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Knuston HallProgramme of Courses & Events

October 2016 – March 2017

Knuston Hall, Irchester, NN29 7EU

www.knustonhall.org.uk

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Dear Friends of Knuston HallWe hope you enjoy having a browse through this brochure, which contains all the talks, day courses and residential courses we are running between October 2016 and the end of March 2017. Towards the back of the brochure, we give brief details of all the other courses from April 2017 that we know about. You can book on any of these courses simply by calling 01604 362200.

Our website www.knustonhall.org.uk already contains an enormous amount of information about our future courses and learning events and this information is now online much earlier than had been the case.

Also, we now provide a regularly updated grid on the wall in the dining room corridor where you can study the details of courses and learning events a long way into the future. Sometimes, however, the best thing to do is to pick up the phone or wait until your next visit and pop your head in the door of the office to sort out all future bookings.

Regular visitors to Knuston Hall will know first hand how our courses, provided in a relaxed environment with great food and friendly staff, are a great boost to their wellbeing. For this reason we are pleased to join a number of services, which exist to make people feel healthier and happier, in a new organisation called First for Wellbeing (FfW). These services offer help with emotional wellbeing, weight management, smoking and other things which you might like to improve.

If you would like to find out more about the full range of services designed to help you increase your wellbeing, why not get in touch? You can visit our website www.firstforwellbeing.co.uk or call 0300 126 5000.

Best Wishes

Eamonn Flanagan Knuston Hall Service Manager

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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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 26 and 27 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.

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Course Index

HUMANITIES AND LITERATUREShakespeare’s Richard II ................................................... 4Egyptology ....................................................................... 9Life & Films of Robert Donat ........................................... 11American History ............................................................ 11Curious Travellers ........................................................... 12Hollywood Musicals ........................................................ 20Britain Breaks from Rome ............................................... 20Crosswords .............................................................. 20, 21Ancient History ............................................................... 21Heros and Heroines ........................................................ 22Art Appreciation ............................................................. 2919th Century France ....................................................... 30The Amarna Letters ........................................................ 31Egyptology ................................................................. 9, 20Forgotten British Studios ................................................ 33The Georgians ................................................................ 35Handel ........................................................................... 36Victorian Gardening ........................................................ 36

LANGUAGESItalian ............................................................................... 7French ............................................................... 13, 28, 35Irish Language ............................................................... 15Russian .................................................................... 16, 17

MUSIC & MUSIC APPRECIATIONClarinet ............................................................................ 6Flute ................................................................................ 7Saxophone ................................................................. 9, 29Ukulele ............................................................... 10, 22, 33Early Music .................................................................... 12Try a New Instrument...................................................... 13Windband ...................................................................... 15Choral Singing ................................................................ 21Shakespeare in Music..................................................... 23Strings ........................................................................... 31Recorders ...................................................................... 36

PRACTICAL ARTS & CRAFTSPapermaking for Textiles ................................................... 4Silver Jewellery ............................................................ 4, 5Patchwork ...................................................... 4, 16, 29, 36Parchment ....................................................... 4, 5, 31, 32Embroidery............................................... 5, 15, 21, 33, 34

Beadwork ............................................... 5, 8, 9, 30, 31, 34Calligraphy ....................................................................... 5Japanese Embroidery ...........................................6, 23, 28Lace .................6, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 21, 23, 32, 33, 34, 35Trousers That Fit .............................................................. 6Chinese Brush Painting ............................................... 7, 34Polymer Beads ........................................................... 8, 29Weaving ........................................................................... 8Lace 8 ............................................................................. 8Art with Enamel ................................................................ 9Painting ................................................................... 10, 32Coloured Pencils....................................................... 10, 33Stumpwork............................................................... 11, 35Mosaics ......................................................................... 11Paper Art ................................................................. 12, 22Lace - World Lace Week ............................................12, 13Scrapbooking ................................................................. 143-D Fabric Illustration ..................................................... 14Coloured Pencils........................................................14, 15Goldwork ........................................................... 15, 29, 30Woodcarving ............................................................ 16, 28Silk Painting ................................................................... 20Botanical Painting ........................................................... 20Pottery ........................................................................... 22Bookbinding ................................................................... 28Embroidered Books ........................................................ 32Tailoring ......................................................................... 34Drawing with a Needle .................................................... 35

WELLBEINGYoga .............................................................................. 21Circle Dancing ................................................................ 30Take Care of Yourself ...................................................... 31

Dinner Talks & Events .........................................24 & 25Out To Lunch Plus ...............................................26 & 27Forthcoming Courses ...........................................37–40Tutor Biographies ..................................................41–46

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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.

K852 Shakespeare’s Flowers with Trudy Hillier

Friday 30 September 2016

K552 Shakespeare: Richard II

Weekend: 30 September – 2 October 2016Tutor: Trudy Hillier Standard Weekend Price: See aboveShakespeare’s play traces the fall from power of an anointed king, Richard and the rise to power of the House of Lancaster in the person of Henry Bolingbroke. One of only four plays written by Shakespeare entirely in verse, the play focuses on the last two years of Richard’s reign. Through reading and discussion we will identify the main themes of the play and consider the play in performance by looking at recent productions.

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.

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

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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.

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.

K708 Parchment Craft Techniques

Sun – Wed: 2–5 October 2016Tutor: Pauline Loweth Shared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00This course is suitable not only for those who already have a basic to advanced knowledge of parchment craft, but for beginner’s as well. Participants will be able to choose from a selection of patterns of pictures to frame. However, these patterns can be easily adapted to create greetings cards etc. Apart from traditional parchment craft

“Out To Lunch Plus” – See Pg 26 & 27

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Standard Weekend PricesSingle: £299 Shared: £264 Non-resident: £198


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

designs there will be a selection of designs exploring a completely different approach to the craft. These are suitable for complete beginners as well as the advanced, dedicated parchment crafter. See course K311 below.


Wed – Fri: 5–7 October 2016Tutor: Pauline Loweth Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00The details for this course are the same as K708 above.

K301 Beautiful Blackwork Embroidery

Wed – Fri: 5–7 October 2016Tutor: Pat Trott Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00An opportunity to design and create a beautiful piece of Blackwork Embroidery using very simple stitches and only one colour of thread to produce a stunning tonal piece of work. See course K506 below.

K506 Beautiful Blackwork Embroidery

Weekend: 7–9 October 2016Tutor: Pat Trott Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details as K301 above.

K853 Josiah Wedgwood: An Excellent Potter with Kathy Niblett

Friday 7 October 2016

K509 Festive Beadwork

Weekend: 7–9 October 2016Tutor: Gillian Ashwell Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThe festive season is approaching and this weekend is an opportunity to prepare well in

advance! Make Christmas decorations of your choice selected from a large range to adorn your tree and table in style. Alternatively choose jewellery from a selection designed especially to enhance your partywear over Christmas and the New Year. All pieces are made using just needle and thread and predominantly tiny seed beads with the addition of some accent beads and Swarovski crystals to add plenty of sparkle! Suitable for all levels of ability.

K553 Calligraphy for Christmas and Celebrations

Weekend: 7–9 October 2016Tutor: Nancy Ouchida Howells Standard Weekend Price: See aboveFor beginners, learn how to or improve their writing, whilst experienced calligraphers will develop an alphabet/font of their choice. Write greeting cards, invitations, place names, gift tags and make various projects of your choice. A creative, friendly, open approach is encouraged in a happy relaxed environment, where inspiration and companionship are important features. Various handouts, displays, many demonstrations and individual help. Right and left-handers and all levels welcome.

K530 Creating Silver Jewellery

Weekend: 7–9 October 2016Tutor: Stephen O’Keeffe Standard 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. *All materials and equipment for this course will be provided by the tutor. The cost will be dependant on the choice of projects, but should be no more than £15 – £20.


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K810 Theme Dinner – Game Evening

Thursday 13 October 2016

K901 A Day of Japanese Embroidery

Friday 14 October 2016Tutor: Janet Cronin One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This course is suitable for both experienced and those new to the subject. New students can either embroider a small motif using traditional threads and fabric, or if they want to make a larger commitment, make a start on the ten phase learning programme.Established students will be to continue stitching their current project. All students will be taught individually and will work at their own pace. See courses K501 & K700 below. *There will be a supplement of £20 for this course if kits are required.

K501 Japanese Embroidery

Weekend: 14–16 October 2016Tutor: Janet Cronin Standard Weekend Price: See above*Details for this course are the same as K901 above. *There will be a supplement of £20 for this course if kits are required.


Sun – Tues: 16–18 October 2016Tutor: Janet Cronin Standard Weekend Price: See above*Details for this course are the same as K901 above. *There will be a supplement of £20 for this course if kits are required.

K905 Bobbin Lace: Bucks Point

Friday 14 October 2016 Tutor: Jackie Poulter One 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

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Point as well as for those who are experienced in making this beautiful type of lace. During the course 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. See course K511 below.


Weekend: 14–16 October 2016Tutor: Jackie Poulter Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details as K905 above.

K507 Trousers that Fit

Weekend: 14–16 October 2016Tutor: Jeanine Hickman Standard Weekend Price: See aboveStudents will be able to construct a pair of trousers of their choice, adjusted to their personal measurements to a professional standard. The course emphasis will be on good fitting with a zip fly, waistband and lining. Trouser patterns adaptation will be covered if necessary and a toile can be made before making the trousers to ensure a perfect fit. All students receive individual attention and we work in a friendly and convivial atmosphere.

K554 Clarinet – Increase Your Skills and Confidence

Weekend: 14–16 October 2016Tutor: Debbie Scherer Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course is for all clarinet players who have a basic understanding of how to play the clarinet and are now ready to enhance their skills through a weekend of intensive study. Course content will include techniques specific to the clarinet as well as interpretation of music. Sessions will focus on ensemble playing with group sizes dependant on course numbers. However, participants will receive individual attention to address any specific issues.

Dinner Talk – See Centre Pages

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Experience in sight-reading will be beneficial but not essential.

K555 Flute – Increase Your Skills and Confidence

Weekend: 14–16 October 2016Tutor: Sarah Jobson Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course is for all flute players who have a basic understanding of how to play the flute and are now ready to enhance their skills through a weekend of intensive study. Course content will include techniques specific to the flute as well as interpretation of music. Sessions will focus on ensemble playing with group sizes dependant on course numbers. However, participants will receive individual attention to address any specific issues. Experience in sight-reading will be beneficial but not essential.

K303 Chinese Brush Painting

Wed – Fri: 19–21 October 2016Tutor: Pauline CherrettShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00A range of subjects will be shown to include flower, bird, fruit, animal, fish or landscape, enabling strokes and skills to be learned and reinforced. Examples will be provided for use during the course, which will be taught in the traditional way of demonstration and practice. A video/presentation on Wednesday/Thursday evenings will allow the learning to continue in a more relaxed manner and to add to the understanding of a different culture. Please contact the tutor at least 2 weeks before the course for any special requests. See course K508.

K802 The Horrible History of Halloween with Steve Dimmer

Thursday 20 October 2016




Weekend: 21–23 October 2016Tutor: Pauline Cherrett Standard Weekend Price: See aboveFor details of this course K303 above.

K920 Intermediate Italian Day

Friday 21 October 2016 Tutor: Gianfranco Holmes One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62A course designed specifically for students eager to take a basic knowledge of Italian a step further, and to practise their communication skills. By using certain techniques and routines particular to the tutor, the student will be able to improve upon their existing Italian, and rediscover an interest in, and a love of, a beautiful language. Visual and literary sources will provide a stimulating environment. All of this takes place in a friendly non-competitive environment, aimed at achieving the optimum results from each individual. See course K556 below.

K556 Intermediate Italian

Weekend: 21–23 October 2016Tutor: Gianfranco Holmes Standard Weekend Price: See aboveA course designed specifically for students eager to take a basic knowledge of Italian a step further, and to practise their communication skills. By using certain techniques and routines particular to the tutor, the student will be able to improve upon their existing Italian, and rediscover an interest in, and a love of, a beautiful language. Visual and literary sources will provide a stimulating environment. All of this takes place in a friendly non-competitive environment, aimed at achieving the optimum results from each individual. See course K920 above.



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K908 Polymer Clay Beads Day: More Millefiori

Friday 21 October 2016 Tutor: Sally Boehme One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*This workshop will explore further designs in the wonderful world of millefiori. Millefiori means ‘a thousand flowers’ and while we will not be making quite that many, we will use the technique to create patterned beads of different shapes and sizes. Then we will create earrings, necklaces, pendants and/or bracelets to wear home. See course K513 below.*There will be a supplement for this course of approximately £10 payable to the tutor.

K513 Polymer Clay Jewellery: Flower and Paisley Filigree Techniques

Weekend: 21–23 October 2016Tutor: Sally Boehme Standard Weekend Price: See above*Explore the infinite, artistic possibilities of decorating beads and other shapes with flower and paisley style filigree in polymer clay. Learn how to create pretty flowers using the simplest of tools; forget-me-nots, daisies, dahlias and roses, plus leaves, stems and stylized paisley motifs. Add decorative elements to embellish your pretty designs further and create beautiful pieces to wear home. See course K908 above. *There will be a supplement for this course of approximately £10 – £15 payable to the tutor.

K563 Creative Weaving

Weekend: 21–23 October 2016Tutor: Pam Austin Standard Weekend Price: See above*Creative weaving – for beginners and improvers. Turn new and used yarn, textiles, buttons, lace and beads into artistic or useful items to inspire and impress – with lots of patient help and encouragement! Complete a bag, book cover, cushion, wall hanging, wrap, shawl, baby blanket in a weekend – even if you are a complete beginner. Weave on a brand new Ashford loom supplied by the tutor, or bring your own rigid

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heddle loom. Experienced weavers can try out the exciting and unique new Variable-dent reeds using warps of different thickness. *There will be a supplement of £20 for this course, payable to the tutor.

K534 Using Lace8 for Bobbin Lace Design

Weekend: 21–23 October 2016Tutor: Jackie Poulter Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThe course is for students who have some knowledge of computers and who want to learn how to use this Bobbin Lace design programme, to produce accurate patterns for making any of the Midlands Bobbin Laces. Each student will be taught on an individual basis, to their own needs, but will benefit from group teaching. As well as individual projects and class lessons on aspects of the programme, I will cover saving and storing patterns, organising files, printing patterns, basic set up and preferences and many other aspects of general computing as they relate to Lace8.

K855 The American Spirit in the English Garden with Jean Stone


K904 Purple Frost Necklace – Bead Weaving

Friday 28 October 2016 Tutor: Stephanie BurnhamOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*Stephanie’s ‘Purple Frost’ necklace design is a delightful mix of Czech Super Duo beads that create a lovely starburst effect, with a rivoli encased between the two sides of the pendant. The rope, which can be worn on its own, is also made up of Super Duos. Students will progress very well through the day with this project and should achieve a fair bit of the piece. No previous experience necessary. See course K510 below. *All materials can be purchased on the day from the tutor.


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K510 Art Deco Elegance in Bead Weaving

Weekend: 28–30 October 2016Tutor: Stephanie Burnham Standard Weekend Price: See above*Art Deco is a wonderful design era from which to take inspiration and Stephanie has done just that by using the strong lines and understated glamour of the time to produce four lovely designs in bead weaving. There will be plenty of sparkle included for the upcoming party season. Don’t worry if you are new to bead weaving or you want a design that is a little easier, there will be something for everyone. See course K904. *All materials can be purchased on the day from the tutor.

K526 Everyday Life in Ancient Egypt

Weekend: 28–30 October 2016Tutor: Victor Blunden Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis new course will look at the lives of the ordinary people of Egypt through different periods of Egyptian history, the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom and the New Kingdom, but special emphasis will be placed on how people lived during the Graeco-Roman period. The Ptolemies settled their soldiers in Egypt and gave them grants of land. So how did these foreign settlers integrate within the indigenous population? Come along and learn about the everyday lives of the ancient Egyptians.

K557 Decorative Folk Art

Weekend: 28–30 October 2016Tutor: Tim Whitelock Standard Weekend Price: See aboveDecorative Folk Art takes many forms, one of which is painted decoration used to enhance all sorts of products. It is generally done using hand skills to enrich, highlight and decorate surfaces that may otherwise be a little dull. This course includes a variety of flower pattern exercises using enamel paint. The exercises will be a ‘painting by numbers style’ with everyone welcome. Please bring your own items to decorate by adapting the exercises you are guided through. Ensure that your own items have a dark colour base coat.

K524 Saxophone and Clarinet – The Best of Both Worlds

Weekend: 28–30 October 2016Tutors: Sarah Jobson and Debbie Scherer Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThe saxophone and clarinet are both wonderful instruments that allow us to express ourselves musically in so many ways. This weekend course will allow THOSE WHO PLAY BOTH INSTRUMENTS to combine their interests in a weekend of diverse music making through participation in ensembles of various sizes. Everyone will have the opportunity to play both saxophone and clarinet. Participants must be able to sight-read. Help and guidance will be given about technique and how to continue to improve at home.

K900 Bobbin Lace for Christmas – Beginners Welcome

Friday 4 November 2016 Tutor: Alison Winn One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*Enjoy a day making lace for Christmas. If you are a new lacemaker you will be able to learn the basic stitches while working a small Christmas motif/decoration. You will learn sufficient to enable you to finish at home if there isn’t time in the day. If you already make lace come and spend an enjoyable day making a small piece of lace for Christmas. You may even get a second piece started. Lace will be mainly Torchon and a selection of patterns will be available for you to choose. Why not turn this day into a long weekend. See course K500 below. If you wish to simply spend the day working lace already started you are also welcome to join the course. *Beginners kit available to purchase from the tutor at a cost of £30.00.

K500 Bobbin Lace for Christmas – Beginners Welcome

Weekend: 4–6 November 2016Tutor: Alison Winn Standard Weekend Price: See above*Enjoy a weekend making lace for Christmas. If you are a new lacemaker you will be able to learn the

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basic stitches by working a small Christmas motif/decoration and might have time to start a second piece that you can continue at home. If you already make lace come and spend an enjoyable couple of days making lace for Christmas. Lace will be mainly Torchon and a selection of patterns will be available for you to choose. These could be tree decorations, start a table runner or a garland for a Christmas cake etc. Why not join me for the day on Friday and have a long weekend making lace. *Beginners kit available to purchase from the tutor at a cost of £30.00.

K902 European Bobbin Lace Day

Friday 4 November 2016 Tutor: Patricia Bury One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This course is designed both for students who need only have a knowledge of the basic stitches and the more experienced lacemakers who wish to further their knowledge of the continental laces. They can choose from Torchon, Brugge Bloemwerk, Flanders, Binche, Parijse, Valenciennes, Idrija, Chantilly, Tønder and Chrysanthemum laces. A good opportunity to try something new. See course K503 below.

K503 European Bobbin Lace

Weekend: 4–6 November 2016Tutor: Patricia Bury Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis 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, Tønder, Idrija and chrysanthemum lace. See course K902 above.

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K527 Devon in Pen and Wash

Weekend: 4–6 November 2016Tutor: Di Lorriman Standard Weekend Price: See aboveWatch and learn how to depict different textures with pen marks and watercolour techniques – cobbles, netting, lobster pots, donkeys and the picturesque villages and shore line perhaps. It is also fun to use toning watercolour on a nib pen and draw some subtle detail into work and Di will show this too. If you prefer to work on your own individual projects there will be some other suitable photographs to work from and do bring your own West Country drawings or photos to work from.

K922 Pastel Pencils and Hard Pastels – The Basics

Saturday 5 November 2016 Tutor: Peter Weatherill One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62We will look at the brands of pencil and pastel available, the types of suitable paper 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 medium’s techniques.

K927 Ukulele Jam

Saturday 5 November 2016Tutor: Chris Gammon One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*This 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 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

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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. *Ukulele’s are available for hire at an additional charge of £10, advanced booking is required.

K100 Stumpwork – Beautiful Birds

Mon – Wed: 7–9 November 2016Tutor: Kay DennisShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00From the tiny hummingbird to puffins and toucans, birds, with their beautiful and colourful plumage, make interesting subjects to embroider. Students will be given a choice of patterns, some whole birds, some just the head, to choose from. From those patterns students will be taught different ways of making plumage, wings and beaks. Birds need branches and leaves to perch on, so students will be taught several ways of making them, traditionally and unconventionally. See course K302 below.

K302 Stumpwork – Beautiful Birds

Wed – Fri: 9–11 November 2016Tutor: Kay DennisShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This course has the same details as K100 above.

K103 Film History: Life and films of Robert Donat (Mr Chips)

Mon – Fri: 7–11 November 2016Tutor: Peter KendrickShared bedroom occupancy: £443.00Single bedroom occupancy: £511.00Non-resident: £340.00Robert Donat (1905-1958) was a distinguished actor on stage, who was also a natural film star. From playing Richard Hannay in Hitchcock’s ‘The 39 Steps’ to the Mandarin in ‘The Inn of the Sixth Happiness’, he constantly refused to be type-cast. His role in ‘Goodbye Mr Chips’ won him an Oscar. Despite his unforgettably beautiful voice,

he suffered chronic asthma which led to his premature death. The course tells his life story, illustrated by his films.

K910 Mosaics – Learn the Basics in a Day

Friday 11 November 2016 Tutor: Priscilla Wheater One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*This course is an introduction to the basic techniques for mosaics. You will learn how to cut the tesserae, glueing and grouping. You will work on a project to produce a small piece of work that can be used in your home. If you have some experience and want to learn anything specific I will be happy to teach you or improve your techniques. See course K522.*There will be a charge of about £12.00 for materials depending on your usage, payable to the tutor.

K522 Mosaics – Push The Boundaries

Weekend: 11–13 November 2016Tutor: Priscilla Wheater Standard Weekend Price: See above*This course is for anyone who interested in learning the techniques needed to work with mosaic decoration. My title, push the boundaries, applies to experiment with design. It will give us lots of new ways to think out of the box. See course K910 above.*There will be a supplement of approximately £35 for this course, payable to the tutor.

K558 The USA: A World Empire

Weekend: 11–13 November 2016Tutor: David Baker Standard Weekend Price: See aboveIn the early 20th century the United States became a major trading nation, eclipsing the British Empire in wealth by the time of the First World War and pioneering production line industrialisation for an expanding population. This course looks at the growth of the USA through two world wars to become the global influence that made it the richest country and the most powerful in influence, political leverage and military power.

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K532 ‘Scaramella’ – Music in the Low Countries, c.1500

Weekend: 11–13 November 2016Tutor: Peter Syrus Standard Weekend Price: See aboveSo many composers in this chapter of music history had an awesome mastery of craft – music flowing from their pens can be glorious, vibrant, and at times rhythmically remarkably sophisticated. We grant Josquin and Isaac the luxury of two sessions, while from countless more worthy of as much attention I’ve chosen Weerbeke, Agricola and Obrecht. 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.

K535 Curious Travellers

Weekend: 11–13 November 2016Tutor: Bob Davies Standard Weekend Price: See aboveA Gaucho Laird, a swashbuckling king, a socialist, sandal wearing, vegetarian, forbidden cities and mystic fire in the Himalayas – these travellers’ tales have it all. All travellers cross geographical borders, but some cross political, gender, religious and class boundaries to help reshape the world. A look into some of the stranger stories of travel writers who inspired the works of Kipling, Conrad and E.M.Forster.

K921 Paper Cutting and Layered Collage – Intermediate

Saturday 12 November 2016 Tutor: Vanessa Stone One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*The day course will involve you in learning compositional skills by using images, simple sketching and planning. You will use these skills to plan and make a beautiful cut paper collage, using a layering technique and using the best quality papers. We will be focusing on natural forms, such as plants and flowers. I am often inspired by the

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landscape around me and you will get to make a piece similar to the one featured on the left. *There will be a materials supplement of £3.00 for this course, payable to the tutor.

K705 Take Your Pick: Polychrome de Courseulles or An Introduction to Mechlin Lace

Sun – Tues: 13–15 November 2016Tutor: Alex Stillwell Standard Weekend Price: See abovePolychrome de Courseulles is made using workers and gimps of different colours, the results can be stunning. Being one of the point ground family, some experience of Bucks Point is required. Mechlin lace is one of the Flanders family of laces with ground that is a mixture of plaits and twists and the designs usually floral in appearance. This is for the experienced bobbin lacemaker who wishes to try something new. As you can see above, Alex is offering two subjects in the same room during each part, from which you can choose one. If you wish to choose two of Alex’s subject areas, you will need to book one subject during Part 1 AND the other during Alex’s Part 2 (you may choose the same subject for both sessions if you wish to know more about the subject). See course K202 below.

K202 Take Your Pick: Polychrome de Courseulles or An Introduction to Mechlin Lace

Tues – Thurs: 15–17 November 2016 Tutor: Alex Stillwell Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details as K705 above.

K704 The Beauty of Russian Lace

Sun – Tues: 13–15 November 2016 Tutor: Ingrid Le Count Standard Weekend Price: See aboveSee course K201 below.Russian 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

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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.

K201 The Beauty of Russian Lace

Tues – Thurs: 15–17 November 2016Tutor: Ingrid Le Count Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details as K704 above.

K706 Milanese Lace and Lace Jewellery

Sun – Tues: 13–15 November 2016Tutor: Jenny MacPherson Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course is for students who wish to make a traditional piece of Milanese Lace or create a modern piece to be worn as jewellery. It will be an opportunity to continue/complete a piece of ongoing work or to start a new piece. The course is also suitable for those new to this versatile and popular lace. Students will benefit from individual tuition and group discussion where appropriate. See course K203 below.

K203 Milanese Lace and Lace Jewellery

Tues – Thurs: 15–17 November 2016 Tutor: Jenny MacPherson Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details as course K706 above.

K803 An Evening of Theatrical Anecdotes with Steve Dimmer

Thursday 17 November 2016

K851 ‘Just Like a Kid in a Sweet shop’ with Kevin Varty

Friday 18 November 2016

K903 A Day of Bedfordshire Lace

Friday 18 November 2016Tutor: Denise Vickery One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This course is designed for a range of students from those who have a basic knowledge of Bedfordshire Lace through to the more experienced who wish to advance their techniques. Students may start new projects or complete ongoing work and will benefit from individual tuition as well as from group discussions. See course K505 below.

K505 A Weekend of Bedfordshire Lace

Weekend: 18–20 November 2016Tutor: Denise Vickery Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course is designed for a range of students from those who have a basic knowledge of Bedfordshire Lace through to the more experienced who wish to advance their techniques. During the weekend, students may start new projects or complete ongoing work and will benefit from individual tuition as well as from group discussions. See course K903 above.

K559 French (Advanced)

Weekend: 18–20 November 2016Tutor: Monique Meager Standard Weekend Price: See aboveUn weekend tout en français consacré à Voltaire et à l’étude de Candide. Vous aurez également l’occasion de présenter un article au reste du groupe mais surtout de discuter avec d’autres étudiants aussi motivés que vous. This weekend is for students of A level standard and above.

K560 Want To Play An Instrument? Try Before You Buy!

Weekend: 18–20 November 2016Tutors: Debbie Scherer & Sarah Jobson Standard Weekend Price: See aboveIf you’ve ever wanted to have a go at playing a woodwind or brass instrument then this course is



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for you. Before the weekend everyone will be asked to choose one to two instruments they would like to try. All instruments will be provided. Learning will be given using a band education system which has been proven to be both supportive and fun. Sessions will cover technique specific to the chosen instrument as well as more general aspects about how to begin to read music.

K923 Scrapbooking: Day Workshop

Saturday 19 November 2016 Tutor: Julie Eaves One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*We will create two layouts during the day. The first will have a feminine feel, using layers of lace and flowers and some paper manipulation. To complete this page you will need one 6 x 4 inch photo.The second layout features several photos, and more can be incorporated under flaps if wished. Photo requirements are one 5 ½ inch tall by 4 inch wide photo, one 4x4 inch photo, two 5 ½ inch tall x 3 inch wide, two 4 inch tall x 3 inch wide photos. Photos can be trimmed to size on the day. *There will be a supplement of £10 for this course, payable to the tutor.

K101 Bobbin Lace – Beginners & Beyond

Mon – Wed: 21–23 November 2016Tutor: Alison WinnShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*Enjoy a couple of days making lace for Christmas. If you are a new lacemaker you will be able to learn the basic stitches by working a small Christmas motif/decoration and might have time to start a second piece that you can continue at home. If you already make lace come and spend an enjoyable couple of days making lace for Christmas. Lace will be mainly Torchon and a selection of patterns will be available for you to choose. These could be tree decorations, start a table runner or a garland for a Christmas cake etc. If you wish to simply spend the weekend working lace already started you are also welcome to join the course. *Beginners kit available to purchase from the tutor at a cost of £30.00.

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K312 3D Fabric Illustration – The Scarecrow

Wed – Fri: 23–25 November 2016Tutor: Joanna Pout Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*Learn various techniques including needle felting, embroidery, die-cutting and collage. Use a mixture of different textile and craft materials and together with these techniques, make items and elements to assemble on a felted fabric background. A scarecrow figure in the centre, 3D flowers and vegetables and beads, buttons and found objects creates an overall decorative picture. The three-dimensional effect gives charm and vitality to a unique textile illustration.*There will be a supplement up to £10 for this course, payable to the tutor.

K807 ‘It Takes Two’ Famous Singing Duo’s with Tricia Thompson

Thursday 24 November 2016

K864 Don’t Dilly Dally – A History of the Old Time Music Hall with Tricia Thompson

Friday 25 November 2016

K907 Pet Portraits: Coloured Pencil on Pastelmat

Friday 25 November 2016Tutor: Jonathan Newey One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This is a one-day course that will show you how to draw a portrait of a cat using coloured pencils on Pastelmat paper. Pastelmat is a type of coloured paper that has a slight abrasive surface which is ideal for coloured pencils. Techniques covered will include drawing eyes, noses, fur and texture. Ideal for all abilities including absolute beginners



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and students with some knowledge of coloured pencil who would like to experiment with a new paper surface. Photos and Pastelmat paper will be supplied by the tutor. See course K512 below.

K512 Animal Portraits: Coloured Pencil on Pastelmat

Weekend: 25–27 November 2016Tutor: Jonathan Newey Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis is a course that will show you how to draw portraits of animals using coloured pencils on Pastelmat paper. Pastelmat is a type of coloured paper that has a slight abrasive surface which is ideal for coloured pencils. Techniques covered will include drawing eyes, noses, fur, feathers and texture. Ideal for all abilities including absolute beginners and students with some knowledge of coloured pencil who would like to experiment with a new paper surface. Photos and Pastelmat paper will be supplied by the tutor. See course K907 above.

K504 Magnificent Mountmellick – Hand Embroidery

Weekend: 25–27 November 2016Tutor: Pat Trott Standard Weekend Price: See aboveDeveloped in Ireland during the 19th century, Mountmellick embroidery is a white-on-white hand embroidery technique used in the past for household and bed linen. Worked on cotton sateen fabric in thick matte threads. The designs are usually floral, using raised, padded and knotted stitches. Very ‘scrunchy’ with a knitted fringe.

K529 Wind Band Weekend

Weekend: 25–27 November 2016Tutors: Paul Egan, Philip Burditt, John Greaves and Andy JohnsonStandard Weekend Price: See aboveWe tackle a wide range of music of all ages and styles in this enjoyable weekend. A high proportion of the sessions are for full band and the experienced tutors make sure players of all abilities can make a full contribution. Sessions

for smaller groups add to the variety and ad-hoc ensembles flourish in the free period. Help and advice on technique, instrument maintenance and repertoire selection is always available.

K300 Goldwork Embroidery

Wed – Fri: 30 November – 2 December 2016Tutor: Hazel EverettStandard Weekend Price: See aboveGoldwork 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 insects, dragons, floral 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. See course K502 below.

K502 Silk Shading Embroidery with Goldwork

Weekend: 2–4 December 2016Tutor: Hazel Everett Standard Weekend Price: See aboveSilk 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. See course K300 above.

K561 Modern Irish Language: Intermediate

Weekend: 2–4 December 2016Tutor: Kaarina Hollo Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course is ideal for those who wish to consolidate their mastery of the Irish language at an intermediate level. We will engage in a range of

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activities to improve speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Small group work will alternate with whole class and individual tasks. A range of materials will be used, including newspaper articles, poems, short stories, and resources from the Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge site. Bígí linn agus bainigí sult as deireadh seachtaine Gaelach!

K915 One Day Woodcarving

Friday 2 December 2016 Tutor: Peter SchwartzOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*Open to all, this woodcarving workshop is presented as a one-day course with the opportunity to continue your crafting experience over the whole weekend (see K543 below). Newcomers are introduced to woods and tools, and learn some basic skills by creating a simple relief carving.On-hand tuition with individual guidance allows more proficient students to progress, carving in relief or in the round. A wealth of patterns and reference material provide inspiration for your project designs.*There will be a supplement of £5 for this course payable to the tutor.

K543 Weekend Woodcarving

Weekend: 2–4 December 2016Tutor: Peter Schwartz Standard Weekend Price: See above*For all abilities, this woodcarving weekend presents the option of continuing from the one day course (See K915 above), allowing more time to enjoy this captivating craft. Beginners start with a simple relief carving to learn some basic skills and then progress to a more advanced project of their choice. For the more experienced, it’s an opportunity to develop your expertise and carve with fellow enthusiasts. Individual tuition and guidance allows participants to progress at their own pace in a relaxed atmosphere. *There will be a supplement of £5 for this course payable to the tutor.

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K912 Patchwork Projects for Christmas

Friday 9 December 2016 Tutor: Helen CoverleyOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Special people need special presents for Christmas. Make yourself or someone special a table runner, Christmas card, table mats, a tree skirt, a useful sewing gift a redwork cushion and more. Whether you are a beginner of not there are projects for all skill levels. Come and enjoy a sewing day with other like-minded stitchers and develop your skills. This course continues into the weekend if you have booked. See course K531 below.

K531 Christmas Presents and Projects

Weekend: 9–11 December 2016Tutor: Helen Coverley Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details as K912 above.

K808 Russian Christmas and New Year Traditions with Rachel Farmer

Thursday 8 December 2016

K929 Read the Russian Alphabet

Friday 9 December 2016 Tutor: 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.


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K569 Russian Culture Explored

Weekend: 9–11 December 2016Tutor: Rachel Farmer Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course will explore some of the rich and fabulous highlights of Russian Culture, including the visual arts, music, architecture, literature, theatre, ballet, opera, film, crafts, jewellery, folk traditions and daily life. Russian culture has a wealth of historical traditions and has transformed itself over the last 100 years to absorb the culture of the Revolution and the new post-Soviet order. Our exploration will be full of colour, sound and beauty, as well as some rather grim reality. See course K929 above.

K863 Don’t Forget the Paper Chains – A War Time Christmas with Tricia Thompson

Friday 16 December 2016

K856 It’s Behind You! A History of Pantomime with Trudy Hillier

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K857 Angels From the Realms of Glory – The History of the Christmas Carol with Tricia Thompson

Sunday 18 December 2016 Join us for an aperitif prior to Christmas lunchLunch at 1pm £31.00A festive treat of carols. This talk will look at the history of some of our favourite carols which we will then sing and will be followed by a delicious Knuston Christmas lunch – a great way to get in the mood for the Festive season.




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Knuston Hall Seasonal CelebrationSaturday 17 – Sunday 18 December 2016

Arrival: 10.30am Saturday 17 DecemberDeparture: 3.30pm Sunday 18 December

£130 per person (with no single supplements!!)

Relax for 24 hours in the warm and welcoming environment of Knuston Hall.

Join us on your own or with a friend or two or why not treat a friend as a Christmas present?

PricingEnjoy the whole package for only £130 per person – (K600)

Arrive around 10am for morning coffee and biscuits, check into your bedroom and prepare for the Story of Panto Lunch Talk with Trudy Hillier followed by lunch. Following

lunch you have the afternoon to relax and perhaps take a stroll along Rushden High Street or visit the local country park. Afternoon tea and cake will be available around

4.00pm. Dinner will be served at 7.00pm followed by a talk on Wartime Christmas with Tricia Thompson. Then as the evening quietens down, retire to bed at your leisure.

Saturday: Lunch and Dinner

Breakfast will be served from 8.45am – 9.30am in the dining room with specialities including pastries, croissants, fresh fruit, smoked salmon and scrambled eggs in

addition to our usual breakfast selection.

From 10.15am – 11.15am join Tricia for a demonstration on Christmas Floral arrangements.

Sunday: Breakfast

At 12.00pm there will be an aperitif served in the foyer followed by Sunday lunch served in the Dining Room. Yes... there will be Roast Turkey and all the trimmings as

part of the three course meal.

Sunday: Christmas Lunch

After Sunday lunch, you will be treated to mulled wine, mince pies and a talk on the history of the Christmas Carol. This talk will look at the history of some of our favourite carols which we will then sing a great way to get in the mood for the Festive season.

MID-WINTER MURDERS Weekend 6-8 January 2017

Arrivals from 5.30pm on Friday 6th January Finish with Lunch on Sunday 8th JanuaryFull Board with Shared Bedroom £229Full Board with Single Bedroom £249

The Reverend Timothy Molesworth cares for two separate parishes, the villages of Wizzen-in-the-Wind and Relly-In-The-Mire. Join him on the first night of your stay as he and some of his flock performs an excerpt from their forthcoming pageant to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the church’s stained glass windows. Hopefully no violent bewildering mysterious murder will occur as you will have to take the part of an amateur sleuth to solve a most perplexing case.

After breakfast the following morning, your investigations continue until you are able to accuse someone before lunch. The end of case one means you can have some relaxing time that afternoon where there will be the opportunity to be entertained by one of the villagers with his Murderous Mystery Magic Show.

Saturday evening brings everyone back together again for case two – a historic case from the neighbouring village is presented to you. A year ago a terrible incomprehensible killing occurred, one which has never been solved. Put on your deerstalker thinking caps as the circumstances are re-created for you to sift through. Meet the suspects, question them and filter out the red herrings. Just before bed, some last minute clues will be revealed.

After breakfast the next morning, your investigations continue until a final complete solution is unveiled. This is followed by a triumphant last lunch before detectives take their leave knowing justice has at last been done.

During the weekend you meet all the suspects involved in both adventures, your only role is to be the detective deciding who is innocent and who is guilty.

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K801 Alastair Sim: Gifted British Character Actor with Peter Kendrick

Thursday 12 January 2017

K850 “George: don’t do that”: The Career of Joyce Grenfell with Peter Kendrick

Friday 13 January 2017

K932 Egypt’s Golden Age: the Reign of Amenhotep III

Saturday 14 January 2017Tutor: Ruth ThomasOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*Under the pharaoh Amenhotep III ancient Egypt reaches its high point of culture, sophistication and power. During his reign of nearly 40 years the country enjoyed unequalled prosperity when the arts flourished and the influence of Egypt spread across the Middle East. The richness of monuments and statuary is unprecedented with over 250 recorded statues of the king. This is also a time of religious change when Amenhotep favours the worship of the sun god, the Aten, whom he praises as the source of Egypt’s good fortune. This fascinating period will be studied in well-documented and illustrated detail with no previous knowledge required.

K575 Wearable Art in Silk

Weekend: 13–15 January 2017Tutor: Kay Gugliotta Standard 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

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create a beautiful silk scarf, which you can wear to the admiration of all your friends and family. *There is a supplement of £20 for this course, payable to the tutor.

K541 Film History: Lesser Known Hollywood Musicals of the ‘30’s

Weekend: 13–15 January 2017Tutor: Peter Kendrick Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThe 1930’s started the heyday of the Hollywood musical. Each major studio included such films in its output, though the styles were recognisably different. Warners had Busby Berkeley’s kaleidoscopic girlie numbers, Paramount – Maurice Chevalier, MGM – Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy, RKO – Astaire and Rogers, and Twentieth Century-Fox – Shirley Temple or Alice Faye. These and more are among the films we shall see and compare on this entertaining course, which aims to show less-familiar examples.

K533 Botanical Watercolour Painting

Weekend: 13–15 January 2017Tutor: Kate Nuttall Standard Weekend Price: See above*This course is suitable for both beginners and more experienced artists to paint in the peaceful and friendly surroundings at Knuston Hall. Please bring something you feel inspired to paint or that will challenge you. If you are new to botanical painting and are wondering what to start with, I will provide something suitable for beginners and guide you though each stage to completion. Whatever you decide upon, everyone should be able to go home with a beautiful botanical watercolour, either complete or near to completion. *Equipment can be provided for a supplement of £7.50 payable to the tutor.

K800 From Comic Cuts to Viz with Ray Aspden

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K913 Brexit 410 AD – Britain Breaks from Rome

Friday 20 January 2017 Tutor: Ray Aspden One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62The transition from Roman Britain to Anglo-Saxon England is known as the Dark Ages. This course will look at the information supplied by text sources; from Roman historians, the British Cleric Gildas and the later works by Bede and Nennius, as well as the Anglo Saxon Chronicle. The problem with these texts is not so much what they say, as the extent to which we can trust them.

K931 Cryptic Crosswords For Improvers

Friday 20 January 2017 Tutor: Henry Howarth One 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 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.

K574 Cryptic Crosswords for Beginners

Weekend: 20–22 January 2017Tutor: Henry HowarthThe 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.

K576 Choral Singing – ‘A Few of my Favourite Things’

Weekend: 20–22 January 2017Tutor: Jeremy JackmanWe will sing a wide variety of a cappella arrangements – sacred and secular – from the 16th Century to the present day. They could be from anywhere in the world, so expect to get tongue and teeth round some unfamiliar sounds! To enjoy the course you will need to be a music reader and a confident singer, with reasonable sight-reading skills. A list of repertoire can be provided on request.

K536 The Rise and Fall of Periclean Athens

Weekend: 20–22 January 2017Tutor: Geoffrey Toms Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThucydides, the world’s first scientific historian, describes in an epic modernistic narrative, the rise and fall of Athens after the Persian Wars of the fifth century BC to the loss of everything, two generations later. This is the period of the embracing Athenian Empire, the extraordinary cultural and political advances under Pericles, the building of the iconic Parthenon, the Plague, civil war, and the ill-fated Sicilian Expedition. Readings and archaeological illustrations will be key to this course.

K519 Bobbin Lace – Beginners and Beyond

Weekend: 20–22 January 2017Tutor: Alison Winn Standard Weekend Price: See above*Have you always wanted to make lace? Are you a beginner wishing to continue to develop your skills? Are you a lace maker who 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 £30.00.

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K811 Burns Night

Wednesday 25 January 2017

K542 Hatha Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness

Weekend: 27–29 January 2017Tutor: Heather Mackness Standard Weekend Price: See aboveEnjoy a weekend in the lovely surroundings of Knuston Hall. Heather will share a practical guide 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.

K517 Crewel Work – Hand Embroidery

Weekend: 27–29 January 2017Tutor: Pat Trott Standard Weekend Price: See aboveCrewel 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.

K564 Pick up the Ukulele and Play!

Weekend: 27–29 January 2017Tutor: Chris Gammon Standard 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 that participants must bring their own ukulele (soprano or concert recommended) or can hire one as below. *Ukulele hire is available for an additional charge of £10 payable to the tutor, advanced booking is required.

K571 Paper Magic with Light

Weekend: 27–29 January 2017Tutor: Kay Gugliotta Standard Weekend Price: See above*Delight in a magical world combining simple electronics and paper crafting. Working with card, paper, simple electronic components and your imagination, you will make a beautiful picture that actually lights up as it reacts to an environmental trigger – a sound, light or contact; and gain the skills required to enable you to create your own designs beyond the course. Suitable for all levels of crafting ability, especially beginners, and no technical knowledge is required. If you can doodle a simple flower, cut and stick then you’re good to go… Come along and make a very special gift for someone special or just yourself. *There will be a supplement of £25 payable to the tutor.

K805 Space: The Final Frontier – From Quatermas to Prometheus with Ian Russell Lowell

Thursday 2 February 2017

K858 There is Nothing Like a Dame – a Playing Pantomime (Oh, no it isn’t!) with Ian Russell Lowell

Friday 3 February 2017

K562 I am Legend: Charisma, Chances and Changes in Heroes and Heroines

Weekend: 3–5 February 2017Tutor: Ian Russell Lowell Standard Weekend Price: See above

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Stories are the way we define our memories, encourage our hopes, encapsulate our fears, and entertain ourselves and others. In these stories we learn and pass on there are the heroines and heroes — from the legendary Helen of Troy and Robin Hood to the modern Batman and Orphan Black. We will discover what makes heroes and heroines as we explore their stories in art, literature, drama, film and TV.

K568 Pottery for Beginners

Weekend: 3–5 February 2017Tutor: Carol Jacobs Standard Weekend Price: See above*This is a structured course for students with little or no previous experience. It comprises of 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 locally to where you live, as this will not be possible during the course.*There will be a supplement of £15 for this course, payable to the tutor.

K518 ‘Globe to Globe’: A History of Music Associated With William Shakespeare (Part 2)

Weekend: 3–5 February 2017Tutor: Julian Williamson Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis second course will carry on where the first left off but can be enjoyed on its own if you missed the first episode. It will take us through the 19th and 20th centuries where we find Shakespeare translated into many languages which sparked an interest in some of the leading composers on the continent. This produced a marked change in approach to compositions associated with the plays. Straight incidental music began to

be replaced by fully-fledged concert pieces and operas based sometimes quite loosely on the great man’s work. Mendelssohn, Berlioz, Wagner, Verdi and many others fell under his spell and we will investigate how their music was often heavily influenced by him. This trend was carried into the 20th century where we find another change appearing in the rise of the cinema, producing some remarkable music by Shostakovich, Walton and others. Finally, with the rise of research into authentic productions, theatres such as the Royal Shakespeare Company began to try and recreate the aura of the Elizabethan stage. This was brought into sharp focus with the opening of the new Globe Theatre in the 1990s which brings us almost full circle. Through all this extraordinary history I hope to show how the spirit of Shakespeare continues to live on through music and provide magic for us all.

K919 A Day of Bedfordshire Lace

Friday 3 February 2017 Tutor: Denise Vickery One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This course is designed for a range of students, from those who have a basic knowledge of Bedfordshire Lace through to the more experienced who wish to advance their techniques. Students may start new projects or complete ongoing work and will benefit from individual tuition as well as from group discussions. See course K551 below.

K551 A Weekend of Bedfordshire Lace

Weekend: 3–5 February 2017Tutor: Denise Vickery Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course is designed for a range of students, from those who have a basic knowledge of Bedfordshire Lace through to the more experienced who wish to advance their techniques. During the weekend, students may start new projects or complete ongoing work and will benefit from individual tuition as well as from group discussions. See course K919 above.

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Dinner Talks and Events at Knuston Hall

K810 Theme Dinner – Game Evening

Thursday 13 October 2016£29.95pp including wineWe continue our popular theme nights with a special game dinner. The menu will be prepared by our catering team and served in the dining room. There will be a chance to hear about how some of the dishes were prepared and enjoy wines selected to match the food served.


Thursday 20 October 2016 Have you ever wondered how all the strange symbols and rituals of Halloween came into being? This talk is designed to tell just that. Beginning in pre-Christian times until today, we examine pumpkins, bonfires and the rest. A light-hearted night full of ghoulish fun – or have we ‘spook’ too soon??

K803 An Evening of Theatrical Anecdotes with Steve Dimmer

Thursday 17 November 2016 Join STEVE DIMMER as he entertains you with tales of the theatre. This is an evening of humour and discovery as stage stories are regaled, some hilarious, some poignant and all fascinating.

K807 ‘It Takes Two’ Famous Singing Duo’s with Tricia Thompson

Thursday 24 November 2016 This lively talk will look at famous singing duo’s including the Everley Brothers, Simon and Garfunkel and many others. Richly illustrated with their music the talk will give an insight into the lives and careers of these famous singing duo’s.

K808 Russian Christmas and New Year Traditions with Rachel Farmer

Thursday 8 December 2016 Russia has a time honoured tradition of celebrating Christmas and New Year over several weeks, thanks to their two calendars. Festivities are a mix of religious and secular, including folk culture, music, food, drink and fireworks. Grandad Frost, the Snow Maiden and Putin are all essential parts of the occasion. We will take a romp through the centuries, passing through the Soviet era when Christmas trees were banned and religion was restricted, and ending up in the present day, which is a delightful blend of many apparently incongruous traditions.


Saturday 17 December 2016 Meet Mrs Brown as she prepares for Christmas in a time of rationing and shortages. A glimpse of life on the Home Front as housewives tried to make Christmas fun for their family despite rationing and shortages. You might even pick up a few tips – it’s amazing what you can do with a potato!

K801 Alastair Sim: Gifted British Character Actor with Peter Kendrick

Thursday 12 January 2017 Alastair Sim (1900-1976) had a 40-year career as an actor, on stage and in films. He delighted in playing eccentric characters (as in the St Trinians series) and dramatic parts (eg Scrooge). Hear his life story, with clips on the big screen.

K800 From Comic Cuts to Viz with Ray Aspden

Thursday 19 January 2017 A mix of nostalgia and social history comes from an illustrated romp through 100 years of British comic papers, including strips from two world wars.

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K811 Burns Night

Wednesday 25 January 2017£29.95pp including wineJoin Knuston Hall as we celebrate Burns night with a traditional menu including wine and a drop of whiskey as we address the haggis.

K805 Space: The Final Frontier – From Quatermas to Prometheus with Ian Russell Lowell

Thursday 2 February 2017 An illustrated and entertaining talk on the world of science fiction as presented in film and on television. We shall look at how science fiction has dealt with both moral and social issues, while also focusing on the role of the scientist/explorer as the Doctor Faustus of his/her day and age – raising up the spectre of extra-terrestrial evil!

K806 The Darling Mr Dahl with Steve Dimmer

Thursday 16 February 2017 ROALD DAHL had a fascinating life, not only as the world’s most popular children’s audience but also as a WW2 fighter ace, a James Bond screenwriter and a pioneering medical inventor, Join STEVE DIMMER as he traces the life of this amazing man through all his public triumphs and his private tragedies.

K809 The Kemble Sisters and Their link to Knuston Hall with Tricia Thompson

Thursday 2 March 2017 Did you ever wonder why there is a Kemble Room at Knuston Hall? Knuston has a long and interesting history, but did you know that the famous Kemble sisters are associated with this history? Fanny, a wild and exuberant character, made her name as an actress and her quieter sister, Adelaide, as an opera singer. Come along and find out about their lives and how they fit into the jigsaw of Knuston’s history?

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With Coffee only, 8pm for 8.15pm £12.95 • Bed & Breakfast £60 single/£40 pp sharing

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K852 Shakespeare’s Flowers with Trudy Hillier

Friday 30 September 2016 There are many references in Shakespeare’s plays and sonnets to flowers and gardening. Many of the flowers he refers to are in our gardens today but are perhaps known to us by a different name. We’ll look at some short extracts of text, famous and less well known and discuss how Shakespeare uses flowers and floral imagery in his plays.

K853 Josiah Wedgwood: An Excellent Potter with Kathy Niblett

Friday 7 October 2016 Wedgwood was born into a potting family. He had three partners, all named Thomas. He was excellent at improving pottery bodies, he took out only one patent and his sole invention was Jasper, for which he is very famous.


Friday 21 October 2016 Have you ever wondered how all the strange symbols and rituals of Halloween came into being? This talk is designed to tell just that. Beginning in pre-Christian times until today, we examine pumpkins, bonfires and the rest. A light-hearted night full of ghoulish fun – or have we ‘spook’ too soon??

K855 The American Spirit in the English Garden with Jean Stone

Friday 28 October 2016 The story of the first influx of American plant species and an important collection of

gardens influenced and/or created by Americans, from the Washingtons, the Dollar Princesses to Pocahontas, reflecting social history and often overlooked links between Britain and the United States of America.

K851 ‘Just Like a Kid in a Sweet Shop’ with Kevin Varty

Friday 18 November 2016 In this talk, Kevin celebrates the 5th February 1953, the day that sweets came off rationing and the events that happened as a result. This talk follows on from ‘Sweet Memories’ and looks at the rise and fall of our favourite shops and sweets. Samples will be available but please don’t spoil your appetite.

K864 Don’t Dilly Dally – A History of the Old Time Music Hall with Tricia Thompson

Friday 25 November 2016 Come and have some fun with this tantalising, titillating and tumultuous talk on the music and history of the Music Hall. Join in with all your favourite songs and find out a bit about the stars who sang them.


Friday 16 December 2016 Meet Mrs Brown as she prepares for Christmas in a time of rationing and shortages. A glimpse of life on the Home Front as housewives tried to make Christmas fun for their family despite rationing and shortages. You might even pick up a few tips – it’s amazing what you can do with a potato!

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.

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Illustrated with film clips (with music), and contemporary photographs, cartoons and paintings.

K861 Funny Ladies – Victoria Wood and Julie Walters with Tricia Thompson

Friday 3 March 2017The superb writing of Victoria Wood and the fabulous acting of Julie Walters have produced some of the funniest moments of comedy ever. Come and celebrate the life and works of Victoria Wood and her partner Julie Walters in this talk showcasing two fantastic comediennes – and don’t forget your Woman’s Weekly.


Friday 3 March 2017 – Talk 2pm – Afternoon Tea 3pmThe superb writing of Victoria Wood and the fabulous acting of Julie Walters have produced some of the funniest moments of comedy ever. Come and celebrate the life and works of Victoria Wood and her partner Julie Walters in this talk showcasing two fantastic comediennes – and don’t forget your Woman’s Weekly.

K859 Illusions at Lunchtime – A Magic Show with Steve Dimmer

Friday 24 March 2017 A 45-minute magic show featuring illusions, mind reading, sleight of hand and general merriment. Professional magician STEVE DIMMER will astound you with effects that will perplex but more importantly entertain with his trademark breezy and accessible style.

K859 Joseph Paxton with Letta Jones

Friday 31 March 2017 Paxton was a pioneering head gardener at Chatsworth, creator of the Crystal Palace, parks designer and horticultural journalist who helped to raise the status of gardeners and educate them. In this illustrated lecture, Letta will explore his life and times, exploring his work, projects and their legacy today.

K856 It’s Behind You! A History of Pantomime with Trudy Hillier

Saturday 17 December 2016 Pantomime – men dressed as women and women as men, fairy godmothers and pantomime horses in the familiar stories of good versus evil, rags to riches, unrequited love and happy endings. Where do these traditions come from – come and find out. Oh yes you will!!

K857 Angels From the Realms of Glory – The History of the Christmas Carol with Tricia Thompson

Sunday 18 December 2016 Join us for an aperitif prior to Christmas lunch – Lunch at 1pm – £31.00A festive treat of carols. This talk will look at the history of some of our favourite carols which we will then sing and will be followed by a delicious Knuston Christmas lunch – a great way to get in the mood for the Festive season.

K850 “George: don’t do that”: The Career of Joyce Grenfell with Peter Kendrick

Friday 13 January 2017 Hear how Joyce Grenfell (1910-1979) became an entertainer almost by accident… leading to a career on stage, radio, TV and film. See on the big screen a selection of her songs, monologues, sketches and film clips – hilarious!

K858 There is Nothing Like a Dame – a Playing Pantomime (Oh, no it isn’t!) with Ian Russell Lowell

Friday 3 February 2017 A light-hearted look at principal boys and dames (Oh, no, they aren’t!) in pantomimes. Laughing with Harlequin and Columbine, the Marx Brothers and the ‘Carry On’ films on the way, while we slap a long shapely high booted leg and adjust our décolletage (Les Dawson style).

K865 Kicks and Frills: the Story of the French Cancan with David Price

Friday 24 February 2017 The story of how the Cancan developed from a ballroom dance for couples on a dance floor to a spectacular stage entertainment.

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K909 A Day of Japanese Embroidery

Friday 10 February 2017 Tutor: Janet Cronin One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*This course is suitable for both experienced and those new to the subject. New students can either embroider a small motif using traditional threads and fabric, 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 project. All students will be taught individually and will work at their own pace. See course K520 below. *There will be a supplement of £20 for this course if kits are required.


Weekend: 10–12 February 2017Tutor: Janet Cronin Standard Weekend Price: See above*This course has the same details as K909 above *There will be a supplement of £20 for this course if kits are required.

K916 Woodcarving Day

Friday 10 February 2017 Tutor: Peter Schwartz One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*This practical day of woodcarving is open to all, and there is the option of continuing your creativity throughout the weekend – see course K544 below. Beginners will be introduced to wood, tools and techniques by carving a simple relief design. For experienced students, it’s an opportunity to develop your expertise with individual guidance from the tutor on your chosen project. An abundance of prepared patterns and reference literature offer inspiration for project ideas. *There is a supplement of £5 for this course payable to the tutor.

K544 Woodcarving Weekend

Weekend: 10–12 February 2017Tutor: Peter Schwartz Standard Weekend Price: See above*

Open to all, this weekend workshop presents the option of continuing from the woodcarving day course (K916 above) allowing more time to enjoy this captivating craft. Beginners start with a simple relief carving to learn some basic skills, progressing to a more advanced project of their choice. If you are an experienced carver, come along to try something new or work on an unfinished project in the company of like-mined people. Individual tuition by demonstration and guidance allows participants to relax and progress at their own pace. *There is a supplement of £5 for this course payable to the tutor.

K573 Bookbinding and Restoration

Weekend: 10–12 February 2017Tutor: Doug Mitchell 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. 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.

K539 Fun with French

Weekend: 10–12 February 2017Tutor: Monique Meager Standard Weekend Price: See aboveVenez vous plonger dans un bain de français! We will discuss Antoine Laurain’s book, attempt to solve any language problems you might have and you will be able to present an article to the group. Above all, we shall have fun speaking French, all weekend.

K806 The Darling Mr Dahl with Steve Dimmer

Thursday 16 February 2017


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K914 Patchwork Projects

Friday 17 February 2017Tutor: Helen Coverley One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Creative Sewing with Patchwork and Quilting can be addictive, you have been warned!Projects include bags, quilts, jelly roll quilts, sewing accessories and new to this course, sewing with Oilcoth. The projects are suitable for all skill levels. If you would like help with a project you have started or would like to start, please bring it along. This course is continued into the weekend. See course K538 below.

K538 Patchwork Projects

Weekend: 17–19 February 2017Tutor: Helen Coverley Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details as K914 above.

K928 Painterly Polymer Clay Beads

Friday 17 February 2017Tutor: Sally Boehme One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*If you’ve never tried polymer clay, come along for a day of fun creating beads of all shapes and sizes, each with a different painterly effect finish! We will explore the surface decoration effects of alcohol inks, painted onto clay before it is formed into lots of lovely beads and cured in a domestic oven.See course K567 below.*All materials can be purchased on the day from the tutor.

K567 Screen Printing, Stencilling and Stamping on Polymer Clay

Weekend: 17–19 February 2017Tutor: Sally Boehme Standard Weekend Price: See above*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. See course K928 above. *All materials can be purchased from the tutor during the course.

K572 Four Artists, Four Centuries: Piero della Francesca, Durer, Vermeer, Degas

Weekend: 17–19 February 2017Tutor: Alan Caine Standard Weekend Price: See aboveFour artists and four centuries: each artist makes a profound mark on European art and we will look, with some care, at a variety of their works, including drawings and paintings. Why does the impact of their work still matter? How do their countries of origin and the century in which they lived feed, into their work?

K707 Saxophone Week

Sun – Fri: 19–24 February 2017Tutors: Debbie Scherer, Sarah Jobson and Guest tutorShared bedroom occupancy: £544.00Single bedroom occupancy: £612.00Non-resident: £417.00This popular course provides saxophonists with the opportunity to play in ensembles of various sizes. There will be full saxophone choirs (sopranino down to bass) as well as quartets and other smaller groupings. Established quartets are welcome to attend and will receive some specific tuition as well as having the opportunity to participate in larger ensembles. Groups are changed every session and players will be matched with those of similar ability. The vast library provides a comprehensive range of original works as well as transcriptions and arrangements.

K305 Goldwork Embroidery

Wed – Fri: 22–24 February 2017Tutor: Hazel EverettStandard Weekend Price: See above

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Goldwork 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 insects, dragons, floral 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. See course K515 below.

K515 Silk Shading Embroidery with Goldwork

Weekend: 24–26 February 2017Tutor: Hazel Everett Standard Weekend Price: See aboveSilk shading is also referred to as painting with the needle. It creates beautiful naturalistic effects, especially when depicting flowers, where 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. See course K305 above.

K865 Kicks and Frills: the Story of the French Cancan with David Price

Friday 24 February 2017

K570 From Les Misérables to the Belle Epoque: France in the 19th Century

Weekend: 24–26 February 2017Tutor: David Price Standard Weekend Price: See above*This course covers the social history of France from the end of the Napoleonic era through to the beginning of the First World War. We will look at the various revolutions and rebellions and their causes, the re-design of the city of Paris under Baron Haussmann, the peasantry and language diversity, the Parisian Courtesans, the arts and

entertainment, including the Cancan, the Dreyfus Affair, and women’s education and emancipation.

K917 Starburst Necklace – A Bead Woven Design

Friday 24 February 2017 Tutor: Stephanie Burnham One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*Starburst Necklace is a stunning design which uses a selection of Czech bead shapes. It is made up of two elements that are then joined together to form this piece.This is a lovely relaxed day along with some great beading! See course K545 below.*All materials can be purchased on the day from the tutor.

K545 The Changing Shape of Czech Beads – A Bead Weaving Adventure!

Weekend: 24–26 February 2017Tutor: Stephanie Burnham Standard Weekend Price: See above*Over the past few years there has been an explosion of new Czech shaped beads onto the market. The finishes on them are stunning! This weekend is all about how to use them, design with them and incorporate them into four brand new patterns especially designed by Stephanie for this weekend.No previous experience in bead weaving is necessary but of course, all levels are welcome. See course K917 above.*All materials are available to purchase from the tutor.

K540 Circle Dancing – On Wings of Song

Weekend: 24–26 February 2017Tutor: Judy Harvey Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThe course will provide participants with an understanding of circle dance and an experience of dancing in a contained and supportive group. Over the weekend we will look at the differing rhythms and energies of dance while working with traditional and choreographed dances, reflecting the joys of life. The dances are drawn from


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many countries and cultures and the course will culminate in a ceremonial celebration on the final afternoon.

K809 The Kemble Sisters and Their Link to Knuston Hall with Tricia Thompson

Thursday 2 March 2017


Friday 3 March 2017

K862 Funny Ladies – Victoria Wood and Julie Walters with Afternoon Tea – Talk by Tricia Thompson

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K537 The Amarna Letters

Weekend: 3–5 March 2017Tutor: Ray Aspden Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThe 14th century BC clay tablet correspondence found at Egyptian Amarna is fascinating, but also frustrating because the letters are individually undated. This course will propose a narrative by integrating the letters with contemporary documents from the Syrian Palaces of Ugarit and Qatna, as well as the archives of the Imperial Hittites. Published accounts are seriously at odds about the date and nature of the political transition from Akhenaten to Tutankhamun and we will review the options.

K547 Weekend for String Players

Weekend: 3–5 March 2017Tutor: Christopher Wellington and Frances Mason Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis well-established and popular course offers a weekend of stimulating music making for string players. The main sessions are devoted to playing as a string orchestra. Over the years a remarkably

wide-ranging repertoire has been explored; the 2017 programme will include:HANDEL – Concerto Grosso op6, no1 MENDELSSOHN – String Symphony no10ARENSKY – Variations on a theme of TchaikovskySIBELIUS – RakastavaALWYN – Pastoral Fantasia for Viola and Strings

K930 Take Care of Yourself

Saturday 4 March 2017Tutor: Liz WilliamsOne day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62*You probably have said this often to other people but do you ever apply it to yourself? If you need to unwind, are a busy bee, live alone or feel lonely, or have ongoing care responsibilities, then come for a pamper day at Knuston. There will be relaxation, massage, ‘Touch for Health’ quick fixes and general TLC for your mind and body.

K709 Beading and Gold Embroidery on Canvas

Sun – Wed: 5–8 March 2017Tutor: Ann MockfordShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00Simple beading and a minimum of gold thread on double canvas. If this does not tempt you… Anyone who has some unfinished symphonies in beading or gold work, from my previous classes, please bring them along to finish!


Sun – Wed: 5–8 March 2017Tutor: Pauline LowethShared bedroom occupancy: £346.00Single bedroom occupancy: £397.00Non-resident: £265.00This course is suitable not only for those who already have a basic to advanced knowledge of parchment craft, but for beginners as well. Participants will be able to choose from a selection of patterns of pictures to frame. However, these patterns can be easily adapted to create greetings cards etc. Apart from traditional parchment craft




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designs there will be a selection of designs exploring a completely different approach to the craft. These are suitable for complete beginners as well as the advanced, dedicated parchment crafter. See course K304 & K514 below.


Wed – Fri: 8–10 March 2017Tutor: Pauline Loweth Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This course has the same details as K701 above.


Weekend: 10–12 March 2017Tutor: Pauline LowethStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details as K701 & K304 above.

K102 Making Embroidered Books ‘Just One Sheet’

Mon – Fri: 6–10 March 2017Tutor: Francis Pickering Shared bedroom occupancy: £468.00Single bedroom occupancy: £536.00Non-resident: £359.00This course gives a unique opportunity to create a small book and start to fill it. Using just one sheet of fabric for the cover and the pages, Use: Gesso and some fabric paint, then finished with machine or hand stitch. It would be a good idea to bring with you, as a starting point, some items of inspiration of your own choice: letters, photographs, scraps of fabric, interesting poetry or prose, books, your own drawings, etc. Themes could include: the beach, a favourite walk or place, travel, flowers, the garden, architecture, etc.

K924 Dovecotes in Watercolour

Tuesday 7 March 2017 Tutor: Di Lorriman One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This is a watercolour project based on the simple shape of a white dovecote against flowers or trees.

You will have the chance to mix lots of different greens and make a note of the mixes, you will apply your paint carefully so that you get hard and soft edges to describe the simple shape, by painting the background and leaving the structure as white paper. Get that maximum contrast in your painting. Add pigeons if you wish! See courses K925 & K926 below.

K925 Pen and Watercolour Wash – Texture

Wednesday 8 March 2017 Tutor: Di Lorriman One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62Come and experience how to depict differenttextures with pen marks and watercolour techniques, in my chosen picture. Some old wooden pails and a besom stand on the stone flags. A couple of other interesting things lean against the wall as well. Flat watercolour washes will be effective for the lime washed walls. It will be fun to use toning watercolour on a nib pen and draw some subtle detail in and Di will show this too. It you prefer to work on your own individual pen and wash project, with help and guidance, that’s fine. See courses K924 above & K926 below.

K926 Norfolk View in Watercolour

Thursday 9 March 2017 Tutor: Di Lorriman One day non-residential course9.15am – 4.45pm £62This is a watercolour project based on the striking sight of a Norfolk windmill seen clearly against the skyline. You will paint a simple sky and use the watercolour techniques of wet in wet and wet on dry, to show overgrown hedges, fields of grasses and a few close up foreground wild plants. You will be guided in how to structure and draw the sails effectively. See courses K924 & K925 above.


Wed – Fri: 8–10 March 2017Tutor: Alison WinnShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00*Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00*Non-resident: £204.00*

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Have you always wanted to make lace? Are you a beginner wishing to continue to develop your skills? Are you a lace maker who 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. See course K516 below. *Beginners kit available to purchase from the tutor at a cost of £30.00.


Weekend: 10–12 March 2017Tutor: Alison Winn Standard Weekend Price: See aboveFor course details see K307 above.

K918 Coloured Pencils – Basic Techniques

Friday 10 March 2017 Tutor: Peter Weatherill One 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. See course K548 below.

K548 Coloured Pencils – Landscapes Weekend

Weekend: 10–12 March 2017Tutor: Peter Weatherill Standard Weekend Price: See aboveWhilst 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. See course K918 above.

K566 Improving Your Ukulele Skills (Intermediate)

Weekend: 10–12 March 2017Tutor: Chris Gammon Standard Weekend Price: See aboveAimed at players who have a basic knowledge of the Ukulele (e.g. 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 have had great fun jamming with the other players! Students must bring their own Ukulele.

K104 Film History: Forgotten British Studios

Mon – Fri: 13–17 March 2017Tutor: Peter KendrickShared bedroom occupancy: £443.00Single bedroom occupancy: £511.00Non-resident: £340.00In 1939, 22 studios around London made feature films, but by 1960 two-thirds of these had made their last. Most were very small and lacked continuity of production, and now there are only half-a-dozen British studios. We shall trace the histories of ones formerly at Beaconsfield, Denham, Elstree, Wembley, Isleworth, Shepherds Bush, Islington, Teddington, Hammersmith, Welwyn and Walton, and be entertained by films they made.

K310 Fabric Covered Embroidered Boxes – Hand Embroidery

Wed – Fri: 15–17 March 2017Tutor: Pat Trott Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This course has the same details as K546 above.

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Wed – Fri: 15–17 March 2017Tutor: Pauline Cherrett Shared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00A range of subjects will be shown to include flower, bird, fruit, animal, fish or landscape, enabling strokes and skills to be learned and reinforced. Examples will be provided for use during the course, which will be taught in the traditional way of demonstration and practice. A video/presentation on Wednesday/Thursday evenings will allow the learning to continue in a more relaxed manner and to add to the understanding of a different culture. Please contact the tutor at least two weeks before the course for any special requests. See course K525 below.


Weekend: 17–19 March 2017Tutor: Pauline Cherrett Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details as K309 above.

K546 Fabric Covered Embroidered Boxes – Hand Embroidery

Weekend: 17–19 March 2017Tutor: Pat Trott Standard Weekend Price: See aboveCome and learn the craft of making a box from card and fabric. Your box could be a Des Res where you could build your own fantasy dwelling, where housework never has to be done and the garden never needs weeding! Sounds too good to be true? – well, it can easily be achieved if you build your house from card and embroidered fabric. You will design, embroider and construct a box which could be used for anything from a jewellery box, a bit box, to a house or a Tardis. Traditional box making methods will be used. See course K310 below.

K523 Beadazzled: A Weekend of Beadwork Jewellery

Weekend: 17–19 March 2017Tutor: Gillian Ashwell Standard Weekend Price: See above

This wonderfully creative and self-indulgent weekend will appeal to both the beginner and those who already have some experience. Create modern and stunningly individual designs and styles of jewellery for both everyday and special occasion wear in the colours of your choice, working with predominantly tiny seed beads and just needle and thread on designs of your choice selected from a huge range of samples. This is an opportunity to use and explore at your own pace some of the many techniques of bead threading and weaving.

K549 Speed Tailoring

Weekend: 17–19 March 2017Tutor: Jeanine Hickman Standard Weekend Price: See aboveA jacket is a key garment. We will learn to make a lined tailored jacket using the speed tailoring method with Vilene h410, one of the easiest methods to make a tailored jacket, with welt pockets, bound buttonholes, 2 piece sleeve, collar and revers to a high professional standard. The course will cover pattern adaptation, if required and a toile can be made before constructing the jacket to ensure a perfect fit. Students receive personal attention and we work in a friendly and convivial atmosphere.

K859 Illusions at Lunchtime – A Magic Show with Steve Dimmer

Friday 24 March 2017


Friday 24 March 2017Tutor: 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 course you could start a new project or work on/complete an ongoing one, learn a new ground, or how to redraft or design your next project. Geometric and floral techniques are included. Students benefit from individual tuition and group


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demonstrations. Please contact the tutor prior to the course with details of your intended project. See course K528 below.


Weekend: 24–26 March 2017Tutor: Jackie Poulter Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details as K911 above.

K550 French (Building up your Confidence)

Weekend: 24–26 March 2017Tutor: Monique Meager Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis is a post GCSE Intermediate course: if you have learnt how to use the main tenses but still need the confidence to launch into a meaningful conversation, this is the course for you. Bring your language problems and we will try and solve them! We shall read some texts, play games, have discussions and you will learn how to boost your confidence. The emphasis will be on oral activities in a fun, unthreatening atmosphere.

K565 Drawing with a Sewing Machine Needle

Weekend: 24–26 March 2017Tutor: Richard Box Standard Weekend Price: See aboveDo 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 this course by following 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 practising, even a little, beforehand, so that you are confident with it and excited about its amazing possibilities.

K702 Stumpwork

Sun – Wed: 26–29 March 2017Tutor: Kay DennisShared bedroom occupancy: £397.00Single bedroom occupancy: £346.00Non-resident: £265.00Stumpwork is a 17th century form of embroidery which traditionally is small and intricate. What makes stumpwork unique, is the padding and raising of embroidery and needlelace to give elements a 3D appearance. The weekend is designed to introduce learners to this delightful style of embroidery and to encourage those with more experience to extend their knowledge. Beginners can select a pattern from the tutors collection and those with more experience can bring a design of their choice. See course K306 below.

K306 Stumpwork

Wed – Fri: 29–31 March 2017Tutor: Kay DennisShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00This course has the same details as K702 above.

K105 The Georgians

Mon – Wed: 27–29 March 2017 Tutor: Wayne BennettShared bedroom occupancy £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00The 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 course will explore a myriad of themes that will paint a vivid picture of this most exciting and controversial of epochs. All-comers welcome.

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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.March–April 2017

K323 The Life and Times of Handel

Wed – Fri: 29–31 March 2017Tutor: 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.

K313 Victorian Gardening

Wed – Fri: 29–31 March 2017Tutor: Letta JonesShared bedroom occupancy: £266.00Single bedroom occupancy: £299.00Non-resident: £204.00 Exotic new plants, fabulous trees, terrific glasshouses, burgeoning nurseries, creative parks and gardens, the Victorian age was a horticultural delight. We will explore how and why the landscape garden of the 18th century was rejected in this age of eclectic garden designs. The contribution of the Horticultural Society (later Royal), Gertrude Jekyll E.H.’Chinese’ Wilson and other plant hunters will also be assessed. Illustrated talks, plant identification, group discussions, question and answer and a walk in the grounds of Knuston Hall included.

K860 Joseph Paxton with Letta Jones

Friday 31 March 2017

L521 Recorder Weekend

Weekend: 31 March – 2 April 2017Tutors: Polyphonica Trio Standard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course is a must for all recorder lovers!There will be the opportunity to work in ensembles of various sizes and also to further develop technique. There will also be the option to take individual coaching with a member of Polyphonica and hear them perform a recital on Saturday afternoon. Unfortunately this course is not for complete beginners and participants are encouraged to bring recorders of different sizes.

L517 Patchwork Retreat

Weekend: 31 March – 2 April 2017Tutor: Penny MackenzieStandard Weekend Price: See aboveCome to Knuston and create your own Patchwork! Whether you already know what to do or whether you need to start from scratch it does not matter I can get you going. You will go home with knowledge and enthusiasm to carry on sewing! See courses L517 & L202 below.


Sun – Tues: 2–4 April 2017 Tutor: Penny MackenzieStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details L517 above.


Tues – Thurs: 4–6 April 2017Tutor: Penny MackenzieStandard Weekend Price: See aboveThis course has the same details L517 above.


Dinner Talks and Events at Knuston Hall

With Dinner, 6.30pm for 7pm £23.95. See p24–25.

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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. Forthcoming Courses

4 April 2017

Mosaics Day Priscilla Wheater

5–7 April 2017

Mosaics Priscilla Wheater

7–9 April 2017

Canal Art Tim Whitelock

Botanical IllustrationYvonne Glenister Hammond

Journey into Spring Nicholas Hammond

8 April 2017

Ukulele Jam Chris Gammon

10 and 11 April 2017

Canal Art Day Tim Whitelock

15–18 April 2017

Early MusicPeter Syrus, Alison Crum and Roy Marks

18–21 April 2017

Saxophone Extend Your Skills

Debbie Scherer and Sarah Jobson

21 April 2017

Bedfordshire Lace Denise Vickery

Woodcarving Peter Schwartz

21–23 April 2017

Saxophone Extend Your Skills

Debbie Scherer and Sarah Jobson

Woodcarving Peter Schwartz


28–30 April 2017

Silver Jewellery Stephen O’Keeffe

Weaving and Spinning Pam Austin

3–5 May 2017

Coloured Pencils Jonathan Newey

5–7 May 2017

Embroidery Pat Trott

Film History: Jacques Tati

Peter Kendrick


12 May 2017

Beaded Jewellery Stephanie Burnham

12–14 May 2017


French Advanced Monique Meager

Pottery Carol Jacobs

17–19 May 2017

Goldwork Hazel Everett

18–21 May 2017

Sewing Machine Know How

Kathie Selwood

19 May 2017

Pastel Pencils Peter Weatherill

19–21 May 2017


Accordion Jazz Bert Santilly

Pastel Pencils Peter Weatherill

24–26 May 2017

European Lace Patricia Bury

26–28 May 2017


German Language Monika Lind

30 May – 2 June 2017

Beads Gillian Ashwell

2–4 June 2017

Patchwork Helen Coverley

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7–9 June 2017

Japanese Embroidery Janet Cronin

Bobbin Lace Alison Winn

9–11 June 2017



Special Clothes Jeanine Hickman

Jazz Improvisation Pete Moss

12–14 June 2017

Polymer Beads Sally Boehme

16–18 June 2017

Banjo, Mandolin and Guitar Weekend

tbc

18–21 June 2017

Parchment Pauline Loweth

21–23 June 2017



23–25 June 2017



Yoga Heather Mackness

Art TBC Richard Box

28–30 June 2017

Wood Carving Peter Schwartz

30 June – 2 July 2017


German Monika Lind

Brush Strokes of History David Price

3–5 July 2017



4 July 2017

Mixed Media Art Di Lorriman

Forthcoming Courses

5–7 July 2017



Watercolour Di Lorriman

10–12 and 12–14 July 2017

Impressionism Richard Allen

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

30 July – 2 August and 2–4 August 2017


4–6 and 6–11 August 2017

Saxophone Summer School

Sarah Jobson, Debbie Scherer, Sarah Markham

11–13 August 2017


Clothes Making Jeanine Hickman

Chinese Brush Painting Pauline Cherrett

13–16 and 16–18 August 2017


Clothes Making Jeanine Hickman


18–20 August 2017

Pottery Carol Jacobs

20–23, 23–25 and 25–27 August 2017


Botanical Illustration Kate Nuttall

21–23 and 23–25 August 2017


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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

29 and 30 August 2017


1–3 September 2017

German Advanced Monika Lind

4–6 and 6–8 September 2017

Beyond Impressionism Richard Allen

6 September 2017

Goldwork Day Hazel Everett



Mountmellick Pat Trott



Mountmellick Pat Trott

Cartoons Di Lorriman


Sewing Machine Know How

Kathie Selwood



22 September 2017

Mosaics Day Priscilla Wheater

Coloured Pencils Peter Weatherill


Patchwork Penny MacKenzie


Coloured Pencils Peter Weatherill

Drawing for the Terrified Richard Box


Patchwork Penny MacKenzie


Trees Letta Jones

29 September 2017

Bucks Lace Jackie Poulter

29 September – 1 October 2017

Bucks Lace Jackie Poulter

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


Trousers that Fit Jeanine Hickman

18–20 and 20–22 October 2017


27–29 October 2017

Stumpwork Kay Dennis

29 October – 1 November 2017


3 November 2017



3–5 November 2017



Pen and Watercolour Wash

Di Lorriman

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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.Forthcoming Courses

6–10 November 2017

Film History Techni- Color

Peter Kendrick

10 November 2017




17 September 2017












24 November 2017




WindbandPaul Egan, John Greaves, Philip Burditt

29 November – 1 December 2017


1–3 December 2017


Temari Balls Pat Trott

26–28 January 2018


7–9 and 9–11 February 2018


23 February 2018


23–25 February 2018


6–8 and 8–11 April 2018


16–18 and 18–20 May 2018


1–3 June 2018

Accordion Jazz Bert Santilly

6–8 and 8–10 June 2018


22–24 June 2018


15–20 July 2018

Embroidery Summer School

Hazel Everett, Kay Dennis, Pat Trott



5 October 2018


5–7 and 7–9 October 2018


19–21 October 2018


2–4 and 4–7 November 2018


14–16 and 16–18 November 2018


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Ashwell, Gillian (pages 5, 34)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 (pages 21, 31)Ray runs regular U3A classes in Droitwich and Worcester, in which he packages the intricacies of the Ancient World into well illustrated presentations for non-specialist audiences. The Knuston sessions are the cream from that crop.

Austin, Pam (page 8)Pam Austin is a gifted and inspirational tutor. A spinner/weaver since 1985 and never happier than when sharing her passion for spinning and weaving with others. As Spinning School she loans out and supplies new and used wheels, looms and equipment from Ashford and Golden Fleece Carders and a range of natural and dyed fleece, fibres and yarn.

Baker, David (page 11)With a PhD 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 (pages 35, 36)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 (page 9)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 writes 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 8, 29)Sally has been playing with polymer clay for over 20 years and teaching polymer clay and beading techniques for seven 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 35)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.

Burditt, Phillip (page 15)Philip conducts and plays in a variety of wind groups for which he composes and arranges music. He produces recordings of live concerts and plays in a rock band.

Burnham, Stephanie (pages 8, 9, 30)Stephanie has been designing bead work for the past 20 years. She has written six books, guest presented on several craft channels, taught extensively in the UK and in 2006 was invited to teach in 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.

Bury, Patricia (page 10)Patricia has been teaching bobbin lace making for almost 40 years, specialising 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 29)Alan is a teacher and an artist. For 30 years he was responsible for the art programme in Leicester University’s adult education department and one of the founders of the Attenborough Arts Centre.

Cherrett, Pauline (pages 7, 34)Pauline is a longstanding 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 several years as editor of the Society’s newsletter.

Coverley, Helen (pages 16, 29)Helen has been teaching patchwork and quilting and other related subjects for the past 25 years and is always coming up with new projects for you to try here at Knuston and all over the country.

Cronin, Janet (pages 6, 28)Janet has been embroidering all her life and started learning Japanese embroidery 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.

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Davies, Bob (page 12)Bob has lectured on the history of travel writing for over 20 years. He currently lives in Derbyshire and France where he pursues his interests of reading, climbing, walking and canoeing.

Dennis, Kay (pages 11, 35)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 30 years. Kay combines teaching for groups around the country, together with creating her own distinctive embroideries and working on commissions.

Egan, Paul (page 15)Paul is an experienced Wind Band Director and course leader.

Everett, Hazel (pages 15, 29, 30)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 16, 17)Rachel first visited Moscow in the 70s as a student. She has taught Russian language and culture in schools, colleges, universities and prisons. Over the past 10 years she has spent time and worked frequently in Russia, sometimes as a cross-cultural specialist, and is passionate about everything to do with Russian life and culture.

Gammon, Chris (pages 10, 22, 33)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 4)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.

Greaves, John (page 15)John took his wind orchestra to a gold award five years in succession at the National Concert Band Festival and to outstanding awards at the National Festival of Music for Youth. He is a previous conductor of the National Youth Wind Orchestra of Wales and is in high demand for summer residencies nationwide.

Gugliotta, Kay (pages 20, 22)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.

Harvey, Judy (page 30)Judy studied ballet as a child until injury forced her to retire. After serious illness, she re-found dance through circle dance, dancing for 21 years. Since doing training she has taught regular groups, day and weekend workshops. She also takes dance into the hospice and other healing environments.

Hickman, Jeanine (pages 6, 34)Jeanine is a qualified adult tutor and she has a background of couture work from Paris.

Hillier, Trudy (pages 4, 17)Trudy studied Theatre Studies at the University of Warwick and has worked as a theatre studies tutor since 2001. She also teaches at Dillington College in Somerset and is a speaker for the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Hollo, Kaarina (page 15)Dr. Hollo holds a doctorate in Celtic languages and literatures from Harvard University and has over 25 years of experience of teaching Irish to university students and adult learners alike. She is a lecturer in Irish at the University of Sheffield.

Holmes, Gianfranco (page 7)Gianfranco is a native speaker, an experienced language teacher of over five decades, particularly of mixed-ability and adult groups. In addition, he was a national examiner (NEAB and OCR), with a leaning towards both schools of learning: ‘grammar’ and ‘informal’; also possessing a supposedly inexhaustible fund of Italian detail and trivia.

Houlston Eaves, Julie (page 14)Julie loves to create things and scrapbooking in particular is a passion. She has been teaching scrapbooking for over 10 years and still enjoys every class. Her aim is to create a friendly atmosphere for pupils of all abilities to enjoy this wonderful hobby.

Howarth, Henry (page 21)Henry is an accomplished, qualified teacher who has a lifelong interest in crosswords and has published puzzles in magazines. Henry is the

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author of ‘Learn How to Solve Cryptic Crosswords: A course for Beginners.’

Jackman, Jeremy (page 21)Once a member of The King’s Singers, Jeremy is now an internationally renowned conductor and choral director. Participants on this course will be tapping into his vast experience of directing workshops worldwide. Expect a relaxed style, a purposeful attitude, and a great deal of humour!

Jacobs, Carol (page 23)Carol has a BA (Hons) in Three Dimensional Design (Ceramics) and an MA in Ceramic Design. She has 30 years’ experience of teaching 2D and 3D art and design subjects specialising in ceramics working in educational, recreational, therapeutic and rehabilitation contexts.

Jobson, Sarah (page 7)Sarah is a highly experienced performer and qualified teacher. She has enjoyed playing music all her life both as an amateur and professional. She understands the needs of the dedicated enthusiast and enjoys helping others to share her passion for music.

Jobson, Sarah/Scherer, Debbie (pages 9, 13, 29)Both Debbie and Sarah are accomplished teachers and performers. Both are able to play woodwind and brass instruments and love to share their passion for music with others. They specialise in teaching adults and will structure learning to suit the individual.

Johnson, Andy (page 15)Andy is a highly qualified brass specialist, experienced music teacher and windband conductor.

Jones, Letta (page 36)Letta is a lecturer in horticulture and garden history, who taught at Birkbeck College for 15 years. She has a special interest in Victorian gardening and is a Green Flag Parks Judge. She leads her own garden study tours, with one to the Gardens of the Loire Valley planned for Sept 2017. All welcome. www.lettajones.co.uk

Le Count, Ingrid (pages 12, 13)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.

Lorriman, Di (pages 10, 32)As a qualified primary and art teacher Di enjoys running successful watercolour classes and workshops, which cater for both adults and children.

Kendrick, Peter (pages 11, 20, 33)Peter is entering his eleventh year teaching film history at Knuston. An experienced tutor, he is proud that many participants return repeatedly to learn different aspects of this subject which he has studied for over half a century. Also, as a film-maker, he has won top awards in international competitions.

Korejko, Jonathan (page 4)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.

Lowell, Ian Russell (page 22)Ian was given his own library of books at an early age — ranging from science fiction to popular novels — and stories have been both a great escape and a subject of study for the decades since then. He shares his love of the heroines and heroes of legend, tale and epic regularly.

Loweth, Pauline (pages 4, 5, 31, 32)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.

Mackness, Heather (page 22)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 eight years, where she did much of her training in general and remedial yoga. Heather is currently teaching nine classes a week and running seven retreats a year.

MacKenzie, Penny (pages 4, 36)Penny has been teaching crafts for 25 years, specialising in patchwork, Christmas crafts and fabric box making.

MacPherson, Jennifer (page 13)Jennifer began making lace in 1979 and has taught the craft for over 30 years. I gained both parts 1 & 2 City & Guilds and was awarded the silver medal for my part 2 work (the highest award for the course). I specialise in Milanese lace and lace jewellery.

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Mason, Frances and Wellington, Christopher (page 31)Christopher and Frances have worked together for many years, notably as viola and leader of the Rasumovsky Quartet. Experienced both as soloists and teachers, they lead this weekend in a committed and enthusiastic fashion.

Meager, Monique (pages 13, 28, 35)Monique has dual nationality and is fully bilingual. She graduated from the Sorbonne and now specialises in teaching French to adults. This will be her 80th course at Knuston!

Mitchell, Doug (page 28)A conservator/binder for over 40 years. He 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 31)Ann has taught embroidery and beading in adult education for over 30 years. Her teaching has taken her all over the UK as well as USA, Japan and Spain. She is an avid collector of textiles, needlework tools, bags, purses and beadwork.

Newey, Jonathan (pages 14, 15)Jonathan 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 (page 20)Kate is a member of the Society of Botanical Artists and exhibits annually at the Society’s Open Exhibition in

London. She has three paintings in the collection of the Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation at the Carnegie Mellon University in the United States. Kate runs regular botanical watercolour painting courses in her local area as well as at Knuston Hall.

O’Keeffe, Stephen (page 5)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 (page 5)Nancy HFCLAS, has an MA Arts degree and has taught since 1969 at various courses including International Calligraphy Conferences in UK, USA, Belgium and Germany. Approved tutor of Society of Scribes & Illuminators (SSI) and Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society (CLAS). Her work commissioned by the Crafts Council and Fritzwilliam Museum. Written book: Easel-does-it: Calligraphy.

Pickering, Frances (page 32)Frances is a textile artist, embroiderer and bookmaker. She makes hand made 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’.

Polyphonica Recorder Trio (page 36)Polyphonica Recorder Trio was formed in 2006. The Trio is committed to historically informed performance as well as advancing the recorder as a modern instrument though collaboration with composers. Polyphonica are in demand throughout the UK and in Europe as performers and tutors.

Poulter, Jackie (pages 6, 8, 34, 35)I have been teaching bobbin lace for more than 30 years. I had the benefit of learning Bucks Point lace from Vi Bullard here at Knuston, and have completed City & Guilds Lacemaking. I also have a wide knowledge of many other types of bobbin lace, as well as a good working knowledge of design.

Pout, Joanna (page 14)Joanna has been working in arts and crafts for many years and enjoys passing her knowledge on to enthusiastic students! She likes to work in needle and thread, while incorporating her art skills into drawing, colour and design. She holds City and Guilds certificates in a variety of embroidery/textile disciplines and in teaching.

Price, David (page 30)David is a graduate in Modern European Studies and has an MA in Soviet History and Politics. He is also the author of a book on the history of the Cancan and regularly gives talks on this subject and others. In 2008, he was interviewed about the Cancan on the BBC’s Woman’s Hour. He aims to bring history to life by concentrating on social issues rather than high politics.

Scherer, Debbie (page 6)Debbie trained in America where she studied clarinet at Rowan University with Dr. Benjamin C. Christy. She also attended Leeds College of Music where she achieved a Masters Degree in Music Performance. Debbie has extensive experience both as a performer and a teacher. She loves all music and enjoys sharing this passion with others.

Scherer, Debbie/Jobson, Sarah (pages 9, 13, 29)Both Debbie and Sarah are accomplished teachers and

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performers. Both are able to play woodwind and brass instruments and love to share their passion for music with others. They specialise in teaching adults and will structure learning to suit the individual.

Schwartz, Peter (pages 16, 28)Peter is a professional woodcarver, with his ‘Woodpecker Studio’ located on the Knuston Hall site. See www.woodpeckerstudios.co.uk. He is an experienced adult education tutor with an enthusiasm for sharing his knowledge and expertise in this traditional craft.

Stillwell, Alex (page 12)Alex holds a Teacher’s Certificate, has been lacemaking for over 50 years and written eight books on lacemaking. Her lace has been on exhibition in 8 countries and she has taught at lace conventions in USA and Australia.

Stone, Vanessa (page 12)Vanessa 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 12)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.

Thomas, Ruth (page 20)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 gives talks, presentations and workshops on the subject of Egyptology.

Toms, Geoffrey (page 21)Geoffrey has a lifetime of experience in lecturing in classical archaeology. Formerly Head of Education at the Museum of London for 20 years, he has become a full-time freelance lecturer and study-tour leader in the history and archaeology of the Eastern Mediterranean

Trott, Pat (pages 5, 15, 22, 33)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.

Vickery, Denise (pages 13, 23)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.

Weatherill, Peter (pages 10, 33)Peter has been teaching pencil courses at Knuston for 10 years and this popular weekend course enables students with some knowledge of the basics of coloured pencil techniques, work to complete a picture. Landscapes are not compulsory,

though these types of subject are what the tutor specialises in.

Wellington, Christopher and Mason, Frances (page 37)Christopher and Frances have worked together for many years, notably as viola and leader of the Rasumovsky Quartet. Experienced both as soloists and teachers, they lead this weekend in a committed and enthusiastic fashion.

Wheater, Priscilla (page 11)As a creative design teacher, specialising in mixed media. Priscilla taught adults and children before working as a consultant in the craft industry. Her return to her first love of teaching mosaics and creative crafts gives her so many opportunities to introduce various art forms to students.

Whitelock, Tim (page 9)Tim is a member of the Waterways Craft Guild, Guild of Essex Craftsmen and holds the London Certificate in Art & Design. His interest in Folk Art stems from an interest in canals and goes back over 40 years. Tim has been a design and technology teacher for over 30 years, having been trained as a furniture designer/cabinet maker.

Williams, Liz (page 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.

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Williamson, Julian (page 23)For some 40 years Julian has led a dual career as conductor and lecturer. As conductor he has given concerts at major halls at home and abroad and as a lecturer he has led courses on a wide variety of musical subjects in establishments all over the country.

Winn, Alison (pages 9, 14, 21, 32, 33)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 pace while they develop lace-making skills. I design my own patterns for new lace-makers. I hold C&G lace-making and teachers certificates.

Conference Facilities at Knuston Hall

l 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

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

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

Personal EquipmentIt 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 InformationPlease 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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