Dressmaking Summer School
The Dressmaking for Beginners Summer School course will cover the core skills necessary for garment construction.
Adult Education
Dressmaking and Slow Stitching Summer School
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Our dressmaking courses offer the chance to learn from an experienced teacher, enjoy the company of like-minded people, and take pride in creating something by hand. For a more mindful experience, our Slow Stitching sessions provide a calming, focused activity that encourages a meditative flow with every stitch.
Dressmaking and Slow Stitching
Our dressmaking and slow stitching courses will give you chance to relax and enjoy learning new techniques in a friendly environment. We recommend booking soon as places are booking up quickly!
Dressmaking Summer School
The Dressmaking for Beginners Summer School course will cover the core skills necessary for garment construction.
Dressmaking Next Steps Summer School
The Dressmaking for Beginners Summer School course will cover the core skills necessary for garment construction.
Slow Stitching : Creative Embroidery
The Slow Stitching : Creative Embroidery Summer School course will cover the core skills necessary for garment construction.
Our complete Summer School programme
Make the most of your summer with one of our Summer School courses. Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, build on past knowledge or simply enjoy exploring a personal interest, our courses offer a fun and fulfilling way to grow and stay inspired.
Drawing and Painting
Life Drawing
The Life Drawing Summer School course is suitable for both beginners and more experienced artists interested in drawing the human form.
Painting and Drawing Techniques
The Painting and Drawing Techniques Summer School course is suitable for beginners as well as those with previous experience.
Watercolour Painting
The Watercolour Painting Summer School course is ideal for both beginners and those with some experience who want to explore watercolour techniques.
Creative Writing and Poetry
Creative Writing
The Creative Writing Summer School course is suitable for both beginner writers and those with a little more experience who are interested in exploring and developing this further.
Get into Poetry
The Get into Poetry Summer School course is suitable for beginners and intermediate poets wishing to create and develop work in a supportive environment.
Writing Poetry in Response to Art Summer School
The Writing Poetry in Response to Art Summer School course is suitable for both beginner writers and those with a little more experience who are interested in exploring and developing this further.
Digital Photography and Darkroom Printing
Complete Digital Photography
The Digital Photography Summer School course is perfect for beginners looking to understand their cameras and explore the world of digital photography.
Darkroom Printing
The Darkroom Printing Summer School one-day workshop will give you the knowledge and skills necessary to print your own photographs from any negative!
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Languages
German for Beginners
The German for Beginners Summer School course is an extended introduction to Croatian.
Introduction to Latin
The Introduction to Latin and the Classical World Summer School course is an extended introduction to Latin and the Classical World.
Italian for Beginners
The Italian for Beginners Summer School course is an extended introduction to Italian. It is suitable for absolute beginners and for those who would like a refresher course.
Counselling Courses
Eating Disorders for Counsellors and Professionals
The Eating Disorders for Counsellors Summer School one-day workshop will give you the knowledge and skills necessary to print your own photographs from any negative!
Body Image for Counsellors and Professionals
The Body Image for Counsellors Summer School one-day workshop will give you the knowledge and skills necessary to print your own photographs from any negative!
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