The Impressionist Exhibitions
Join us for a relaxing residential stay in the stunning setting of Pennard House for a fascinating course, some delicious locally-sourced food and a truly home-from-home atmosphere. Our tutor, art historian Dr Jan Cox, will be taking you on a journey through the birth of arguably the most influential artistic movement of them all - The Impressionists.
Autumn Watercolours
Join us for a residential stay in the stunning setting of Haselbury Mill for a fascinating practical course, some delicious locally-sourced food and a truly home-from-home atmosphere. Our tutor, artist Shari Arnott, will be leading a seasonal exploration in watercolour.
Colour Knitting
A beautiful, traditional craft that is centuries old - It’s never too late to start your journey into the wonderful world of crochet! Your tutor, Tracy Chapman, will be on hand to guide you through the basic techniques of this incredible craft.
Our home for the day will be the stunning surroundings of Pennard House, a Grade II listed manor house nestled in the idyllic Somerset countryside.
Images of Majesty: Selected Royal Portraits from Henry VIII to Charles III
Join us in the stunning surroundings of Pennard House for a delicious 2-course lunch prepared using the very best local, seasonal ingredients. After lunch, we’ll be joined by art historian Richard Kay for a lecture about a truly global icon, the Mona Lisa.
By Stream and by Shore: Artists’ Colonies in England, France & Denmark
Join us for a relaxing residential stay in the stunning setting of Pennard House for a fascinating course, some delicious locally-sourced food and a truly home-from-home atmosphere. Our tutor, art historian Dr Jan Cox, will be taking you on a journey through the birth of arguably the most influential artistic movement of them all - The Impressionists.
Barcelona: history, art and architecture
The capital of Catalonia, Barcelona is a lively city with a rich cultural heritage. This Neighbourhood Workshop will begin with an historical survey of Barcelona in which we trace its origins in Roman times when it was known as Barcino through to the present. This will provide the framework for the talks that follow on the art and architecture of Barcelona. We will consider the city's influence on painters including Ramon Casas, Joan Miro and Pablo Picasso. We will also examine in detail the architectural movement known as Catalan Modernism, and the life and work of its best known exponent, Antoni Gaudi.
Monarchy, Society and Culture in Plantagenet England 1154 - 1399
Explore the Plantagenet dynasty with historian Mark Cottle as we go on a journey spanning eight generations of English kings from 1154 to 1399. In a period that witnessed much change, and included notable cultural achievements in architecture and art, it produced some of England's greatest kings and some of its less able rulers.
Between two wars: the music of the 1920s and 30s
The music of the 1920s and 30s is full of excitement and colour. Brilliant talents such as Dimitri Shostakovich, Benjamin Britten, George Gershwin and many more appeared, and novel elements such as jazz and neo-classicism were developed. But it was also a period of tension and anxiety, as the threat of hostilities remain ever-present; that too is reflected in the great music of the time. Gwyn Parry-Jones navigates an amazing journey through the music of this fascinating period and explores is lasting legacy in this Neighbourhood Stay.
You The Jury
Join us in the stunning setting of Haselbury Mill for this fascinating course with Diane Janes where we will be considering three real life cases of murder or suspected murder which occurred in England between 1900-1975, and you the jury will consider the evidence presented, reach your own verdict and then decide whether or not justice was well served by the historical outcome.
A Masterpiece on your Mantelpiece: Images on Christmas Cards
Join us in the stunning surroundings of Pennard House for a delicious 2-course lunch prepared using the very best local, seasonal ingredients. After lunch, we’ll be joined by art historian Richard Kay for a lecture about the often overlooked artwork that appears in many of our houses around this time of year - that of the humble Christmas card.
From Reality to Drama: Puccini and Opera
Join us for a relaxing residential stay in the stunning setting of Pennard House for a fascinating course, some delicious locally-sourced food and a truly home-from-home atmosphere. Our tutor, art historian Dr Jan Cox, will be taking you on a journey through the birth of arguably the most influential artistic movement of them all - The Impressionists.
Art History Mysteries
Join us in the stunning surroundings of Haselbury Mill for a delicious 2-course lunch prepared using the very best local, seasonal ingredients. After lunch, we’ll be joined by art historian Richard Kay for a lecture about some of the art worlds greatest mysteries.
The Age of Discovery - John Company and India
A beautiful, traditional craft that is centuries old - It’s never too late to start your journey into the wonderful world of crochet! Your tutor, Tracy Chapman, will be on hand to guide you through the basic techniques of this incredible craft.
Our home for the day will be the stunning surroundings of Pennard House, a Grade II listed manor house nestled in the idyllic Somerset countryside.
Three Great American Artists: Edward Hopper, Georgia O'Keeffe, George Bellows
Join us in the stunning setting of Haselbury Mill for this fascinating course analysing the qualities that made artists Edward Hopper, Georgia O’Keeffe and George Bellows, giants of modern America in the early twentieth century.
Before the Normans Came: The World of Anglo-Saxon England
Join us for a relaxing residential stay in the stunning setting of Pennard House for a fascinating course, some delicious locally-sourced food and a truly home-from-home atmosphere. Our tutor, art historian Dr Jan Cox, will be taking you on a journey through the birth of arguably the most influential artistic movement of them all - The Impressionists.
A Magical Mystery Tour: The English Miniature from the Tudors to the Victorians
Join us in the stunning surroundings of Pennard House for a delicious 2-course lunch prepared using the very best local, seasonal ingredients. After lunch, we’ll be joined by art historian Richard Kay for a lecture about a truly global icon, the Mona Lisa.
Loose and Lively Watercolour Painting
Join us for a relaxing residential stay in the stunning setting of Pennard House for a fascinating course, some delicious locally-sourced food and a truly home-from-home atmosphere. Our tutor, art historian Dr Jan Cox, will be taking you on a journey through the birth of arguably the most influential artistic movement of them all - The Impressionists.
Why is the Mona Lisa the World's Most Famous Picture?
Join us in the stunning surroundings of Pennard House for a delicious 2-course lunch prepared using the very best local, seasonal ingredients. After lunch, we’ll be joined by art historian Richard Kay for a lecture about a truly global icon, the Mona Lisa.
Beginners Crochet
A beautiful, traditional craft that is centuries old - It’s never too late to start your journey into the wonderful world of crochet! Your tutor, Tracy Chapman, will be on hand to guide you through the basic techniques of this incredible craft.
Our home for the day will be the stunning surroundings of Pennard House, a Grade II listed manor house nestled in the idyllic Somerset countryside.
The Birth of the Impressionists
Join us for a relaxing residential stay in the stunning setting of Pennard House for a fascinating course, some delicious locally-sourced food and a truly home-from-home atmosphere. Our tutor, art historian Dr Jan Cox, will be taking you on a journey through the birth of arguably the most influential artistic movement of them all - The Impressionists.
An Auctioneers Ten Commandments
Join us in the charming riverside location of The Mill in Rode, Somerset, as we welcome auctioneer and art expert Richard Kay who will be sharing his journey through some of the most compelling, curious and often amusing experiences he has had during his career as an auctioneer.