Ongoing

Tai Chi & Qigong

This course will continue to cover the basic principles and practical movements of both Tai Chi and Qigong (Dao Yin Yang Sheng Gong). Exercise involves: Physical Movement, Breathing, Mental understanding […]

Amazing Scientific Ideas

In this course we explore some of the wonderful ideas in science which have led to our present understanding of the world around us. After a brief introduction to science […]

Pilates – All levels including beginners

Pilates is an anti-aging, lifespan-enhancing method of safe and effective body conditioning, developed by Joseph Pilates, where exercise is simplified as required, according to ability. Pilates himself declared "...in ten […]

Classical Studies

Classical studies involves looking at the ancient Greek and Roman world from the perspective of many different disciplines, including architecture, archaeology, art, drama, literature, philosophy, politics, religion, social history, and […]

Film Music

Come and explore the development of music in film from the earliest silent movies to the present day. Join composer and writer Christopher Budd to look at the work of […]

Greek Myth – The Iliad

A term-long study of Homer’s epic poem about the wrath of Achilles. Spring Term Topics :  Homer’s Iliad, using the following text: Homer (2023). The Iliad. Translated by E. Wilson. W. W. Norton

Meet the Victorians

This course will begin with a lecture offering a portrait of the age, to be followed by four talks on eminent mid-Victorians: Bagehot, Arnold, Ruskin and Eliot. Meet the Victorians […]

Get Writing for All – Monday

These classes are ideal for anyone who enjoys writing or would like to start. No experience is necessary. The emphasis is on having fun and through a combination of reference […]

Writing your Memoirs

Have you thought about writing your life story but are concerned that you will not know how? If so, this course is for you. In a supportive atmosphere, you will […]

Get Writing for All – Tuesday

These classes are ideal for anyone who enjoys writing or would like to start. No experience is necessary. The emphasis is on having fun and through a combination of reference […]

Precipice by Robert Harris

Set in the summer of 1914 this thrilling novel seamlessly weaves fact with fiction to tell the story of the love affair of Prime Minister H.H. Asquith and Venetia Stanley, […]

Get Writing for All with Adrian Poynton – Tuesday

These classes are ideal for anyone who enjoys writing or would like to start. No experience is necessary. The emphasis is on having fun and through a combination of reference […]

Get Writing for All – Wednesday

These classes are ideal for anyone who enjoys writing or would like to start. No experience is necessary. The emphasis is on having fun and through a combination of reference […]

Yoga

This yoga class will serve as an introduction, each week building on what is learned. Sessions will consider the underlying philosophy for up to 15 minutes, continue with an exploration […]

Get Writing for All with Adrian Poynton – Wednesday

These classes are ideal for anyone who enjoys writing or would like to start. No experience is necessary. The emphasis is on having fun and through a combination of reference […]

Material Journeys in Art and Culture

Travels of Pigment, Paper and Plants into the Art of the Northern Renaissance and Enlightenment How did ultramarine blue, derived from an Afghan rock (lapis lazuli), and carmine red (from […]

The Film Journey: From Concept to Screen

What needs to happen before you sit down to enjoy watching a film?  Starting with the sources for film content, and moving on to how films are financed and produced, we progress to […]

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