This week will develop students’ relationships with each other, themselves, and the world around them. Through a variety of challenges and activities they will discover what shaped the landscape, what lives there now and consider future scenarios.
Have you ever wanted to explore and learn the skills and techniques of abstract realism? Set in idyllic Constable countryside, this three-day course will encourage painters to explore landscape painting through acrylic, oil or mixed media in either the studio or ‘En Plein Air’. Read more Practical advice and…
A blog by Jo Roberts, an aspiring author, intuitive writing mentor, and book coach living in Cumbria. Jo has recently participated in our online…
Join us at Bishops Wood and learn the art of Spoon Carving. Learn the techniques and basic tools used for creating your very own spoon from a piece of greenwood. Read More This course is aimed at beginners to whittling. All tools and materials will be provided. Course numbers…
Learn how to create flamboyant florals with our expert artist Nicky Hunter.During this workshop you will create expressive paintings of florals bursting with light and colour. This is not a botanical painting course, we are aiming for loose and lively watercolours with a real wow factor! Nicky’s informative demos and…
This 2.5 day intermediate course explores the world of fungi, a kingdom abundant in diversity and pivotal to the health and functioning of ecosystems. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice, the course aims to equip learners with the skills necessary to identify fungi to genus…
This 2.5 day intermediate course explores the importance of broadleaf trees in our landscapes. Trees and woodlands face many threats from climate change, development, pollution, pests and diseases. Tree planting is also often a focus as one solution to the climate and biodiversity crises. This course focuses on…
Explore the world of spring blooms and blossom through the medium of watercolourDuring this one-day workshop you will create an expressive floral painting (or two) bursting with the lightness and joy of spring. Nicky’s informative demos and individual guidance through the wet into wet painting method will help you explore…
Join us for this fun weekend intended for non-music readers proving ‘Everyone can sing at Flatford.’During the weekend, we’ll explore together the sounds of nature and make music from them. We’ll sing music that reflects the many aspects of nature and the environment, using songs, rounds and chants from medieval…
This Geography Camp is for young people aged between 16 and 18 years old who are interested in learning more about geography.Our geography camp residential will give you the opportunity to discover new skills and increase your geographical knowledge surrounded by enthusiastic peers and led by experienced professionals.Are you considering studying…