“The courses are such value for money. Tutors are very knowledgeable and the hospitality fantastic.”
– Michael Hare
2017
“Everything was clearly explained and Hester provided help whenever needed...Excellent. Fantastic food, nice location and venue.”
– Thea
Printing without a press
Tags: Printmaking
“It's a wonderful welcoming place in which to develop and express my interests and skills in so many ways and of course to learn new ones!”
– Carol Banks
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
“Enthusiastic teacher, passionate about her work, helps to get the student on the way. Enjoyed all of it, can’t single out anything in particular, loved it all – so much fun to try something new – time flew by!”
– Alison
Textured Ceramic Tiles
Tags: Creative Home Pottery & Ceramics
“Great tuition of the basics and then very flexible in what we actually made. Think everyone making the same first piece was really good because it got us all up to speed with basic skills quickly and being able to make something more individual later meant I came home with something I really wanted.
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– Julia
Stained Glass + Copper Foil Leaves
Tags: Glass & Mosaics
“Claire was excellent and very patient!”
– Claire
Introducing Pattern Cutting
Tags: Sewing & Textiles
“You always have a well organised day, good tutors, excellent food and I keep coming back!”
– Josephine Runciman
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
“Keith is marvellous - very knowledgeable and manages to make the subject quite fascinating!”
– Jane
Sharpening Skills - Household, Craft & DIY Tools
Tags: Heritage Crafts Wood & Stone
“Scott was so tolerant. The best thing was learning in such pleasant company.”
– Anonymous
Abstract Painting
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“The steady pace was ideal for a beginner. The techniques learned showed wonderful results from the simplest of ideas. Encouraging comments helped to build confidence. The best thing was seeing a half decent image emerge from my paper! The best things were meeting very interesting people, enjoying delicious food and being taught by such an enthusiastic tutor. A brilliant day!”
– Joy
Essential Watercolour
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“It's better than a day at the spa!”
– Emma Smith
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
“Karen always teaches to the needs of each individual and the stage at which they are at. She is hugely supportive and her style of teaching is always encouraging.”
– Audrey
Wonderful Ways with Watercolour for Botanical Subjects
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“Loved learning new jewellery making techniques and sharing ideas with other people, lovely food too!”
– Barbara
Tin Cans to Treasure
Tags: Jewellery Making Metal Working
“Everyone friendly and supportive. feel OK about not being very good and there were techniques I could actually go home and reproduce. I am inspired to carry on and come back!!”
– Ann
Essential Watercolour
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“A really good day. Excellent tutor who gave clear demonstrations and supportive help. Use of webcam was also very helpful. I came away feeling that I had learnt some basic techniques - and with 4 completed sample notebooks. A lovely lunch was an extra treat! I am looking forward to coming back again in the Autumn.”
– Sue
Single Section Bookbinding
Tags: Heritage Crafts Paper-Based Creativity
“Met new friends, learnt new skills & lovely food!”
– Dorothy Lumley
2017 Open Day
Tags: Special Events
“Obviously highly skilled and experienced, Claire guided us really well. I was a complete beginner and she gave clear instructions and good encouragement. I enjoyed the whole experience , the expertise, the company and the lunch. I will definitely be back.”
– Angela
Freehand Machine Embroidery
Tags: Sewing & Textiles
“Inspiring and very encouraging. I enjoyed the whole thing but watching Scott paint was great! Vanessa’s food of course was brilliant!”
– Val
Trees in Watercolour
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“Scott is very enthusiastic and able to pass on the joy of watercolour. I enjoyed it all but liked learning more about how different colours worked.”
– Anonymous
Essential Watercolour
Tags: Painting & Drawing
“All processes were well explained. I appreciated the hand out and tips on where to buy equipment etc. I enjoyed learning something new at a pace I could cope with an a friendly environment.”
– Claudia
Printing Without A Press
Tags: Dyeing, Printing, Colouring Printmaking