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Expressive Watercolours Online
Watercolour is an exciting and versatile medium. During this course we aim to explore this versatility playing with colour and a host of different techniques such as laying washes, wet-in-wet, […]
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Expressive Watercolours
Watercolour is an exciting and versatile medium. During this course we aim to explore this versatility playing with colour and a host of different techniques such as laying washes, wet-in-wet, […]
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Patch to Quilt – Build your quilting confidence one stitch at a time
A relaxed, informal class to learn the skills of machine patchwork and quilting and add a little design pizazz along the way! A range of techniques will be covered including […]
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Patch to Quilt – Build your quilting confidence one stitch at a time
A relaxed, informal class to learn the skills of machine patchwork and quilting and add a little design pizazz along the way! A range of techniques will be covered including […]
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Friday Flowers
Create wonderful, seasonal floral designs and learn tips to get the best from your cut stems. With a range of floral designs from vintage to contemporary, you will try something […]
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Prize Draw for Folk by the Oak Family Package
Win a voucher for 2 adult and 2 child tickets to Folk by the Oak 2026 on 19th July 2026 with a souvenir programme and poster to collect on arrival. […]
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Get Writing for All with Elizabeth Barber – Monday Morning
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 […]
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Abstract Painting
Each lesson begins with an approachable practical experiment that is later developed using various materials such as acrylic paints, watercolours, pen and ink and collage. All will be demonstrated to […]
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Writing your Memoirs with Sharon Priestley
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 […]
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Chinese Brush Painting: Landscape Composition
We will be looking at some of the techniques and compositional forms used in Chinese Xieyi (free style) landscape painting. We will be using Chinese brush painting materials throughout. Suitable […]
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Get Writing for All with Elizabeth Barber – Tuesday Morning
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 […]
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Applied Arts with Callum Abbott
This Art Club focuses on experimentation with a wide range of materials and mixed media. The tutor will provide inspiring ideas and direction on technique. Each class begins with demonstrations, […]
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Botanical Illustration with Jill Winch
Jill will explore over 5 weeks the intricacies of Botanical illustration using watercolours, coloured pencils, pen and ink. Jill will look at the detailed work involved in the Botanical world.
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The Gate of Angels by Penelope Fitzgerald with Margaret Norwich
A love story, a ghost story, a glorious comedy set in Edwardian Cambridge, beautifully evocative of place and time, this novel is also a philosophical enquiry into the body/mind controversy […]
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Woven Tapestry – Tuesday Evening
Learn woven tapestry skills at your own pace. A course perfect for learning the basics in tapestry weaving and for further developing skills and woven tapestry knowledge. Choose from a […]
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Get Writing for All with Adrian Poynton – Tuesday Evening
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 […]
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Get Writing for All with Elizabeth Barber – Wednesday Morning
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 […]
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Contemporary Basketry for all abilities
This mixed-ability basketry course is contemporary in its’ approach and will use a wide variety of natural materials. Beginners will start with simple forms on which to explore a range […]
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The Sketchbook
The Sketchbook course is an ideal course for anyone wishing to explore an idea or theme in greater detail. The course will allow you to develop drawings, prints and painting […]
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Get Writing for All with Adrian Poynton – Wednesday Evening
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 […]
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Oil Painting
The Thursday afternoon oil painting group is a lively, approachable and unique class. Students are encouraged to build and respond to their own natural strengths and focus on building their […]
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Topics in Psychology with Lesley Ayres
Why do different individuals see things differently? What influences what we see and how our memory works? Are we reliable witnesses? Some topics that be considered in this course: - […]
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Settlement Sessions: Country Night
From the band that brought you The Beertles. Time to dust off your boots, get your cowboy hats ready for a night of toe tapping music. Forget your troubles and […]
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Raw Edge machine embroidery – Elderflowers, Ox-Eye Daisies and Bees
Use your sewing machine to embroider some ox-eye daisies and elderflowers. You will make up to 2 greeting cards during the session. You need to be able and ready to […]
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Exploring Garden Design
A course for all garden lovers wishing to explore further about garden design. Create either a large or small project, learn how best to plant up boarders & pots, to […]
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Collage Club with Callum Abbott
Join artist Callum Abbott on a journey to find freedom through art, develop your own personal style and learn how to combine mediums and materials to create unique works of […]
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Come Write With Me – with Claire Hogan (Afternoon)
Join a supportive creative community via an informal “Come Write With Me” session, where writers of all levels can gather, focus on their own projects, set goals and write together […]
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Come Write With Me – with Claire Hogan (Evening)
Join a supportive creative community via an informal “Come Write With Me” session, where writers of all levels can gather, focus on their own projects, set goals and write together […]
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Lippan Art – Bring Indian mural art to life
A centuries-old mud craft from the region of Gujarat, India. Originally used to decorate murals on mud hut walls. Using clay lines and various mirror shapes to create intricate patterns, […]
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Watercolours
This opportunity is for anyone wishing to explore watercolours, from beginner to the more experienced painter. We will be looking at different theories, and practical applications, exploring this versatile medium. […]
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Settlement Players Production of G B Shaw’s Pygmalion
G B Shaw’s ‘Pygmalion’ Directed by Cliff Francis Performance Dates 18th-20th June 2026 Eliza Doolittle aspires to more than selling flowers on the streets of Covent Garden. After a chance meeting […]
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Settlement Players Production of G B Shaw’s Pygmalion
G B Shaw’s ‘Pygmalion’ Directed by Cliff Francis Performance Dates 18th-20th June 2026 Eliza Doolittle aspires to more than selling flowers on the streets of Covent Garden. After a chance meeting […]
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Still Life Drawing Club with Vanessa Stone
June 20th - Fantastic Flowers: large scale drawings of brightly coloured flowers using inks and watercolour pencils. Vanessa has been running a Still Life Drawing Club for the last three years in […]
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Settlement Players Production of G B Shaw’s Pygmalion
G B Shaw’s ‘Pygmalion’ Directed by Cliff Francis Performance Dates 18th-20th June 2026 Eliza Doolittle aspires to more than selling flowers on the streets of Covent Garden. After a chance meeting […]
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Settlement Sessions: El Chamuyo
The El Chamuyo Quartet is a London-based group performing a wide range of Argentinian Tango music from the golden era of the 1920’s and 1930’s through to the tango nuevo […]
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Patchwork and Quilting – Taking your Skills further – Happy Machine, Happy Sewing
Is your sewing machine feeling a little temperamental? Skipped stitches, tangled threads, or just not sure you’re using it to its full potential? This friendly, hands-on workshop is here to […]
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Settlement Sessions: Joe Topping
Semi-Finalist in The Voice and described by Sir Tom Jones as a “Weaver of Dreams”, Joe is a folk singer and multi-instrumentalist whose singing and guitar playing regularly moves listeners […]
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Settlement Sessions: Dave Ellis and Boo Howard
Dave Ellis and Boo Howard simply exude class. With Boo’s wonderful voice and Dave’s stunning song writing and guitar playing, they always put on a great show. Dave Ellis & […]
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Settlement Sessions: Edwina Hayes
Back by popular demand, Edwina Hayes, one of the finest female singer/songwriters this country has produced in years will be at the Settlement to play for us. Edwina learned her […]
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Settlement Sessions: Barry Goodman
Starting with a seasonal talk exploring some of the many traditional customs associated with Christmas and the months of winter generally, in story, song and pictures. Some may be familiar, […]
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Settlement Sessions: LaLuke: Letchworth Arts and Leisure Group Ukulele Orchestra -Ticket sales opening soon
Laluke ….Letchworth’s own ukulele orchestra, back by popular demand after February 2026’s high energy, very entertaining and just fabulous, concert where tickets sold out faster than we could release them. […]
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Settlement Sessions: Kate Garner
Join Kate Garner, daughter of the legendary Chas Hodges of ‘Chas & Dave’ at the piano, as she sings the songs that have defined her life, from her childhood growing […]
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Settlement Sessions: Viv Lucas and Rhys Wilson
Our first double-header where two talented musicians will entertain you with their own songs as well as songs from their inspirations, Neil Young and Gordon Lightfoot. They will each perform […]
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Settlement Sessions: Banter
Banter’s music is rooted in traditional English folk, but they incorporate influences from jazz, brass, and other global sounds, giving their performances a distinctive, playful twist. Their arrangements are known […]
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Settlement Sessions: Steve Tilston
One of the most celebrated songsmiths, widely recognised within the world of folk and contemporary music. The words, arrangements and subtle, quite superb guitar playing could be no one else. […]
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Settlement Sessions: Isle ‘ave a Shanty
Isle ‘Ave A Shanty are a 6-piece a capella male harmony group based on the Isle of Ely. specialising in traditional songs from the sea and the country in a […]
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Settlement Sessions: Honey and the Bear
Shortlisted band duo of the year in 2023 their live performances' are full of variation from emotive and dramatic full-bodied ballads to rip-roaring tales of adventure on the seas. Weaving […]
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Settlement Sessions: Elsa Jean McTaggart
Highly skilled Scottish duo Elsa McTaggart and Gary Lister bring you the best of Scotland’s folk and Celtic music. With their warmth and laughter, they create an atmosphere of ceilidh […]
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Settlement Sessions: Vikki Clayton
Vikki is a self-styled Folk Diva and one of this country’s finest interpreters of Traditional and Contemporary song having a very pure voice and formidable guitar technique. Brought to us […]
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Settlement Sessions: Jack in a Barrel
A Festive Folk Celebration. Join acapella group Jack in a Barrel this Christmas for a joyful blendof tradional and contemporary folk songs, classic carols and rousing festive sing-a-longs. Heartfelt, harmonious […]
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Settlement Sessions: Sam Carter
Midlands-born singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Sam has earned a reputation for vivid, narrative-driven song writing and captivating live performances. He is a highly regarded instrumentalist whose live performances are nothing […]