Join tutor Dr Angie Smith for the day on this Neighbourhood Workshop as she explores one of the most compelling phenomena in the ancient world that has remarkably endured to the present day.
Pilgrimage, or travel to sacred sites, was an important aspect of life in the middle ages. Men and women, poor and wealthy all engaged in pilgrimage and the most important destinations, Jerusalem, Rome, Canterbury and Santiago de Compostela drew thousands of pilgrims each year. The draw of these four cities will be considered as we examine medieval pilgrimage on this study day. Using excerpts from medieval literature including Piers Plowman and examples of medieval art from the imagery on pilgrim badges to the 12th century stained glass in Canterbury Cathedral depicting pilgrims, we will attempt to better understand all aspects of these incredible journeys.
Our home for the day will be the wonderful Holbrook Manor, a graceful Georgian house set in the peaceful Somerset countryside near Wincanton. Effortlessly combining heritage, comfort, and tranquillity, you’ll immediately feel at home. With a 2-course lunch included and refreshments at breaktimes prepared using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, we’ve certainly got your appetite for both delicious food and learning covered!
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Angie has a first class honours degree in Art History and a Phd in Cultural History from the Warburg Institute (London University). She is an experienced lecturer; she taught for more than a decade in higher education and is an accredited lecturer for the Arts Society. Angie has published many articles and a number of books including A Timeline of Art History and most recently, a volume for the Oxford Historical Society on the building accounts of Corpus Christi College, Oxford.
Click here to find out more about Angie Smith and find out more about her upcoming courses
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Nestled in the Somerset countryside near Wincanton, Holbrook Manor is a charming Georgian house offering comfort, calm, and character — ideal for residential courses and retreats. With its elegant rooms and home-cooked meals, it’s the perfect place to learn, relax, and recharge.
The venue has plenty of free parking and the course rooms are all accessible.
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Pen & paper if you wish to take notes, and an open mind!
