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History: The Rise and Fall of Wessex
Wessex no longer exists yet its name still conjures images of Alfred the Great and the creation of England. The choice by Thomas Hardy of using Wessex as the fictional literary landscape of his novels further embeds this feeling of nostalgic association that people have. This course explores its creation and demise and why it still lives in our memory partly as a result of its historical significance but also because the sentimental effect of its name is consistently being used by advertisers and organisations to create a positive connection with customers and the public.
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Dates:Tue 24/09/2024 -
Tue 08/10/2024Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:The Cornerstone (Wokingham)
Norreys Avenue
Wokingham
RG40 1UETutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017279How you'll learn:In venueStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £30.00
History: Burying the Ghosts: one "lucky" woman's story of escape from Nazi Germany
A talk on the insidious process of changing hearts and minds - from humanity to inhumanity. The talk follows the experience of the author's mother who was 14 when Hitler's Nazi government came to power in her home town of Saarbrucken in Germany. It will consist of historical information and lively readings from Burying the Ghosts to allow the audience to understand these momentous times from a personal perspective.
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Dates:Sat 05/10/2024 -
Sat 05/10/2024Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St John's United Reform Church Orpington
Lynwood Grove
Orpington
BR6 0BGTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017274How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £10.00
Architecture: The Architecture of the Greenhouse
We will look into the design of greenhouses and glasshouses – a diverse subject that embraces the Crystal Palace in London, the Eden Project in Cornwall and a recently completed spectacular project in Singapore. The development will take us from Oxford’s Botanic Garden to Paxton’s “Great Stove” at Chatsworth and the Temperate and Palm Houses of Kew.
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Dates:Thu 17/10/2024 -
Thu 17/10/2024Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:The Christ Church Centre (Henley-on-Tham
46 Reading Road
Henley-on-Thames
RG9 1AGTutor:Keith HastedCourse code:Q00017601How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:£25.20
Pre-Entry ESOL: Everyday English - Elementary 2
This is a General English/Family Learning Class aimed at elementary (A1/A2) level learners. This course is for those whose first language is NOT English and in it we will practice all four major skills in each session to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Although this is a low-level English course, learners should be able to recognise sounds of the English letters and read simple lines of text prior to joining so that they will not struggle. Lessons will be delivered face-to-face using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to build learners’ proficiency and confidence in the English language.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Mon 23/12/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Totnes United Free Church
54 Fore Street
Totnes
TQ9 5RPTutor:Alison SalmCourse code:Q00018090How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.20
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
History: History of the Old Bailey
This three hour lecture offers an in-depth examination of the rich history of the Old Bailey in London. It delves into the architectural evolution of the building itself, tracing its development from its early days to its current form. Additionally, the lecture explores the Old Bailey's significant role in the British legal system, highlighting its function in upholding and administering the law throughout the centuries. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how this iconic courthouse has shaped and been shaped by the legal landscape, reflecting broader societal changes and the pursuit of justice in London and beyond.
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Dates:Sat 07/12/2024 -
Sat 07/12/2024Times:2:00pm - 5:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St John's United Reform Church Orpington
Lynwood Grove
Orpington
BR6 0BGTutor:Anna CusackCourse code:Q00017273How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £10.00
History: Samuel Pepys – Plague, Fire and Scandal
This 10-week course explores the life and times of Samuel Pepys, focusing on his diaries that provide an unparalleled view of 17th-century England. Through Pepys’ meticulous documentation, we will delve into the reign of Charles II, the devastation of the Great Plague and the Great Fire of London, and everyday life during the Restoration period. Including the numerous scandals at court and Pepys’s own behaviour! This course will offer insights into the personal, social, and political landscapes of the time, revealing how one man's observations can illuminate an entire era marked by dramatic events and profound changes.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 19/03/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kate AntoniouCourse code:Q00018506How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £80.00
Art Appreciation: Highlights of Tate Britain
Discover for the first time, or re-visit an old favourite, this course will introduce you to a wide range of artworks from the national collection of Tate Britain in London. We explore specific works by historical, modern and contemporary artists in relation to wider cultural and social contexts. The aim of the course is to develop confidence and visual literacy skills when looking at and discussing art in London’s galleries. On this course, we examine work by prominent artists as diverse as Anthony Van Dyck, Joan Carlile, William Blake, JMW Turner, the Pre-Raphaelites, Gwen John, Sarah Lucas and Lubaina Himid.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:St John's United Reformed Church (New Ba
Corner of Somerset Road & Mowb
New Barnet
EN5 1RHTutor:Chantal CondronCourse code:Q00019206How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.00
Art Appreciation: Paul Nash: Dreamer of the Modern World
Discover the fascinating life and work of 20th century artist, Paul Nash. Chart his significant impact on British art from 1914 to his death in 1946: from his experiences as Official War Artist during both World Wars; and his contribution to the development of British Surrealism and modern landscape. The course explores also Nash’s fruitful collaboration with his wife, the writer and Suffragette, Margaret Odeh. Central to this course will be a focus on Nash’s interest in spirituality and Eastern philosophies, exploring how his paintings articulated certain subjects and motifs that helped him make sense of a world of conflict.
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Dates:Thu 16/01/2025 -
Thu 13/02/2025Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:Enfield Baptist Church (Enfield) (Enfiel
Cecil Road
Enfield
EN2 6TGTutor:Chantal CondronCourse code:Q00017403How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £60.00
Art Appreciation: Highlights of Tate Britain
Discover for the first time, or re-visit an old favourite, this course will introduce you to a wide range of artworks from the national collection of Tate Britain in London. We explore specific works by historical, modern and contemporary artists in relation to wider cultural and social contexts. The aim of the course is to develop confidence and visual literacy skills when looking at and discussing art in London’s galleries. On this course, we examine work by prominent artists as diverse as Anthony Van Dyck, Joan Carlile, William Blake, JMW Turner, the Pre-Raphaelites, Gwen John, Mona Hatoum and Mike Kelly.
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Dates:Fri 17/01/2025 -
Fri 14/02/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:Blue Beetle Room (London)
Hendon Lane
Finchley
London
N3 1TRTutor:Chantal CondronCourse code:Q00017455How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.00
Art Appreciation: The Thames in Art
The Thames, its bridges, embankments, and the monuments standing alongside it, are world-renowned symbols of London. Over the centuries, artists have represented the river from many different viewpoints, for all sorts of occasions, and in a variety of artistic styles. From De Jongh and Canaletto to Turner and Monet, the Thames has been represented many. As we retrace their steps, we will study the sights and events they depicted. From the Thames Estuary to Cookham, we will see sights of mayoral processions, regattas, busy tugboats and Thames barge, highlight the river’s many functions. As we study these works of art – some well-known and other rarely ever seen – we will discuss the river's artistic and historical significance.
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Dates:Sat 18/01/2025 -
Sat 18/01/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00019168How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £8.40