuries London developed into a major centre for musical culture, drawing into it composers and performers from every branch of the arts. This course will follow the story of our amazing capital city from the years of the middle-ages through to the twentieth century. On the way we will look at some of the major buildings and institutions which helped to build London’s musical heritage – Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral et al. as well as the wonderful array of great musicians who have helped to build a picture of a city whose musical tradition has become the envy of the world. We will end with a look at one of its great legacies – The Promenade Concerts.

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J102 Beadwork Jewellery – Summer School Part 1

Mon – Wed: 11–13 July 2016Tutor: Gillian AshwellShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00Spend a relaxing few days creating beautiful and intricate pieces of jewellery in many styles for both everyday and special occasion wear which are constructed using beadwork techniques which require predominantly only seed beads, needles and thread to work. Choose from a wide range of pieces which includes necklaces, pendants, lariats, bracelets, earrings and rings in a range of different stitches, and work at your own pace on projects of your choice with lots of individual attention. Materials available to purchase from the tutor.

J308 Beadwork Jewellery – Summer School Part 2

Wed – Fri: 13–15 July 2016Tutor: Gillian Ashwell Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00 See course J102 above for details of this course.

J112 Impressionism Week Part 1

Mon – Wed: 11–13 July 2016Tutor: Richard AllenShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00 The Impressionists created a particular way of working that was a reaction to traditional painting techniques. The course explores various techniques through a series of exercises; building images with brushstrokes, the use of colour and creating more with less; to help any artist progress their own painting style. We will discuss the characteristics of Impressionist Paintings and how particular artists like Monet and Cézanne used them to create their own style.


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J320 Impressionism Week Part 2

Wed – Fri: 13–15 July 2016Tutor: Richard Allen Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00 For course details, please see J112 above. (Continuing students attending both parts will be given new development tasks.)

J703 Embroidery Summer School: The River Bank

Sun – Fri: 17–22 July 2016Tutors: Kay Dennis, Hazel Everett and Pat TrottShared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00The river bank is a wonderful subject for embroidery with all the textures and colours of the flowers, animals (Ratty, Mole, Badger and of course Mr Toad come to mind) birds, insects and water side plants. During this course, by the showing of samples, and through detailed demonstrations, instruction and discussion, both as a group and individually, students will learn many different ways to make a river bank or an individual element.

J541 Botanical Watercolour Painting

Weekend: 29–31 July 2016Tutor: Kate NuttallStandard Weekend Price: See above This course is a perfect opportunity for beginners, as well as the more experienced, to paint in the lovely, peaceful and friendly surroundings at Knuston Hall. The summer is a good time to find a wide variety of stunning flowers to use as subjects. However, if you are new to botanical painting, I shall bring a subject with me that is suitable for beginners and guide you step-by-step though each stage to completion. For the more experienced amongst you, this course is an opportunity to develop your skills. Whatever you decide upon painting, everyone should be able to go home with a beautiful botanical watercolour, either complete or near to completion.

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J715 Botanical Watercolour Painting

Sun – Fri: 31 July – 5 August 2016Tutor: Kate NuttallShared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00This course is a perfect opportunity for beginners, as well as the more experienced, to paint in the lovely, peaceful and friendly surroundings at Knuston Hall. The summer is a good time to find a wide variety of stunning plants and flowers and the length of this course provides the chance to do a larger or more ambitious painting than you might attempt otherwise. However, if you are new to botanical painting, I shall bring some subjects with me that are suitable for beginners and guide you step-by-step though each stage to completion. For the more experienced amongst you, you can use this time to develop and extend your skills. Either way I shall provide lots of one to one tuition.

J712 ‘Fashionistas’ – Elegant Beaded Ladies

Sun – Wed: 31 July – 3 August 2016Tutor: Ann MockfordShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00For a change from the Beaded ‘Mini People’, we are going to create ‘FASIONISTAS’ – beaded elegant ladies, with no apologies to any Divas (living or dead!). The process will be the same as the other beaded people, just slightly longer legs. There will be patterns for the dresses, petticoats, jackets, hats, shoes etc. (different from any of my earlier patterns). All abilities are welcome. A knowledge of peyote, brick, herringbone, cubic right angle weave and netting stitches would be an advantage, but not essential.

J105 Patchwork Summer School Part 1

Mon – Wed: 1–3 August 2016Tutor: Helen CoverleyShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00

Come and share in a passion for patchwork and the enjoyment of creative sewing, learning new skills in both machine and hand sewing. Enjoy a few days sewing for pleasure with like minded friends. The projects range from beginners to those already with skills. Just let me know by email what you would like to make. Bags, quilts, quillows, hangings etc. and I will provide the patterns and technical advice.

J314 Patchwork Summer School Part 2

Wed – Fri: 3–5 August 2016Tutor: Helen Coverley Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00See J105 above for course details.

J318 Painted Books of Ancient Mexico

Wed – Fri: 3–5 August 2016Tutor: Ray Aspden Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00 On this course you will learn the meaning of the Aztec Calendar Stone and the Aztec calendar, hear the Legend of the Five Suns – the Genesis of Mesoamerica – and see pre-Colombian ‘Graphic Novels’ of the long walk of the Mexica from the lost island of Aztlan and the seven caves of Chicomoztec to the imperial garden city of Tenochtitlan. From the Mixtec Codices will come the creation story of the demi-god 9 Wind and the deeds of the warlord 8 Deer/Jaguar Claw who fought his way from obscurity to become a dynastic founder.

J528 Bookbinding and Restoration

Weekend: 5–7 August 2016Tutor: Doug MitchellStandard Weekend Price: See above* If you love books here is a chance to give them new life by bringing at least two that are in need of some TLC. You will be learning some basic repair and restore techniques using modern materials but keeping as much of the original as is practical

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making it once again structurally sound. Cloth bindings will be easier to repair but leather bound books will take longer. You do not need any previous experience, just good hand skills.* There will be a supplement of £25 payable to the tutor.

J579 The United States – Forging A Nation

Weekend: 5–7 August 2016Tutor: David BakerStandard Weekend Price: See above With Independence in 1776, the American colonies became a separate country with a shaky start and near bankruptcy. As Spain and France withdrew their interests a new nation began to find its feet. Yet just 85 years after the United States became a country it was torn apart by a Civil War. This course tracks events which, through pain and adversity, forged a cohesive nation of very different people brought together in a unified purpose.

J508 Saxophone Weekend

Weekend: 5–7 August 2016Tutor: Sarah Jobson, Debbie Scherer, Sarah MarkhamStandard Weekend Price: See above This highly popular course will provide continual teaching and guidance through participation in ensembles of various sizes. Groups are changed for every session and participants can expect to play in ensembles ranging from trios to massed sax groups. Players will be grouped with those of similar ability. A vast library of music will be available throughout the course. A diversity of music styles and genres will be offered. Experience in sight-reading is recommended and previous ensemble will be advantageous.

J701 The Saxophone and Its Music

Sun – Fri: 7–12 August 2016Tutors: Sarah Jobson, Debbie Scherer, Sarah Markham, Ken WilkinsonShared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00This highly popular course will provide continual teaching and guidance through participation in

ensembles of various sizes. Groups are changed for every session and participants can expect to play in ensembles ranging from trios to massed sax groups. Players will be grouped with those of similar ability. A vast library of music will be available throughout the course. A diversity of music styles and genres will be offered. Experience in sight-reading is recommended and previous ensemble will be advantageous.

J531 Fun with French (Higher Intermediate)

Weekend: 12–14 August 2016Tutor: Monique MeagerStandard Weekend Price: See above Venez vous plonger dans un bain de français! Un week-end de conversations, de discussions et de lecture. Nous lirons des extraits du livre de Christian Signol Bleus sont les étés. Dimanche matin, je demande à tout le monde d’apporter un article et de préparer une petite présentation en français. Si vous voulez préparer votre petite présentation à l’avance, je pourrais vous aider à la corriger samedi après-midi.

J534 Botanical Painting in Watercolour

Weekend: 12–14 August 2016Tutor: Yvonne Glennister HammondStandard Weekend Price: See aboveLearn the beautiful art of botanical painting in watercolour. This is an opportunity to spend a weekend drawing and painting flower, fruit or other plant of your choice. Beginners and improvers are welcome because students will work at their own pace with one-to-one, step-by-step guidance from an experienced tutor. By the end of the course students will have a finished or almost finished botanical study and have the skills in composition and technique to continue creating plant portraits on their own.

Talks start at noon. Lunch at 1pm £14.95. See p30–31.

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J549 Bedfordshire Lace Summer

Weekend: 22–24 July 2016Tutor: Denise VickeryStandard Weekend Price: See aboveChoosing and discussing patterns together and individually; teaching and discussion of threads and techniques; looking at old and modern lace patterns; looking at lace, old and new; looking at photographs and photocopies of Thomas Lester lace and discussing how the designs and techniques can be translated for modern use; forming a personal progression programme for each student.

J550 Bobbin Lace: Bucks Point

Weekend: 22–24 July 016Tutor: Jackie PoulterStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThe course covers all the techniques for this type of lace and is suitable for those who are new to Bucks Point as well as for those who are experienced in making this beautiful type of lace. During the weekend you could start a new project or work on/complete an ongoing one, learn a new ground, or how to re-draft or design your next project. Geometric and floral techniques are included. Students benefit from individual tuition and group demonstrations. Please contact the tutor prior to the course with details of your intended project.

J551 The Beauty of Russian Lace for Beginners and Beyond

Weekend: 22–24 July 2016Tutor: Ingrid Le Count Standard Weekend Price: See aboveRussian lace is a chain lace which has developed over many years. It gives the lacemaker the opportunity to play with colours and texture and even introduce beads into the lace. Taking part in the course will help broaden participant’s conception of Russian lace and explore its potentials on an individual basis. The course will appeal to both the beginner and the experienced lacemaker alike.

J552 Contemporary Wire Bobbin Lace

Weekend: 22–24 July 2016Tutor: Ann AllisonStandard Weekend Price: See above An introduction to working with 0.5mm wire. Begin by making samples, which could be made up into bracelets, while learning how to use and adapt simple bobbin lace techniques to suit working with wire. Then choose the scale of project you want to do next. It could be one of Ann’s, or you could design, plan and begin to create something of your own. You could continue by booking course J719, which follows directly on, from Sun – Tues.

J716 Bedfordshire Lace Summer School

Sun – Fri: 24–29 July 2016Tutor: Denise VickeryShared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00For course details, see J549 above.

J717 Bobbin Lace: Bucks Point

Sun – Fri: 24–29 July 2016Tutor: Jackie Poulter Shared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00The course covers all the techniques for this type of lace and is suitable for those who are new to Bucks Point as well as for those who are experienced in making this beautiful type of lace. During the weekend you could start a new project or work on/complete an ongoing one, learn a new ground, or how to re-draft or design your next project. Geometric and floral techniques are included. Students benefit from individual tuition and group demonstrations. Please contact the tutor prior to the course with details of your intended project.

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J718 Milanese Lace

Sun – Fri: 24–29 July 2016Tutor: Jennifer MacPhersonShared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00This is a course to learn or add to your knowledge of this popular and versatile lace. You will be able to work a traditional design or experiment with colour and a variety of threads. Perhaps create an exciting piece to be worn as ‘jewellery’ It will also be an opportunity to continue with an ongoing project or design a piece of your own so bring along any ideas you may have.

J719 Contemporary Wire Bobbin Lace

Sun – Tue: 24–26 July 2016Tutor: Ann Allison Standard Weekend Price: See aboveAn introduction to/continuing working with 0.5mm wire. Follow on from course J552 or: Begin by making samples, which could be made up into bracelets, while learning how to use and adapt simple bobbin lace techniques to suit working with wire. Then choose the scale of project you want to do next. It could be one of Ann’s, or you could design, plan and begin to create something of your own.

J204 Crewelwork Embroidery

Tue – Fri: 26–29 July 2016Tutor: Pat Trott Shared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00Crewel work is a very old, traditional and historically important technique, which can also be used very successfully in a modern design. If you are a newcomer to embroidery and would like to learn some of the lovely hand stitches available, crewel work is the ideal technique with which to begin, as it employs a wide variety of stitches which can also be used in other forms of embroidery techniques. These include stem, chain, satin, long and short, and laid work. Shaded effects and graduation of colour and tone are achieved in varying ways.

J553 Bedfordshire Lace Summer School

Weekend: 29–31 July 2016Tutor: Denise VickeryStandard Weekend Price: See aboveFor course details, see J549 above

J554 Ruskin Lace for all

Weekend: 29–31 July 2016Tutor: Karen Quickfall.Standard Weekend Price: See aboveRuskin Lace is a form of lace which originated as a cottage industry in the Lake District and has its own distinctive style. It is worked on linen fabric with linen thread, and uses a combination of drawn thread and cut linen work before geometric designs are created using needlepoint lace techniques.The course is suitable for both beginners, who can purchase a starter pack from the tutor (£10), or for those with more experience.

J555 The Beauty of Russian Lace for Beginners and Beyond

Weekend: 29–31 July 2016Tutor: Ingrid Le Count Standard Weekend Price: See aboveRussian lace is a chain lace which has developed over many years. It gives the lacemaker the opportunity to play with colours and texture and even introduce beads into the lace. Taking part in the lace will help broaden participants conception of Russian lace and explore its potentials on an individual basis. The course will appeal to both the beginner and the experienced lacemaker alike.




J802 Concert Halls of London with Tricia Thompson

Thursday 7 April 2016 Did you know that The Cadogan Hall started life in 1907 as a New Christian Science Church? Or that The Coliseum started life as a highbrow Music Hall? This talk will give a fascinating glimpse into the history of some of our great concert halls.

J803 The Mitford Sisters, Edward VIII and a town called Swastika with David Baker

Thursday 14 April 2016Six sisters and a King shared a passion for Adolf Hitler but went very different ways when reality broke the myth. What really motivated the Mitford’s and why did all but one follow their dreams to oblivion? Hedonism and heresy played a very large part in their story.

J804 ‘You Ain’t Heard Nothing Yet’: The Career of Al Jolson with Peter Kendrick

Thursday 28 April 2016Al Jolson (1886-1950) rose to become America’s most popular recording artist. His performance in ‘The Jazz Singer’ film was key to TALKIES being born in 1927, instead of just music being added to silent movies. From the big screen we shall trace the life and experience the charisma of ‘the world’s greatest entertainer’.

J805 ‘Freeze Frames’ with Brian Anderson

Thursday 5th May 2016 A portfolio of truly stunning images from the last remaining wildernesses on the planet – the polar regions. This talk is based on expeditions to the Arctic, the Geographic North Pole and the Antarctic continent. In this richly illustrated presentation you will see incredible landscapes of ice, snow and towering icebergs, plus the unique wildlife. A must for armchair travellers and lovers of nature.

J806 The Life and Laughs Of Ronnie Barker with Steve Dimmer

Thursday 12 May 2016 A look at the life of one of Britain’s most loved and talented comedy actors, liberally illustrated with clips from his career – four candles anyone?

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Tuesday 24 May 2016 £23.95ppBar from 6pm

Three-course Dinner at 7pmConcert approximately 8.15pm

Bed and Breakfast: £60single/£40pp sharing

Following a fabulous concert last September by The Tedesca Quartet, they return this evening beginning with music by Haydn, the typically witty and inventive quartet in Eb Op.20 no.1, with its sublime slow movement. After that comes the second quartet by Prokofiev, the harmonic and rhythmic orientation of its three movements rooted in the folk music of Karbadinia with which Prokofiev became familiar. After an interval, when wine and soft drinks will be available, the concert concludes with the ever-popular quartet no.2 by Borodin. An evening not to be missed!

J813 Victorian Northampton with Ruth Thomas

Thursday 26th May 2016

A middling shire town in 1800, by the end of the 19th century Northampton had become one of the great centres of industry where economic growth went hand in hand with civic pride, improvement in social conditions and a strong sense of philanthropy. The Victorian period in Northampton is a time of prosperity and development which will be amply illustrated.

J811 The Cosmonaut, The Poet and the Englishwoman at the Russian Fish Market: with Rachel Farmer


This story tells of the unlikely connection between Yurii Gagarin, the writer Vladimir Voinovich, an attempted poisoning at the Metropol hotel, a Grimsby fish merchant and myself. There will be art, poetry, singing, a silver jumpsuit, yellow wellies and laughter.

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The Bar will be open from approximately 6pm • With Dinner, 6.30pm for 7pm £23.95 • With Coffee only, 8pm for

8.15pm £12.95 • Bed & Breakfast £60 single/£40 pp sharing

J807 Socialist Realism: Stalin’s Policy for the Arts with David Price

Thursday 23 June 2016 In the 1930s, Stalin clamped down on Soviet artistic freedom. Artists in all fields, including visual arts, music and literature, had to conform to a new art form: Socialist Realism. With slides and music.

J812 The Story and Secrets of Silk with Kay Gugliotta

Thursday 30 June 2016With its shimmering appearance and luxurious feel, silk is truly the Queen of fabrics. Used by man for over 5,000 years, did you know silk is as strong as steel in tensile strength? Other silk secrets to be revealed…

J808 The Witty World of Alan Bennett with Steve Dimmer

Thursday 7 July 2016A look at the career of one of Britain’s best loved playwrights, showing many examples of his work, his compassion and his wicked humour.

J801 Memorable Monsieur Hulot: The Career of Jacques Tati with Peter Kendrick

Thursday 25 August 2016 Tati made only six major films: directing and playing the lead in each – with Hulot he created an immortal comic character. An independent perfectionist, warm and affectionate, he endured bankruptcy to achieve his goals. This talk illustrates his life and his films.

J814 Trollope’s Country Pursuits with Lucia Costanzo

Thursday 1 September 2016Tutor: Lucia CostanzoThe Victorian novelist Anthony Trollope (1815-1882) is best known for his Barchester and Palliser novels on cathedral life and politics. However, he was no stranger to Northamptonshire, staying at Lowick rectory, enjoying village life and catching up with his writing. The talk will introduce some of the lesser known of his novels including Dr Wortle’s School written in 21 days when he was snowed in at Lowick.

J800 Richard Wagner – the Sorcerer of Bayreuth with Monika Lind

Thursday 8 September 2016 An insight into the works, life and legacy of one of the most influential and controversial composers of all times will hopefully charm anyone who is interested in music and the wider cultural life of the 19th century and beyond.


Saturday 17 September 2016 £23.95ppBar from 6pm

Three-course Dinner at 7pmConcert approximately 8.15pm

Bed and Breakfast: £60single/£40pp sharing

Another fine Saturday evening concert, the programme of which will include string quartets by Mozart, Shostakovich and Dvorak. The evening will include a three-course meal and a glass of wine during the interval.

J815 ‘Let the Punishment Fit the Crime’ The Lives and Music of Gilbert and Sullivan – Talk by Tricia Thompson

Thursday 22 September 2016William Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan often had a strained working relationship, partly caused by the fact that each man saw himself as allowing his work to be subjugated to the other’s, and partly caused by the opposing personalities of the two. Gilbert was often confrontational while Sullivan hated any conflict. Yet together these very Victorian gentlemen created some of the most enduring of works for the stage full of wit, satire and wonderful music. This musical talk will look at their lives and some of their most famous works.

J809 A Victorian Magical Indulgence with Steve Dimmer

Thursday 29 September 2016A recreation of a typical Victorian after-dinner entertainment. After a sumptuous meal, Victorians in high society would withdraw to the library to be entertained by a conjuror. The evening evokes that experience with illusions of the time, performed by professional magician Steve Dimmer. Many of the tricks have been specially re-created for this evening.

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With the exception of the Afternoon Tea and Talk (see shaded boxes below), details for Out To Lunch Plus talks are as follows:• Lunchtime Talks start at 12pm unless otherwise indicated• Two-course Lunch at 1pm • £14.95 per person• Want to sit with friends? Please mention when booking.

Afternoon Tea with Tricia Thompson

J854 Conkers and Skipping Ropes: A 40s and 50s Childhood

£14.95 ppThursday 7 April 2016

Talk 2pm Afternoon Tea 3pmDo you remember playing out in the street all day, making a go-kart using old pram wheels and swinging on a rope tied to a lamppost? Then you are probably a child of the 40’s or 50’s. Come along and relive memories of an era when children were allowed to be children, to invent and play – with not a mobile phone in sight!


Friday 8 April 2016Do you remember playing out in the street all day, making a go-kart using old pram wheels and swinging on a rope tied to a lamppost? Then you are probably a child of the 40’s or 50’s. Come along and relive memories of an era when children were allowed to be children, to invent and play – with not a mobile phone in sight!

J857 Sweet Memories – But Don’t Get Me Started on Wagon Wheels with Kevin Varty

Friday 15 April 2016Kevin’s talk is a nostalgic look at the chocolates and sweets that we all enjoyed as children. It covers the growth of the mainly

Quaker led chocolate manufacturers and asks the eternal question “are Wagon Wheels smaller now than they used to be?” Samples will be available but don’t eat too many before lunch.

J851 Liza Minnelli: Actress and Singer on Stage, Film and TV with Peter Kendrick

Friday 29 April 2016We shall trace Liza Minnelli’s career as singer and actress, with extensive use of documentary material shown on the big screen. We shall also see her perform on stage, TV and film – especially as Sally Bowles in ‘Cabaret’, for which she won an Oscar.

J858 Illustrations from the Edge with Brian Anderson

Friday 6th May 2016A sumptuously illustrated talk about the work of six British ‘expedition artists’ who travelled with some of the world’s great explorers during the C18th, C19th and C20th. You will see some wonderful sketches and paintings by William Hodges, David Roberts, Edward Wilson and others.

J859 Fingers Crossed: A History of Superstition with Tricia Thompson

Friday 13 May 2016On this most superstitious of days, Friday the 13th, we will take a look at some of the most common superstitions and find out their

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J860 Fingers Crossed: A History of Superstition

£14.95ppFriday 13 May

Talk at 2pm Afternoon Tea at 3pmOn this most superstitious of days, Friday the 13th, we will take a look at some of the most common superstitions and find out their origins. We will also look at the world of the Theatre – probably one of the most superstitious of places to be in – but remember, no whistling !

J861 My Kumbh Mela Journey: The Ganges and Beyond with Liz Williams

Friday 20 May 2016The Maha Kumbh is held once every 144 years: Saris to sadhus, brahmins to beggars, tea and toilets – this is a personal story from one amongst the 40 million people at the 2013 Kumbh Mela on the River Ganges.

J862 Popular Culture in Eastern Europe under Communism with David Price

Friday 24 June 2016A look at entertainment for the masses in Eastern Europe before the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 and how the authorities tried to manipulate popular culture for their ideological reasons.

J852 Doris Day: Her Life, Songs and Films with Peter Kendrick

Friday 26 August 2016 Doris Day (born 1924) made song hits like ‘Sentimental Journey’ and ‘Que Sera, Sera’. Her film career in musicals and sex comedies made her America’s top box office star. She retired after her popular TV series (1968-73). Hear and see her life story, on the big screen.

J850 Marlene Dietrich – an Icon with Attitude with Monika Lind

Friday 9 September 2016 Come and learn more about one of the most glamorous and alluring women of the twentieth century with a career spanning six decades on stage and screen who used the power of her celebrity status to make very strong political statements.

J863 Public Parks and Healthy Horticulture with Letta Jones

Friday 16 September 2016 Public Parks were a triumph of Victorian design and horticulture founded in the early nineteenth century to meet the needs of city dwellers for clean air and greenery. We’ll explore how they developed to become a treasured aspect of city life.


J856 ‘All The World’s a Stage’ A Brief History of Musical Theatre

Thursday 22 September 2016Talk 2pm Afternoon Tea 3pm

£14.95ppFrom the Ancient Greeks to Andrew Lloyd-Webber the world of the music theatre stage has enthralled and entertained us. This talk will look at the history of this art form from its beginnings to the present day. Richly accompanied by some of the favourite songs that reflect its development over the years.

J853 In The Mood – The Big Bands with Tricia Thompson

Friday 23 September 2016Come and swing along to the wonderful sounds of the Big Bands and find out a bit about the history of this iconic style of music. From Glenn Miller to Syd Lawrence via Duke Ellington and Jimmy Dorsey this music is as popular today as it was 70 years ago.

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J535 Countryside and Nature on Film

Weekend: 12–14 August 2016Tutor: Nicholas HammondStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThe beauty of our countryside and its wildlife has inspired film-makers from the silent era through black and white documentaries to the amazing nature films of today. Throughout the twentieth century the films were shown in different ways and with different intentions. Without doubt these have influenced the way in which we think about the countryside and nature. We shall watch a variety of films with plenty of opportunity for students to discuss responses to this changing world.

J512 Special Clothes Weekend

Weekend: 12–14 August 2016Tutor: Jeanine HickmanStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThe students will be able to construct garments of their choice, to improve their clothes-making skills to a professional standard and to gain more confidence. The course will cover any adaptations and adjustments to commercial patterns if necessary. Emphasis will be on a good fit and professional finishes. (Your own machine will be required).

J704 Special Clothes Week

Sun – Fri: 14–19 August 2016Tutor: Jeanine HickmanShared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00The students will be able to construct a wide range of garments of their choice, with style, good fit and professional finishes. The course will cover any adaptations or adjustments to commercial patterns and making toiles to ensure a perfect fit. The tutor will be available for advice on problems with unfinished garments. A visit to a local market is planned if students wish to buy fabrics under the tutor’s guidance. (Your own machine will be required).


Weekend: 12–14 August 2016Tutor: Alison WinnStandard Weekend Price: See aboveHave you always wanted to make lace but are worried that it looks complicated? Are you a beginner wishing to continue to develop your skills? Are you already a lace maker but would like to continue with your work or start a new pattern? Help is at hand! This is the ideal course for you. Enjoy a few days developing your lacemaking skills and knowledge. Beginners kit available to purchase from the tutor at a cost of £25.00.


Sun – Wed: 14–17 August 2016Tutor: Alison WinnShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00For course details, see course J501 above.


Wed – Fri: 17–19 August 2016Tutor: Alison Winn Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00 For course details, see course J501 above.

J101 Making Embroidered Books ‘Transferred to the Cover’

Mon – Fri: 15–19 August 2016 Tutor: Frances PickeringShared bedroom occupancy: £468.00Single bedroom occupancy: £536.00Non-resident: £359.00Make a decorative book with a transfer dyed, pelmet vilene cover. The cover is embellished with additional pieces of printed pelmet vilene, hand colouring, sealed with acrylic wax and finished with hand or machine stitch. Pages will be made from wallpaper lining paper which will be coloured using Koh-I-Noor dye palette. Simple binding and fastening techniques will be explained and guidance given on how to fill the book.

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J913 The Edge of History: Before Homer, Hesiod and Herodotus – Hittites

Friday 19 August 2016Tutor: Ian Russell LowellOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Who was the great power of ancient Anatolia during Homer’s ‘Tale of Troy’? Who was the cultural medium through which Hesiod created his pantheon of gods and goddesses? Who created annals and the record of heroic deeds of their kings? Over these sessions we discover the Hittites, their culture, their history and their influence forgotten in time but for a few scraps of obscure references until their true rediscovery in the early 20th century.

J542 Edge of Empire: Cultures Contemporary to the Hittite Great Kingdom

Weekend: 19–21 August 2016Tutor: Ian Russell LowellStandard Weekend Price: See aboveCultures contemporary with and adjacent to the Hittite Great Kingdom (1650–1190 BC) will be explored and explained with reference to contemporary documents, artefacts and the latest theories. Informative comprehensive handouts will be provided. This is a fascinating formative period, and will be studied in a way that is both entertaining and interesting. Come along to enjoy and learn. Previous course handouts can be accessed through Knuston’s Facebook page.

J581 Improving Your Ukulele Skills (Intermediate)

Weekend: 19–21 August 2016Tutor: Chris GammonStandard Weekend Price: See aboveAimed at players who have a basic knowledge of the Ukulele (eg basic chords of C, F, G, A, D), this fun and light-hearted course will help you develop and progress your skills. With a mix of tutor-led and breakout sessions and a careful selection of songs, we will progressively move through new chords, strumming patterns and other techniques allowing you to develop your ukulele skills. By the

end of the course you will feel more confident in playing your instrument and will have had great fun jamming with the other players!

J568 Beads in Bloom

Weekend: 19–21 August 2016Tutor: Debbie AndersonStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course is aimed at intermediate level and above. Students can choose from three different flowers. A rose: for which you will need peyote, brick and square stitch skills. A daffodil: brick, herringbone and square stitch skills needed. A lily: peyote stitch skills needed. The tutor will provide instruction sheets, demonstrations, and one to one tuition where needed. Enjoy an array of flowers to grace your home, use as a button hole, or incorporate in a bridal bouquet.

J515 Chinese Brush Painting Part 1

Weekend: 19–21 August 2016Tutor: Pauline CherrettStandard Weekend Price: See above This weekend course will study a number of subjects such as flower, bird, fruit, animal, fish or landscape, all taught in the traditional method of demonstration and practice. Learning will continue on Saturday evening with a presentation on painting or travel for example. This course is suitable for both beginners and the more advanced. New learners will be able to see what they may be able to achieve in future courses. Calming music helps to aid concentration while painting.

J705 Chinese Brush Painting Part 2

Sun – Fri: 21–26 August 2016Tutor: Pauline CherrettShared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00This course will give more flexibility and time to explore this fascinating art form in greater depth. Beginners joining at this point will be introduced to the basics, producing paintings in a wide variety of subjects. Improvers will be encouraged to increase their skills, both in strokes and composition. With a background of relaxing music a selection of flower,

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fruit, animal, bird, fish or landscape will be shown in traditional demonstration and practice sessions. Evenings will be more relaxed with video or slides on painting, travel or culture.

J711 Richard Box’s Master Class

Sun – Fri: 21–26 August 2016Tutor: Richard BoxShared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00This course is especially for those who have enjoyed being diligent, focussed and committed to your studies in any one of Richard’s previous courses. Students who have attended for many years will continue to develop skills within their chosen discipline. They will have frequent but short individual tutorials once or twice a day. Others, who are still ‘terrified’ or ‘petrified’ will be given more time and instruction. The qualification for attending is how dedicated you are not how proficient. There will be periods when the whole group comes together to discuss common concerns.

J710 Parchment Craft Techniques – Summer School Part 1

Sun – Wed: 21–24 August 2016Tutor: Pauline LowethShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00This course is suitable for those who already have a basic knowledge of parchment craft techniques, including tracing, embossing and simple perforating. Participants will be able to choose from a selection of patterns for greetings cards, pictures or technique samplers. Although the emphasis will be on the use of grids to create both perforated and embossed lace designs, we will also be covering various colouring techniques.


Wed – Fri: 24–26 August 2016Tutor: Pauline Loweth Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00

Non-resident: £204.00 For course details, see course J710 above.


Weekend: 26–28 August 2016Tutor: Pauline LowethStandard Weekend Price: See above For course details, see course J710 above.

J801 Memorable Monsieur Hulot: The Career of Jacques Tati with Peter Kendrick

Thursday 25 August 2016

J852 Doris Day: Her Life, Songs and Films with Peter Kendrick

Friday 26 August 2016

J543 Railways in British Feature Films

Weekend: 26–28 August 2016Tutor: Peter KendrickStandard Weekend Price: See above Railways and trains are a ‘natural’ material for movies. As the settings for story films they are numbered in dozens, with many set in the era of steam. We shall see ten having the greatest railway content, made between 1930 and 1974, and we shall learn the background to each being made. This nostalgic and entertaining presentation will show many familiar faces from the past, and will delight enthusiasts both for British films and for railways.

J538 Calligraphy Weekend

Weekend: 26–28 August 2016Tutor: Nancy Ouchida HowellsStandard Weekend Price: See aboveLearn and improve your calligraphy – decorative capitals and numbers, layout and composition. Depending on time and experience, you may select the projects you would like to make: greeting cards; calendars; favourite quotes; pen marks to



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picture; combining illustration with text; pen-made borders; words from the heart. Play with masking/resist/scarffitto, graduated textures, metallic materials and collage. All levels are welcome. This course may be continued with more depth and individual help by enrolling for the Sunday to Friday course code J714.

J714 Calligraphy Week

Sunday 28 – Fri 2 September 2016Tutor: Nancy Ouchida HowellsShared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00For course details see course above. This course may be continued with more depth and individual help by enrolling for the Friday to Sunday course code J538.

J914 Wirework, Fairies and Angels

Tuesday 30 August 2016Tutor: Stephanie BurnhamOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Spend a wonderful day exploring the world of fairies and angels. These little creatures are made from a combination of wire and beadweaving techniques, but no experience of wire is essential – its really very easy! Watch them take on their own personalities whilst you work. They look great on the Christmas tree or hanging on a special person’s parcel, the choice is yours. They are also really great for using up all your beady odds and ends! All materials will be available to purchase from the tutor.

J915 Beadweaving – Lily Pad Bracelet

Wednesday 31 August 2016Tutor: Stephanie BurnhamOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Have you ever wanted to master encasing a soft touch cabochon? Then this is the course for you. The lily pad base is made using the netting technique, whilst the soft touch is encased with peyote stitch using size 11 Delica beads and crystals. These single elements can be made into

bracelets, necklaces or a simple pair of earrings, the choice is yours! All materials will be available to purchase from the tutor.

J203 Ukulele for Advanced Players

Tuesday 30 August – Thur 1 September 2016Tutor: Debbie SchererShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This advanced course is for players wishing to learn finger-picking and self-accompanied solos on soprano, concert or tenor ukulele. We will study the rudiments of music, scale patterns and moveable chords, as well as techniques specific to the ukulele such as hammer-ons and pull-offs. We will play a diversity of repertoire – Baroque and Classical transcriptions, pop, rock, jazz and original writings including Hawaiian music. We will also be looking at the requirements for Victoria College examinations and advice will be given to those wishing to explore their syllabus. To participate in this course you must be able to play chord shapes and change fluently without looking at the fret board and be able to use your right hand thumb and fingers independently across all four strings. Alternatively you may have recent experience of playing classical guitar.Please note: Beginners and Intermediate Ukulele courses are available with an emphasis on developing chords and strumming techniques.

J814 Trollope’s Country Pursuits with Lucia Costanzo

Thursday 1 September 2016

J928 Cryptic Crosswords for Improvers

Friday 2 September 2016 Tutor: Henry HowarthOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62The aims of the course are to improve solving skills and extend specialist crossword knowledge. At the end of the course, students should feel comfortable solving puzzles at an intermediate level and be able to attempt the more challenging puzzles that are


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Whilst we look at development of a landscape picture chosen for the weekend by the Tutor, other subjects are available and will be supported. We progress through the stages of a picture with demonstrations and individual advice where required. The programme for the weekend is tailored to the needs of the students attending and the course has a flexible structure. All abilities are welcomed, but some prior knowledge of coloured pencil techniques is assumed.

J509 ‘Globe to Globe’: A History of Music associated with William Shakespeare

Weekend: 2–4 September 2016Tutor: Julian WilliamsonStandard Weekend Price: See above The effect of Shakespeare’s plays on the history of music is immense but it is an area which has been rather neglected over the years. This course (followed by a further course 3–5 February 2017) will follow the history of the plays and their associated music over some 400 years, from their original staging up to the re-building of the Globe theatre at the end of the 20th century. This first course will cover the 17th and 18th centuries which saw the glory years of the original Globe. We will end with a quick look at the first opera based on the work of the bard.

J901 Goldwork Day

Wednesday 7 September 2016Tutor: Hazel EverettOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Be introduced to goldwork embroidery by making a delightful Christmas decoration. This course is ideal for beginners, but is open to all wishing to learn the basics behind this form of embroidery through a small set project. Students will work up a small section of each technique and will have learnt enough to complete the remaining part of the decoration at home. It is an excellent starting point and students could easily progress onto a longer course to increase their skills further.

published in the national broadsheet newspapers. Most of the time will be spent working together on progressively more challenging puzzles from newspapers, starting with a relatively easy warm up puzzle and ending the day with some harder puzzles from the quality press. Specific aspects of clue construction will be explained in short teaching sessions in order to build knowledge and support the further development of practical solving skills.

J576 Cryptic Crosswords for Beginners

Weekend: 2–4 September 2016Tutor: Henry HowarthStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThe aim of the course is to teach the skills and knowledge needed to solve cryptic crossword.The course starts with the simplest ideas and easiest types of cryptic clue and gradually builds to the more advanced aspects of solving cryptic crosswords. Practical activities are blended with theory, enabling students to develop their skills and understanding in tandem. The course is engaging and enjoyable.

J902 Coloured Pencils – Basic Techniques

Friday 2 September 2016Tutor: Peter WeatherillOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62The day will go through the advantages and possible problems of the media, the choices of pencil brands (with an opportunity to try a selection), a look at the different papers that can be used, and the basic techniques for producing a picture. There is plenty of opportunity for questions and answers, and a selection of step by step exercises is available for students to purchase at modest cost to take home and try later. Students who have artist quality pencils should bring them.

J517 Coloured Pencils Landscapes

Weekend: 2–4 September 2016Tutor: Peter WeatherillStandard Weekend Price: See above

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Wed – Fri: 7–9 September 2016Tutor: Hazel EverettShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00Goldwork is a stunning form of embroidery most often associated with ecclesiastical vestments. This course will introduce you to the main techniques involved. Students can either stitch pre-set designs such as dragonflies, ivy leaves, tile motifs or work on their own design ideas. All levels are welcome from total beginners to the more experienced. Everyone will work at their own pace and guidance will be given through explanations, demonstrations and individual tuition.

J505 Silk Shading Embroidery with Goldwork

Weekend: 9–11 September 2016Tutor: Hazel EverettStandard Weekend Price: See above Silk shading is also referred to as painting with the needle. It creates beautiful naturalistic effects, especially when depicting flowers and it gives the illusion of looking three dimensional. During the course the mysteries of this delightful form of stitchery will be explained and put into practice on a small floral design. The motif could later be enhanced with touches of goldwork embroidery. A choice of designs will be available or students could work upon their own projects.

J800 Richard Wagner – the Sorcerer of Bayreuth with Monika Lind


J850 Marlene Dietrich – an Icon with Attitude with Monika Lind

Friday 9 September 2016

J527 German Language and Culture Intermediate and Advanced

Weekend: 9–11 September 2016Tutor: Monika LindStandard Weekend Price: See above SPASS MIT DEUTSCH! Immerse yourself in the language for a weekend. This course is for German speakers with a good knowledge of the language who would love to read, view, listen to and most of all speak German for a whole weekend. We will undertake a variety of activities working individually, in pairs, groups or all together around topics of general interest and current affairs. Emphasis will be on the language as well as on Germany as a country and its rich culture.

J544 More Cartoon Fun

Weekend: 9–11 September 2016Tutor: Di LorrimanStandard Weekend Price: See above Learn how to create simple cartoons and caricatures and go home with a bank of visual jokes that you can share with family and friends. Cartoon figures, showing movement and expression will be built into cartoon situations. Following the tutor, you will learn how to combine your wit and drawing skills. Just book your place and pack your sense of humour.

J916 Woodcarving Day

Saturday 10 September 2016Tutor: Peter SchwartzOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*This one day taster course is suitable for the complete beginner, or those who have some experience of woodcarving. You will be introduced to tools and woods and learn some basic techniques with a simple relief design. If you already enjoy this creative craft, come along and embark on your chosen project with hands-on tuition available when required. The aim of the workshop is to impart practical carving skills in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. *Materials supplement of £5.00.



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J315 Plants that Changed the World

Wed – Fri: 14–16 September 2016Tutor: Letta JonesShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00Plants provide us with most things we need, medicine, shelter, food, fuel and oxygen. They have played a significant part in history. We’ll delve into the world of extraordinary plants which brought about massive changes around the world. Starting with the cinchona or quinine tree, we’ll also consider the growing, production, uses and significance of a range of the following: – tea, sugar, opium poppy, coffee, tulips and rubber. If you are interested in the history of plants and their significance today, then this is a course for you. The final session of this course will end with the tutor’s talk J863 detailed below.

J863 Public Parks and Healthy Horticulture with Letta Jones



Wed – Fri: 14–16 September 2016Tutor: Alison WinnShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00Have you always wanted to make lace but are worried that it looks complicated? Are you a beginner wishing to continue to develop your skills? Are you already a lace maker but would like to continue with your work or start a new pattern? Help is at hand! This is the ideal course for you. Enjoy a few days developing your lacemaking skills and knowledge. Beginners kit available to purchase from the tutor at a cost of £25.00.


Weekend: 16–18 September 2016Tutor: Alison WinnStandard Weekend Price: See above For course details see course J302 above.

J545 Tedesca String Quartet Coaching Weekend

Weekend: 16–18 September 2016Tutor: Tedesca String QuartetStandard Weekend Price: See above Following on from the great success of the first such course at Knuston in September 2015 the Tedesca Quartet returns for a weekend of chamber music. Groups will receive coaching from each of the four members of the quartet and will also have free entry to the Saturday evening concert, the programme of which will include string quartets by Mozart, Shostakovich and Dvorak. The course is intended for pre-formed string quartets: however, interested individuals are encouraged to contact the quartet directly (via their website – www.tedesca.co.uk) and every effort will be made to put them in touch with players of similar standard who might be interested. String trios and quintets are also welcome to apply. Tedesca Quartets members have been widely praised for their deep commitment to coaching for amateurs and students alike.


Saturday 17 September 2016

J536 Scrapbook in a Weekend

Weekend: 16–18 September 2016Tutor: Julie EavesStandard Weekend Price: See above During the weekend we will complete a 12 x 12 inch scrapbook (2 single page and 9 double page layouts). The layouts will be based on 6 x 4 inch photos, and these can be trimmed to required size on the day. Although we are creating a whole scrapbook, the pages do not all have to be on the same theme. If you have any questions then please do email me.*Supplement of £30 will be payable to the tutor for the kit.



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J202 Sewing Machine Know-how

Tue – Fri: 20–23 September 2016Tutor: Kathie SelwoodShared bedroom occupancy: £370.00Single bedroom occupancy: £421.00Non-resident: £284.00If the machine can do it, you can make it with a little know how. Beginners and experienced welcome to make an article of your choice or simply experiment with a variety of sewing techniques. Your machine can be an older basic type or a modern more advanced model. There will be a display of the tutor’s projects to give you inspiration. This includes bags, book covers, cards, coaster, jewellery, table runners, place mats and pictures.

J520 Sewing Machine Know-how

Weekend: 23–25 September 2016Tutor: Kathie SelwoodStandard Weekend Price: See above If the machine can do it, you can make it with a little know how. Beginners and experienced welcome to make an article of your choice or simply experiment with a variety of sewing techniques. Your machine can be an older basic type or a modern more advanced model. There will be a display of the Tutor’s projects to give you inspiration. This includes bags, book covers, cards, coaster, jewellery, table runners, place mats and pictures.

J856 A Brief History of Musical Theatre with Afternoon Tea – Talk by Tricia Thompson


J815 ‘Let the Punishment Fit the Crime.’ The Lives and Music of Gilbert and Sullivan – Talk by Tricia Thompson


J853 In The Mood – The Big Bands with Tricia Thompson


J564 Singing for The Terrified

Weekend: 23–25 September 2016Tutor: Tricia ThompsonStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThis is the course for you if you have been told not to sing, to mime or if you reserve your singing for the car and the shower. For complete beginners, the course will show you that everyone can sing – yes even you! The course is performance based and is relaxed, supportive and fun with mostly group singing but if you feel like it you can even have a go at singing on your own. Give it a go, you might just enjoy it you will spend time with others who want to sing and you will go away singing!

J533 Art Appreciation: Four Major Artists (1435 – 1903)

Weekend: 23–25 September 2016Tutor: Alan Caine Standard Weekend Price: See above Giovanni Bellini, Pieter Bruegel, Rembrandt and Cézanne. We will explore some of the work of the four artists. Each was born in a different century and a different country. Each stands, to many, as one of the masters of art within the European tradition. Examples of paintings and drawings by each will be presented, and we will ask what is the impact of each work, what might have been the intention of the artist in his time and how we ‘read’ these works now.

J919 Ukulele Jam

Saturday 24 September 2016Tutor: Chris GammonOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This will be a fun and relaxed day of playing the uke and jamming with a group of equally enthusiastic players. You’ll already be able to play




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the uke to a basic standard (know some basic chords and strumming patterns) so we’ll start with some songs that get us playing together and then gradually move on to more challenging songs that introduce you to new chords and techniques. We’ll spend the sessions together as a group, but the relaxed pace will allow you to have time to get to grips with what we learn.

J930 Rameses the Great: An Egyptian Superman

Saturday 24 September 2016Tutor: Ruth ThomasOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Everything about Rameses II was great. His reign was the longest of any pharaoh, his building works were the most colossal, his military successes were outstanding, his children numbered over one hundred and his self-praise was unlimited. His reign ushered in the height of Egyptian power in the region with Rameses crushing any foreign opposition and promoting his deeds shamelessly on every great monument he erected. It is also the period of magnificent works of architecture like the Temple to his Chief Wife Nefertari and the Temple at Abu Simbel. This was a superman of the ancient world whose great life is worth celebrating.

J107 Drawing with the Sewing Machine Needle

Mon – Wed: 26–28 September 2016Tutor: Richard BoxShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00Do you want to develop your skills with your sewing machine and learn how to ‘draw’ with the simple straight stitch? Then this is your course! You will start by stitching a design which Richard, your tutor, has prepared for you. He will demonstrate every stage step-by-step. This will give you the confidence and the understanding necessary to empower you to start and develop your own design for the rest of the course if time allows. However, there is no rush and no pressure!

Some experience with using the ‘darning foot’, which allows you to stitch freely in any direction is important. Try practicing, even a little, beforehand, so that you are confident with it and excited about its amazing possibilities.

J118 Upholstery

Mon – Wed: 26–28 September 2016Tutor: Jenny JonesShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This course offers the opportunity to learn the basics of upholstery, or develop those you already have and at the same time produce a useful piece of furniture in a fabric of your choice. Beginning with the application of webbing and base hessian, then going through the stages of various filling materials, we finish off with calico and finally top cover fabric, which could be calico or embroidery. Teaching is by demonstration and explanation of the methods, which you can then try out for yourself. The course will cater for all levels of experience, from the complete beginner to the more experienced. Materials available at cost.


Wednesday 28 September 2016Tutor: Amanda EganOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Spend a day enjoying a variety of flowing Chinese exercises and leave feeling relaxed. This course is suitable for men and women, for beginners and those with experience of Dao Yin or Tai Chi. We will work on a variety of Dao Yin exercises, including some from the Baton set, and a section of even-paced, Yang style, Tai Chi. In the process, gaining greater confidence and coordination in movement and breath and releasing tension.

J809 A Victorian Magical Indulgence with Steve Dimmer



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J572 Silver Jewellery Weekend

Weekend: Fri 30 September – Sun 2 October 2016Tutor: Beccy GillattStandard Weekend Price: See above*This course is an introduction to a variety of traditional silver jewellery making techniques, but is also suitable for those with some experience. You will use the techniques to construct at least two wearable items, such as earrings, cufflinks, pendant and also a ring with a tube stone setting. The course will cover rolling texture, saw piercing, press forming, tube stone setting, various soldering techniques, shaping and polishing.*Materials Supplement of £25.00.

J578 Papermaking with Textiles

Weekend: Fri 30 September – Sun 2 October 2016Tutor: Jonathan KorejkoStandard Weekend Price: See above* For people who love textiles and want to expand into new areas. Learn how various fabrics and rag pulp can be recycled to make beautiful papers. The handmade papers will be filled with colourful threads, fibres, textures, and pieces of cloth; some will be finished pieces of artwork in their own right. Your papers will be suitable for further applications, hand/machine embroidery, book making, construction projects. This course is a must for people who thrive on the versatility of textiles. *A supplement of £10 for essential materials will be payable to the tutor.

K521 Patchwork and Christmas Crafts Part 1

Weekend: Fri 30 September – Sun 2 October 2016Tutor: Penny MackenzieStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course aims to bring together a group of like-minded students who enjoy crafting together. They will share their knowledge and enthusiasm during their time together and produce a number of Christmas Crafts which are be kept or passed on to celebrate the season.


Sun – Tues: 2–4 October 2016Tutor: Penny Mackenzie Standard Weekend Prices Apply: See aboveSee course K521 above for details.


Tues – Thurs: 4–6 October 2016Tutor: Penny MackenzieStandard Weekend Prices Apply: See AboveSee course K521 above for details.

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2–5 October 2016

Parchment Pauline Loweth

5–7 October 2016


Blackwork Embroidery Pat Trott

2–5 October 2016


5–7 October 2016



7–9 October 2016


Beads Gillian Ashwell

Calligraphy Nancy Ouchida-Howells

Silver Jewellery Stephen O’Keeffe

14 October 2016

Japanese Embroidery Janet Cronin

Bucks Point Lace Jackie Poulter

14–16 October 2016


Bucks Point Lace Jackie Poulter

Trousers that fit Jeanine Hickman

Clarinet Debbie Scherer

Flute Sarah Jobson

16–18 October 2016


19–21 October 2016

Chinese Brush Painting Pauline Cherrett

21 October 2016

Polymer Clay Beads Sally Boehme

21–23 October 2016

Polymer Clay Beads Sally Boehme


Lace 8 Software Jackie Poulter

28 October 2016

Beads Stephanie Burnham

28–30 October 2016

Beads Stephanie Burnham

Egyptology Victor Blunden

Canal Art Tim Whitelock

Single ReedsSarah Jobson, Debbie Scherer

4 November 2016

European Lace Patricia Bury

Bobbin Lace Alison Winn

4–6 November 2016



Pen and Wash Di Lorriman

7–9 and 9–11 November 2016

Stumpwork Kay Dennis

7–11 November 2016

The Life/Films of Robert Donat

Peter Kendrick

11 November 2016

Mosaics Day Priscilla Wheate


Mosaics Priscilla Wheater

War in The Middle East Bob Davies

Early Music Peter Syrus

Forthcoming Courses

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Forthcoming Courses


World Lace WeekIngrid LeCount, Jennifer MacPherson, Alex Stilwell

18 November 2016

Beds Lace Denise Vickery


Beds Lace Day Denise Vickery

French Advanced Monique Meager

Try a New Instrument (TBC)

Sarah Jobson and Debbie Scherer



25 November 2016

Coloured Pencils Jonathan Newey


Mountmellick Pat Trott

Coloured Pencils Jonathan Newey

Wind BandPaul Egan, John Greaves and Philip Burditt

30 November – 2 December 2016

Goldwork Hazel Everett

2–4 December 2016


Irish Language Kaarina Hollo

9 December 2016

Patchwork Helen Coverley

9–11 December 2016

Patchwork Helen Coverley

13–15 January 2017

Lesser Known Hollywood Musicals

Peter Kendrick

Botanical Illustration Kate Nuttall

20–22 January 2017


27–29 January 2017

Yoga Heather Mackness

Crewelwork Pat Trott

3–5 February 2017

Shakespeare in Music Julian Williamson

TBC Ian Lowell

10 February 2017


10–12 February 2017


22–24 and 24–26 February 2017


5–8 March 2017


6–10 March 2017

Embroidered Books Frances Pickering

8–10 March 2017



10–12 March 2017



13–17 March 2017

Forgotten British Studios

Peter Kendrick

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15–17 and 17–19 March 2017

Des Res Embroidery Pat Trott


17–19 March 2017


24 March 2017

Bucks Lace Jackie Poulter

24–26 March 2017


26–29 and 29–31 March 2017


31 March – 2 April 2017

Patchwork Penny MacKenzie

2–4 and 4–6 April 2017


4 April 2017

Mosaics Day Priscilla Wheater

5–7 April 2017


5–7 May 2017

Embroidery Pat Trott

Film History: Jacques Tati

Peter Kendrick

17–19 and 19–21 May 2017


24–26 and 26–28 May 2017


30 May – 2 June 2017


7–9 and 9–11 June 2017




16–18 June 2017

Banjo, Mandolin and Guitar Weekend

18–21 June 2017


21–23 June 2017



23–25 June 2017



Yoga Heather Mackness

3–5 and 5–7 July 2017



16–21 July 2017

Embroidery Summer School

Kay Dennis, Hazel Everett and Pat Trott

21–23, 23–28 and 28–30 July 2017

Lace Summer School TBC

4–6 and 6–11 August 2017


11–13, 13–16 and 16–18 August 2017


20–23, 23–25 and 25–27 August 2017


Botanical Illustration Kate Nuttall

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Please Note: Where appropriate, we will send out a materials list in advance of the course, particularly in the case of craft courses.Forthcoming Courses

25–27 August 2017

Railways in American Films

Peter Kendrick

28 August 2017

Bank Holiday Open Day

6 September 2017

Goldwork Day Hazel Everett

6–8 and 8–10 September 2017


Mountmellick Pat Trott



22 September 2017

Mosaics Day Priscilla Wheater

22–24 September 2017





29 September 2017


29 September – 1 October 2017


1–4, 4–6 and 6–8 October 2017


6, 6–8 and 8–10 October 2017


11–13 and 13–15 October 2017


13–15 October 2017


18–20 and 20–22 October 2017


27–29 October 2017


29 October – 1 November 2017


3 November 2017


3–5 November 2017




Film History (Techni-) Color

Peter Kendrick

10 November 2017




29 November – 1 December 2017


1–3 December 2017


Temari Balls Pat Trott



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Allen, Richard (pages 22, 23)Richard Allen has been a practicing artist since 1979 and has considerable experience of teaching. Recently retired from lecturing at the University of Northampton. He has an extensive knowledge of the History of Art, specifically Impressionism and its techniques, which he enjoys passing on to others.

Allison, Ann (pages 26, 27)Ann has been a bobbin lace tutor, designer and maker for over 35 years, and has taught courses at many venues, including The Bowes Museum, York Castle Museum, Leeds City Museum and for The Lace Guild. Ann has been a member of The 98 Lace Group and the Westhope Group for 10 years. For images of Ann’s work, visit: www.be.net/annallison

Anderson, Brian (pages 10, 28, 30)Photographer Adventurer and Educator. Brian has travelled to 55+ nations and territories around the world, including some of the remotest places such as the Antarctic, the North Pole, the Falklands, South Georgia and Galápagos. You can see Brian’s work and images on his website at andersonimages.co.uk

Anderson, Debbie (pages 11, 33)Debbie has been beading since 2004 and is passionate about her subject, and delights in passing on her bead work techniques to others. She has her own online business creating bespoke bead work for special occasions such as weddings. Debbie is also a member of the Bead workers guild, and has had her work published in the journal.

Ashwell, Gillian (pages 13, 22)Gillian has been fascinated by and working with beads since she was

a child and has been a teacher of beadwork for the past 30 years, passing on the skills and thrills of working with beads. She is a member of The Bead Society of Great Britain and The Beadworkers Guild.

Aspden, Ray (page 24)Ray is an ardent traveller of the Ancient World from Greece to Guatemala, who packages the results as profusely illustrated presentations of History and Myth for non-specialist audiences mainly in the Worcester area.

Austin, Pam (page 8)Pam celebrates 30 years of spinning and weaving this year and sharing her passion with others. She is an inspirational tutor and is able to provide all the equipment and materials necessary for classes making them ideal for beginners and those wishing to try out new ideas with the latest wheels, looms and equipment.

Baker, David (pages 6, 7, 25, 28)With a PH.D from Rice University, Texas, the British born scientist, historian, author and lecturer specialises in events associated with technical, industrial and geopolitical developments in the modern world linked to the history of nations.

Bennett, Wayne (page 21)After a first career in the theatre, Wayne studied fine art and art history at Camberwell School of Art and then Goldsmiths’ College. He then worked for the Contemporary Art Society and moved to Dorset. For 23 years he was Director of Dillington House, Somerset – a leading residential college. He has also been involved in archaeological research and now divides his time between lecturing, research and writing.

Blunden, Victor (pages 14)Victor studied Egyptology at Manchester and Liverpool Universities and subsequently worked as a lecturer at Manchester University and as a tutor for the WEA. He now works for Ancient Egypt magazine and lectures to societies throughout the UK. His main areas of interest are ancient Egyptian religion and art.

Boehme, Sally (pages 16)Sally has been playing with polymer clay for 20 years and teaching polymer clay and beading techniques for 7 years at various venues around the country. She also runs workshops at her home studio in rural Herefordshire. She sells her pieces and works to commission.

Box, Richard (page 19)Richard is an artist working in both fine and applied arts. He is also an art historian and lectures to NADFAS as well as other interested societies.

Bullock, Clare (page 10)With a love for colour, texture and sheep, Feltmaking was the perfect medium for Clare. She has completed her City and Guilds in Feltmaking and teaches on the subject at a variety of venues around the country and at her studio in Sharnbrook near Bedford.

Burnham, Stephanie (pages 7, 19, 35)Stephanie has been designing beadwork for the past 18 years. She has written 6 books, guest presented on several craft channels, taught extensively both in the UK and in 2006 was invited to teach a six day workshop tour of Japan. Stephanie has her own studio where she spends her days designing and teaching. Outside of that her favourite place to teach is Knuston Hall!

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Bury, Patricia (page 11)Patricia has been teaching Bobbin Lace making for almost 40 years, specializing in European Laces and their techniques. Patricia has exhibited Lace in Europe and Japan and been a judge at International events. Being a founder member of OIDFA and The Lace Guild, Patricia believes in fostering friendship through lace and passing on her knowledge.

Caine, Alan (page 39)Alan Caine is a teacher and painter. For 30 years, he was responsible for the University of Leicester’s adult education programme – and one of the founders of the Attenborough Arts centre.

Chandler, Keith (page 13)Keith has a degree in English and over thirty years’ experience managing and teaching adults in a range of contexts for learning, most recently as Principal of Burton Manor College.

Cherrett, Pauline (pages 5, 16, 17, 33)Pauline is an experienced national tutor and author of several books on the subject. Her work is featured in many collections including Chinese. She has served in various capacities in the Chinese Brush Painters Society, including many years as Editor of the Society’s Newsletter.

Clarke, Lesley (page 12)Lesley has over 20 years experience in fashion retail, working for companies such as Miss Selfridge, Gap and Joules. Having completed a degree in Psychology and trained through the Federation of Image Consultants she now uses her knowledge and skills to help people to look and feel great.

Coverley, Helen (pages 16, 24)Helen is an adult education tutor with over 20 years’ experience in many sewing techniques. She teaches in Bedfordshire, adjoining counties and further afield.

Cronin, Janet (page 15)Janet has been embroidering all her life and started learning Japanese when she wanted a fresh challenge. She is now a qualified tutor and teaches in both adult education and to students privately. It has provided her with a new challenge in her embroidery life.

Daniels, Joy (page 14)Joy is a professional calligrapher and experienced tutor, accredited by the Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society. She has run the Copperplate Special Interest Group since 2015.

Dennis, Kay (pages 7, 23)Kay is a freelance professional hand embroiderer who specialises in stumpwork, needle lace and three dimensional embroidery all of which Kay has been teaching for thirty years. Kay combines teaching for groups around the country, together with creating her own distinctive embroideries and working on commissions.

Ditzel, Sally (page 20)Sally has taught and choreographed Circle Dance for over 10 years. She teaches regular groups, day and weekend workshops. Experiencing the positive impact Pilates had on her after an Osteopath recommended it she now runs over 8 groups and has presented day and weekend workshops.

Eaves, Julie (pages 13, 38)I love to create things and scrapbooking in particular is a passion. I have been teaching scrapbooking for over 10 years and still enjoy every class. I aim to create a friendly atmosphere for pupils of all abilities to enjoy this wonderful hobby.

Egan, Amanda (pages 7, 14, 40)Amanda first tried Tai Chi over 30 years ago. She continued to train both locally and in China and became an instructor in 1994. Her focus is on flowing, even-paced Yang style Tai Chi and on sets of Dao Yin exercises for wellbeing. She enjoys teaching a wide variety of people and believes that learning to relax is important for all.

Everett, Hazel (pages 13, 23, 36, 37)Hazel is a professional embroiderer with over 25 years’ experience. She served her apprenticeship at the Royal School of Needlework in Kensington and specialises in goldwork embroidery and silk shading. In 2011, she released a book through Search Press: Goldwork – Techniques, Projects and Pure Inspiration.

Farmer, Rachel (pages 17, 28)Rachel works as a trainer with a huge variety of people of all levels and backgrounds all over the world. One of her key interests is how people behave and why we find it easy to relate to some people and not to others. The answer is surprisingly universal and simple!

Rachel has taught Russian language, culture and history in schools, colleges, university and prisons, in fact anywhere where people will allow her to share her enthusiasm.

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Gammon, Chris (pages 12, 20, 33, 39)Having spent four years at Leeds followed by a further year doing a teaching degree, I moved to the area to take up a job in a local secondary school Music department. That’s my day job, but in my spare time I run a choir, lead a ukulele orchestra and teach ukulele privately and to local community groups.

Gillatt, Beccy (page 41)An award winning experienced silversmith who works from her studio in the beautiful town of Olney where she makes her own collection and also works to commissions. She has been tutoring jewellery making for over 10 years at a range of levels from adult learning courses to degree courses.

Glennister Hammond, Yvonne (page 25)Yvonne is an award-winning botanical artist and experienced tutor. She holds two RHS gold medals, has exhibited all over the world and paints for the archives of the Chelsea Physic Garden. Teaching others and sharing her enthusiasm is a pleasure.

Gugliotta, Kay (pages 20, 29)With over 40 years’ experience working in various creative industries, Kay has designed for Harrods of London, Berkertex, the MOD and retail outlets throughout the UK. Kay delights in sharing her passion for design with students of all ages and ability.

Hammond, Nicholas (page 32)Nick is an author with a life-long passion for the countryside and nature. He has been director of communications at the RSPB and chief executive of the Wildlife Trust

BCN, where he was closely involved in developing its Living Landscapes projects. He has been tutoring courses at Knuston for over 20 years.

Hickman, Jeanine (pages 16, 32)Jeanine is a qualified Adult education tutor and has a background in couture work from Paris.

Howarth, Henry (pages 35, 36)Henry is an accomplished, qualified teacher who has a lifelong interest in crosswords and has published puzzles in magazines. Henry is the author of ‘Learn How to Solve Cryptic Crosswords: A course for Beginners.’

Jacobs, Carol (page 12)Carol has a BA (Hons) in Three Dimensional Design (Ceramics) and an MA in Ceramic Design. She has thirty years’ experience of teaching 2D and 3D art and design subjects specializing in ceramics working in educational, recreational, therapeutic and rehabilitation contexts.

Jobson, Sarah (pages 4, 9, 25)Sarah and Debbie are experienced performers and qualified teachers who specialise in adult education. They play with the quartet, SaxShades, and the highly acclaimed Yorkshire Saxophone Choir.

Jones, Jenny (page 40)Jenny is well qualified in upholstery and soft furnishings, in which she is a City and Guilds silver medallist. She is a qualified and experienced teacher of adults, and teaches upholstery at a number of adult education institutes, as well as to private groups. Also trained in interior design she can assist her students in the context of their work.

Jones, Letta (pages 31, 38)Letta is a Lecturer in Landscape Horticulture and Garden History at City Lit, Middlesex University, S. London Botanical Institute and Chelsea Physic Garden. For 10 years she has led her own Garden Study tours. Gardens of the Loire Valley is planned for September [email protected]

Jordan, Paul (aka Dr Eurovision) (page 4)Paul has appeared on BBC Breakfast, Sky News, BBC World, Five News as well as the 2011 documentary The Secret History of Eurovision. In 2011 Paul was awarded his PhD, The Eurovision Song Contest: Nation Building and Nation Branding in Estonia and Ukraine and since 2012 Paul has been the pundit for the BBC’s live coverage of the Eurovision semi-finals. In 2014 he published his book, The Modern Fairy Tale: Nation Branding, National Identity and the Eurovision Song Contest in Estonia. His other research interests include nation and state building, post-Soviet identity politics and nationalism.

Kelly, Kate (pages 17)Teaching the Alexander technique in London and Europe for 28 years Kate has taught many courses (including at Knuston!). Her work and life experience includes professional acting, creative workshops for organisations, co-founding a community Choir, and a training in Soul midwifery.

Kendrick, Peter (page 9, 28, 29, 30, 31, 34)A retired chartered engineer and holder of a PhD, Peter is now in his tenth year at Knuston teaching Film History – a subject which he has studied for over half a century. He is an experienced tutor on adult short

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courses and now has over thirty in this subject-area alone. As a filmmaker he has won top awards in international competitions.

Korejko, Jonathan (pages 11, 41)An experienced artist papermaker who teaches and demonstrates all over the UK in colleges, schools, National Trust and RHS properties, botanic gardens, craft centres, museums, craft/trade fairs and literature festivals. He writes articles about his craft, and sells his handmade paper to a wide audience at a variety of venues and online.

Le Count, Ingrid (pages 26, 27)Although concentrating initially on Bedfordshire Lace, Ingrid has been more recently become intrigued by Russian lace with its scope for introducing colours and textures. She has successfully held a number of well-attended courses for lace groups and also here at Knuston.

Lind, Monika (pages 14, 20, 29, 31, 37)A lecturer of Cultural, Film and Television Studies at the University of Brighton, Monika Lind has been teaching German in various countries (Far East, Middle East, UK), to all ages (5 -90 year olds) and all levels (beginners to postgraduate students).

Lorriman, Di (pages 21, 22, 37)Di is a versatile artist being both studio painter, cartoonist and illustrator. She is a qualified art teacher who enjoys passing on her skills and techniques to help others learn. She is a cartoonist, Fellow of the Nottingham Society of Artists and a past President of the Leicester Sketch Club.

Loweth, Pauline (pages 15, 34)Pauline has taught parchment craft since 1994 and currently holds the C&G Further Adult Education

Certificate together with ‘ParchCraft’, Australia’s Instructors’ Certificate. She is PCA’s official examiner of instructors.

Mackenzie, Penny (pages 5, 41)I have been teaching Patchwork, Box Making and Christmas Crafts for more than 20 years. I began when I lived 10 miles away from Knuston but for the past two and a half years I have been living in the north of Scotland where I travel from. I am a keen crafter and sew most of my free time.

Mackness, Heather (page 18)Heather has practised yoga since 1981 and has been teaching since 1994. She lived and worked at the Yoga For Health Foundation Ickwell, Bedfordshire for 8 years, where she did much of her training in general and remedial yoga. Heather is currently teaching 9 classes a week and running 7 retreats a year.

MacPherson, Jennifer (pages 27)Jennifer has been teaching lace making for over 30 years. I successfully gained both parts 1 and 2 City & Guilds and was awarded the silver medal (the highest award for the course) for my part 2 work I now specialise in Milanese lace and Lace jewellery.

Markham, Sarah (page 25)Sarah is a highly regarded saxophonist, performing throughout Europe, America, Canada, and the Far East. A vibrant and inspiring performer featured in the last seven World Saxophone Congresses, she has broadcast live on BBC Radio 3 and Classic FM. Sarah has released seven CDs of solo and chamber music including ‘Run, Sing, Fly’, ‘Saxophone Recital’ and ‘James Rae Sonatinas for Saxophone’. Sarah is a Yamaha

Performing Artist and a Vandoren Performing Artist.

Meager, Monique (pages 12, 25)Monique has dual nationality and is fully bilingual. She graduated from the Sorbonne and now specialises in teaching French to adults. She has been running courses at Knuston since 1990.

Mitchell, Doug (page 24)A Conservator/Binder for over 40 years, Doug was a five year apprentice gaining a City & Guilds distinction, later working for the British Museum and the Foreign Office. Doug joined the British Library Centre for Conservation in London in 2001 where his all-round skills flourished. He gained a level 3 NVQ qualification to become a mentor to interns and foreign students.

Mockford, Ann (page 24)Ann Mockford, an avid collector of worldwide textiles and beads, has taught embroidery and beading for over 40 years. Her teaching assignments have taken her all over the UK, as well as USA, Japan and Spain.

Morton, Pete (page 18)Pete is a known throughout the UK and beyond for his song writing and performances on the folk scene. He has toured globally over the last 25 years and recorded 10 albums of original material using acoustic folk instruments for accompaniment.

Moss, Pete (page 19)Pete has played with some of the finest musicians in big band and small group jazz. He is a qualified teacher of music and a professional musician with experience of teaching students at all levels of ability.

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Neill, Bob (page 6)For more than 20 years, Bob taught Art in London and Derbyshire, and helped develop basic design ideas in art education. During the 60’s and 70’s his large abstract paintings, mosaics and metal constructions were exhibited in galleries across the country. By the late 70’s he had joined the Pyrographic revival. He can now be seen demonstrating at many of the woodturning shows in the UK, Norway, Belgium, Germany and the USA.

Newey, Jonathan (page 10)Jonathan Newey is an award winning artist and is well known in the coloured pencil artist community as one of the top coloured pencil wildlife artists in the country.

Nuttall, Kate (pages 8, 23, 24)I am a member of the Society of Botanical Artists and exhibit with them every year at their annual open exhibition. I had three paintings in the 13th triennial touring exhibition The Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation at the Carnegie Mellon University in the USA. These paintings are now in their permanent archive. I have had the pleasure of teaching at Knuston Hall since 2009.

O’Keeffe, Stephen (page 8)Stephen is a teacher first and a craftsman second. He has been developing new ways of bringing the craft of jewellery making to his students for more than 25 years.

Ouchida-Howells, Nancy (pages 34, 35)Nancy HFCLAS (Honoured Fellow of the Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society), has a Master of Arts degree from California State University, Los Angeles and has taught calligraphy since 1969 at Adult Education

courses as well as International Calligraphy Conferences in UK, USA, Japan, Belgium and Germany. Her work appears in publications and exhibitions and she wrote the book, Easel does it: Calligraphy.

Pickering, Frances (page 32)Frances is a textile artist, embroiderer and bookmaker. She makes handmade books which are richly embellished, illustrated and stitched. Her work is inspired by travel, nature, folklore and poetry. She teaches throughout the country and has published two books ‘Page After Page’ and ‘Under the Cover’.

Potts, Wendy (page 21)Wendy’s knowledge and passion for honey bees goes back to over 30 years and with her husband Kevin, has mentored apprentice Beekeepers. Their love of the honey bee and beekeeping shows in their enthusiasm.

Poulter, Jackie (pages 7, 8, 26)Jackie has been teaching bobbin lace for more than 30 years. She had the benefit of learning Bucks Point lace from Vi Bullard here at Knuston and has completed City & Guilds Lacemaking. She also has a wide knowledge of many other types of bobbin lace, as well as a good working knowledge of design.

Price, David (pages 18, 29, 31)David Price BA, MA is a writer and lecturer living in Northamptonshire. He is the author of Cancan! Regularly gives talks to groups and societies and teaches courses for WEA in six counties.

Quickfall, Karen (page 27)I gained my City & Guilds Part 1 and 2 qualifications in Creative Embroidery

in 2003 and have experience of many forms of embroidery. I started making Ruskin Lace in 2000 and was invited to start teaching it in 2006 when Elizabeth Prickett retired. I am also an online Stumpwork tutor for the School of Stitched Textiles.

Russell Lowell, Ian (pages 32, 33)Ian has been enjoying stories since he can first remember. He brings to this course not only his love of tales but also his experience and learning from the disciplines of archaeology, literature, theology and the ancient world.

Santilly Bert (page 15)Bert is well known in the Accordion world as a teacher and performer. He has played widely in the United Kingdom and abroad. His teaching work includes individual tuition and a number of successful jazz accordion workshops; as well as more generic workshops involving disabled and able-bodied musicians working together. Apart from his solo performances, he is part of the ‘Bungalow Boogaloo Band’, the duo Café Mondiale www.cafemondiale.co.uk and ‘Shakey Breaks The Ice’ www.shakeybreakstheice.net

Scherer, Debbie (pages 4, 9, 25, 35)Debbie and Sarah are experienced performers and qualified teachers who specialise in adult education. They play with the quartet, SaxShades, and the highly acclaimed Yorkshire Saxophone Choir.

Schwartz, Peter (pages 6, 19, 37)Peter is a professional woodcarver with a broad knowledge and expertise in this traditional craft, his ‘Woodpecker Studio’ is located on the Knuston Hall site, see www.woodpeckerstudios.co.uk He is an experienced Adult Education woodcarving tutor.

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Selwood, Kathie (pages 12, 39)Kathie has over 40 years experience with all makes of sewing machine (34 years with her own business), as well as the teaching and repairing of sewing machines. She trained with most of the well-known sewing machine manufacturers in how to use their machines to the full extent of their capacity, as well as service and repair courses. She started beading 26 years ago and has been teaching it for 17 years.

Stone, Vanessa (page 18)Vanessa Stone is a cut paper artist who makes clean lined and detail layered collages by cutting into a single piece of paper and ‘drawing’ with a scalpel. She is hugely inspired by nature and the landscape around her. Originally trained in textiles, Vanessa has run workshops for all ages over 20 years. See her website for more info: www.vanessastoneartist.com

Syrus, Peter (page 11)Peter is a lecturer at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester. He has enjoyed considerable experience in the performance of Renaissance music as both singer and instrumentalist. As well as being in constant demand for running workshops for the various Early Music Forums up and down the country, he has taught at several northern universities.

The Tedesca String Quartet (pages 28, 29, 38)Since its formation in 2011 the Tedesca Quartet has gained a reputation for performances of great integrity and maturity and is in increasing demand from chamber music societies throughout the country. Its members have been widely praised also for their deep commitment to coaching for students and amateurs alike.

Thomas, Ruth (pages 28, 29, 40)Ruth was formerly a museum professional who worked with historical collections at Northampton Museum in particular documenting and researching the ancient Egyptian collection in the museum. She is now a curriculum specialist in adult education and freelance local historian. She is also chair of Northamptonshire Ancient Egypt Society and give talks, presentations and workshops on the subject of Egyptology.

Thompson, Tricia (pages 6, 28, 29, 30, 31, 39)Tricia tutors at adult residential colleges throughout the country. An experienced teacher and associate of Trinity College of Music, she continues to perform professionally and also writes, directs and produces song shows and children’s workshops.

Trott, Pat (pages 10, 18, 23, 27)Pat is a well known national and international teacher, author, professional embroiderer and beader. Her main love is traditional hand embroidery and passing on her considerable knowledge and skills.

Umezawa-Green, Kayo (page 10)Kayo came from Tokyo to teach Business Japanese at a secondary school in Kettering. Living locally she supports the community, currently enjoying giving Origami lessons to adults and children in Northamptonshire libraries and presenting rehabilitation programmes in care homes.

Vickery, Denise (pages 8, 26, 28)Denise began making lace in 1981 and received a good grounding in English Laces from some excellent teachers. She has been teaching for

over 25 years and now specialises in Bedfordshire Lace.

Vigar, John (page 16)John Vigar is a professional ecclesiastical historian, author, broadcaster and tour leader. He is a Trustee of The Friends of Friendless Churches, member of the Advisory Council of the Norfolk Churches Trust, former Hon Sec of the Ledgerstone Survey of England and Wales and photographic curator of the Kempe Society.

Weatherill, Peter (pages 14, 36)Peter Weatherill is past Chairman and Signature Member of the UK Coloured Pencil Society, he has tutored pencil courses at Knuston for several years and hosts a major coloured pencil techniques website www.penciltopics.co.uk

Wheater, Priscilla (page 21)As a Creative Design teacher specializing in mixed media, Priscilla taught adults and children, before working as a consultant in the gift and craft industry. Some years ago, she returned to her first love as a teacher of sculpture and mosaics. Her appreciation of mosaic decoration and fragmentation, colour, pattern and texture play a dominant role in her courses.

Whitelock, Tim (pages 4, 5)Tim is a Design and Technology teacher and has been judged grade one, outstanding, by Ofsted. He is a member of the Waterways Craft Guild, Guild of Essex Craftsmen and holds the London Certificate in Art and Design. His interest in Canal Art goes back over forty years.


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Wilkinson, Ken (pages 25)Kenneth has worked as a professional musician for over thirty years, including orchestral, commercial, recording sessions, television and radio as a classical clarinettist and jazz saxophonist. He has worked with luminaries such as Sir Tim Rice, Lesley Garrett, (but more importantly, stars such as Bonnie Langford and Christopher Biggins). Kenneth now enjoys performing as a classical saxophonist and working on his new compositions.

Williams, Liz (pages 13, 31)Liz has been a yoga practitioner for decades. She has studied yoga with

internationally-renowned teachers and has taught yoga in the UK and abroad. Liz believes that ‘returning to basics’ is the most effective practice for stress and pain relief, trauma release, postural realignment and improvement to well-being. Liz also teaches Chinese Wand Exercises, Touch for Health and Stress management at Knuston Hall and other venues.

Williamson, Julian (pages 22, 36)For some 40 years Julian has led a dual career as conductor and lecturer. As conductor he has given concerts in major halls at home and abroad and as lecturer he has led courses on a wide variety of musical subjects in establishments all over the country.

Winn, Alison (pages 16, 32, 38)I have been making lace for over 30 years and have been teaching for some 16 years. I help people to work at their own place while they develop lace-making skills. I design my own patterns for new lace-makers. I hold C&G lace-making and teacher’s certificates.

Conference Facilities at Knuston Halll From 2 to 100 delegatesl Prices to suit a wide range of budgetsl Dedicated, customer-focused staff

teaml Full range of room layouts and conferencing

equipmentl Full catering and refreshments service on site

Telephone: 01604 362200 Email: [email protected]

Internet: http://www.knustonhall.org.uk

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Knuston Hall World Lace Week

13–17 November 2016Each of the three courses below will take place during Part 1 of World Lace Week.

The same three courses will then be repeated during Part 2. Students can book two different courses or stay with the same tutor throughout.

Part 1: 13–15 November 2016 Arrival:* In time for Dinner at 7pm: Sunday 13 November 2016 Depart:* Tea & Cake at 3.30pm: Tuesday 15 November 2016

Part 2: 15–17 November 2016 Arrival:* In time for Dinner at 7pm: Tuesday 15 November 2016 Depart:* Tea & Cake at 3.30pm: Thursday 17 November 2016

*Each part has the timings and timetable of a standard weekend course.

Course Title: Polychrome de Courseulles or Introduction to Mechlin Lace Tutor: Alex Stillwell Booking codes: Part 1 K705/Part 2 K202

Course Title: Milanese Lace & Lace Jewellery Tutor: Jenny MacPherson Booking codes: Part 1 K706/Part 2 K203

Course Title: The Beauty of Russian Lace Tutor: Ingrid Le Count Booking codes: Part 1 K704/Part 2 K201

Course Prices (per person per part)Single Room: £286* each | Sharing: £252* each | Non-Resident: £193* each

*10% off both when you book 2 courses back to back making the whole period (Sun–Thu) in a single room = £514.80

Knuston Hall, Irchester, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN29 7EU 01604 362200www.knustonhall.org.uk | [email protected]

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Code Day Date Course Tutor/speakerJ903 Wednesday 06 April 2016 Canal Boat Art: Castles Tim Whitelock

J904 Thursday 07 April 2016 Canal Boat Art: Roses and Daisies Tim Whitelock

J911 Friday 15 April 2016 Two Elizabeths – A Tale Across Two Centuries David Baker

J926 Monday 18 April 2016 Tai Chi and Dao Yin Amanda Egan

J905 Friday 22 April 2016 Bucks Point Lace Day Jackie Poulter

J909 Friday 22 April 2016 A Day of Bedfordshire Lace Denise Vickery

J920 Saturday 30 April 2016 A Fun Introduction to Origami Kayo Green

J908 Thursday 05 May 2016 The Heat is On Brian Anderson

J923 Saturday 07 May 2016 Beadwork Bracelet: For Beginners Debbie Anderson

J918 Saturday 14 May 2016 Ukulele: A Day for Beginners Chris Gammon

J924 Tuesday 17 May 2016 Style, Image and Colour Review Lesley Clarke

J910 Saturday 21 May 2016 Scrapbooking Day Julie Eaves

J906 Saturday 28 May 2016 Pastel Pencils Introduction Peter Weatherill

J925 Friday 17 June 2016 Read the Russian Alphabet Rachel Farmer

J931 Friday 17 June 2016 Tender Loving Care Kate Kelly

J922 Saturday 18 June 2016 Paper Cutting and Layered Collage for Beginners Vanessa Stone

J929 Friday 01 July 2016 Magical Silk Painting in a Day Kay Gugliotta

J912 Saturday 02 July 2016 Beekeeping Experience Day Wendy Potts

J907 Tuesday 05 July 2016 Let's Paint with Drama Like Van Gough Di Lorriman

J913 Friday 19 Aug 2016 Before Homer, Hesiod and Herodotus – Hitittes Ian Russell Lowell

J914 Tuesday 30 Aug 2016 Wirework, Fairies & Angels Stephanie Burnham

J915 Wednesday 31 Aug 2016 Beadweaving – Lily Pad Bracelet Stephanie Burnham

J928 Friday 02 Sept 2016 Cryptic Crosswords for Improvers Henry Howarth

J902 Friday 02 Sept 2016 Coloured Pencils – Basic Techniques Peter Weatherill

J901 Wednesday 07 Sept 2016 Goldwork Day Hazel Everett

J916 Saturday 10 Sept 2016 Woodcarving Day Peter Schwartz

J930 Saturday 24 Sept 2016 Rameses the Great: An Egyptian Superman Ruth Thomas

J919 Saturday 24 Sept 2016 Ukulele Jam Chris Gammon

J927 Wednesday 28 Sept 2016 Tai Chi and Dao Yin Amanda Egan

Day courses at Knuston HallApril – September 2016

*Some courses may attract a supplement for materials. See details within the course brochure.

Coffee from 9am ~ Start Time: 9.15amTwo-course lunch at 12.45pm ~ Course ends: 4.45pm

Cost Per Person: £62*

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Your group at Knuston Hall

Individuals often spend time at Knuston Hall ‘doing their own thing’ whilst their partner is on a course.

Did you know that groups of all sizes from 2 up to 50 people also choose Knuston as the venue for their hobby group, specialist craft group, walking group or even a music rehearsal

group, for periods ranging from half a day to a whole week?

If you are part of a group and you would like to consider such a visit, you can contact Knuston on 01604 362200 or by email using [email protected]

Alternatively, it may be useful to talk to someone who already acts as the organiser for such a group? Ask for details.

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Telephone: 01604 362200Email: [email protected]

Internet: http://www.knustonhall.org.uk

ENROLLING could not be more straightforward

Meals and Refreshments

English/continental breakfast is served from 8.15am, lunch at 12.45pm (1pm on Sunday), and the evening meal at 7.00pm. Morning coffee with home-made biscuits is served at 11am with afternoon tea and cake at 4pm. Each bedroom has tea/coffee making facilities.

Road/Rail Travel

Turn to the inside back cover of this brochure for details of local roads and rail links.

Accommodation

Sleeping accommodation is available in single, twin, double and three-bedded rooms, all of which are ensuite. Some bedrooms are up two flights of stairs and a small number are on the ground floor.

Please advise us of your bedroom requirements when booking. We have no facilities for pets with the exception of guide dogs.

Private Study

It is sometimes possible to provide accommodation and meals for guests who wish to spend some time engaged in private study. This option is often taken up by those sharing a twin or double room with a guest on a course. It is rarely possible to allocate a single room for ‘private study’ due to the demand for

such rooms, but such a request may be possible at short notice. Special reduced rates are now available. Please contact the office.

Knuston Bar

Knuston Hall has a small bar which opens at lunch time and in the evening until 11pm.

Personal Equipment

It is assumed that all personal belongings and equipment brought to Knuston by guests are covered by their own insurance and are fit for use in every way.

Personal and Sensitive Information

Please feel free to contact Knuston Hall on 01604 362200 to discuss any personal or sensitive information, if you think that by being aware of this information, we will be able to cater for your needs before and during your visit.

Please also let us know whether you are happy for the information to be disclosed to other staff/tutors where relevant and appropriate. Alternatively you may inform us that you would prefer this personal or sensitive information not to be disclosed to any other person.

When telephoning Knuston Hall you may ask to speak to any of the members of staff mentioned on Page 2 of the brochure.

l Pick up the phone, dial 01604 362200 and discuss all your enrolment details with a member of the team. You can do this between 8.30am – 9pm Monday to Saturday and between 8.30am – 3.30pm on Sunday. To pay, you can give your credit card details or reserve your place for five days while you send in your cheque.

l Whilst it is not yet possible to process a confirmed enrolment online, it is now possible to submit the full details of an application for a course directly from www.knustonhall.org.uk. The website will allow you to communicate your requested course and preferred accommodation options and any special details directly with Knuston’s course enrolment staff. They will then be in touch with you as soon as they have checked your course application.

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How to find Knuston Hall

By Road: Knuston Hall is situated on the B569 between Irchester and Rushden in East Northamptonshire. Drivers should approach through Irchester from the A45 from where the hall is clearly signposted. Signs direct Eastbound drivers onto the Westbound carriageway into Irchester. Whilst Higham Ferrers and Rushden offer a wide variety of shops and interesting buildings for guests with a little free time, some junctions in these areas do not make it clear where Knuston Hall is located. Therefore, travellers are advised to stick to major routes. If you experience problems, please phone Knuston on 01604 362200.

By Rail: Wellingborough station is 5 miles away (London St. Pancras approx 1hr). Bedford 14 miles (approx 45mins).

Taxi Service: Taxis are usually waiting at Wellingborough railway station. They will take you to the hall at a reasonable charge. The cost will be considerably more from other stations. Taxis for the return journey can be booked in the college office.

Bus Service: The X46 and X47 bus routes stop at the gates of Knuston Hall between the town of Rushden and the village of Irchester. Both services run from Monday to Saturday but only the X47 runs on Sundays.

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Since 1951, adult education courses have been held at Knuston Hall under the auspices of Northamptonshire County Council.

The Hall is an elegant 17th century building of attractive proportions set in magnificent countryside in East Northamptonshire. Its excellent facilities and relaxing atmosphere combine to create an ideal environment for so many courses and activities.

Courses at Knuston Hall are open to any person over the age of 19 years and are generally directed towards those with a lively interest in a subject

rather than those with previous experience or an academic qualification.

Prices in this brochure are fully inclusive of the course, full catering and accommodation in ensuite bedrooms.

Contact Details: Knuston Hall, Irchester, Wellingborough,Northamptonshire NN29 7EU

Telephone: (01933) 312104Fax: (01933) 357596

Email: [email protected]


Since 1951, adult education courses have been held at Knuston Hall under the auspices of Northamptonshire County Council.

The Hall is an elegant 17th century building of attractive proportions set in magnificent countryside in East Northamptonshire. Its excellent facilities and relaxing atmosphere combine to create an ideal environment for so many courses and activities.

Courses at Knuston Hall are open to any person over the age of 19 years and are generally directed towards those with a lively interest in a subject

rather than those with previous experience or an academic qualification.

Prices in this brochure are fully inclusive of the course, full catering and accommodation in ensuite bedrooms.

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Contact Details: Knuston Hall, Irchester, Wellingborough,Northamptonshire NN29 7EU

Telephone: (01604) 362200

Email: [email protected]

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