With so many creative and practical courses on offer, we are sure that you will find what you are looking for here. All our courses are available for adults aged 19 and over.
Italian: Level 1/1+ – Language Intensive
The aim of the course is to develop communication skills in basic, practical situations for students who intend to use the Italian language on holiday or for work. It is also suitable for learners who wish to gain more confidence whilst communicating in everyday situations. The course takes place over four consecutive days to give an intensive language learning experience using a wide variety of learning strategies.
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Willow Sculpture: A Garden Obelisk
This course will introduce you to the techniques required to create your own Willow Sculpture: A Garden Obelisk. We will investigate historical and contemporary examples for inspiration and you will be able to create your own unique design. You will have an opportunity to explore a variety of approaches to using willow. Create your own unique Garden Obelisk to take home and use as a focal point and natural support for climbing plants such as Sweet Peas or Honeysuckle. Your Garden Obelisk will be suitable for use in your garden, terrace, balcony or conservatory.
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Book Folding and Sculpture
This short workshop will introduce you to a series of paper folding techniques that will allow you to fold an intricate flower and begin folding a sculptural design from an old book.
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Excel And Word For Home And Work Introduction
This course is an introduction course and aims to develop your working knowledge and confidence of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word, for use at home or in the workplace. The course is designed at an introductory level. By the end of the course you will be able to use Microsoft Excel to enter and format data, understand how to sort information, use Autosum, and format the print out. For Microsoft Word you will be able to use tools to format and create simple documents effectively; change page layout settings, create bulleted and numbered lists, use Smart Art and shapes to produce effective Word documents.
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The course will introduce learners to the essential skills and techniques of stone carving and enable them to develop their own unique piece of sculpture. (Access to the farm is restricted, please meet up at the entrance & we will enter as a group).
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Mosaics: Using Ceramic and Broken China
You will make a unique piece of art, using ceramic tiles and broken china and will learn how to use new tools and explore colour, shape and texture. You finished piece will combine different types of ceramic and china to form a colourful and beautiful design.
If you finish your piece early, there will be an opportunity to start a smaller piece (e.g. a coaster).
Home Baking: Cakes, Tarts, Scones, and Biscuits
This is a beginner’s course and will enable you to explore the fabulous world of home baking! We will be exploring simple baking techniques and you will learn how to produce a series of baked goods which can easily be produced at home. You will also learn how to adapt and change different recipes and also how to make them healthier. On this course you will learn how to make a variety of cakes, tarts, scones and biscuits.
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