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Are you a beginner or have a little Italian knowledge? Come and join this friendly class where you will gain a good basic understanding of the Italian language in everyday situations. Interactive and engaging activities that develop listening, speaking, writing and reading skills are integral to the course. Basic grammar and additional material will reinforce […]
A welcoming class for students with a basic knowledge of Italian who are looking at progressing to a higher level and becoming more confident speakers. The aim is to improve vocabulary, and skills such as listening, reading and grammar, to gain greater speaking abilities alongside cultural understanding. 
This is a class for those who have an existing knowledge of German or have studied German for around a year and are able to talk in the present tense about themselves and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where someone lives, people they know and things they have. […] 
This class is for students who have a basic knowledge of French. The aim of the course is to extend vocabulary as well as grammar to develop further the experience of the language. Alongside the discovery of French culture and traditions.
This is a class for those who have a knowledge of German and are familiar with the present, past and future tenses and talking about themselves and their daily life. Using a course book and additional materials, we will continue to work on all four skills and start to look at more advanced sentence structures […]
This class is for complete beginners with no or little knowledge of French or for those who would like to go back to the basis. With audio visual interactive activities which makes learning a language a fun and enjoyable experience.
A friendly class for students who already have a few years of learning and a good grasp of the language. Plenty of opportunity to practice and enhance spoken Italian, listening to authentic recordings as well as working on elements of grammar. A good textbook and various other material will be used to facilitate and build […] 
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 and attention.
A friendly class for students who already have a few years of learning and a good grasp of the language. Plenty of opportunity to practice and enhance spoken Italian, listening to authentic recordings as well as working on elements of grammar. A good textbook and various other material will be used to facilitate and build […]
This is a friendly stimulating class working on conversational skills by sharing interests and ideas on all sorts of topics. Working through texts videos and different activities to reinforce grammar, develop vocabulary and discover week after week a bit more about French culture.
This course is for those who are learning German from scratch, or who want to go back to basics. Using a course book and other materials, you will acquire the skills to be able to communicate in German in everyday life, working on reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, as well as learning about the […]
Come and join us in an informal friendly lively group of students to converse with ease about a wide range of topics, sample and share French language and culture.
Come and join us in an informal friendly lively group of students to converse with ease about a wide range of topics, sample and share French language and culture.
This is a friendly stimulating class working on conversational skills by sharing interests and ideas on all sorts of topics. Working through texts videos and different activities to reinforce grammar, develop vocabulary and discover week after week a bit more about French culture.
This class is for students who have a basic knowledge of French. The aim of the course is to extend vocabulary as well as grammar to develop further the experience of the language. Alongside the discovery of French culture and traditions.
A lively class for students who want to practice the language and improve their fluency. This is achieved by making use of a variety of resources including magazines, newspapers, and a textbook. Student chosen themes are also encouraged to facilitate general conversational skills. Topics covered in class will be about Italian current affairs, traditions, history […]
A welcoming class for students with a basic knowledge of Italian who are looking at progressing to a higher level and becoming more confident speakers. The aim is to improve vocabulary, and skills such as listening, reading and grammar, to gain greater speaking abilities alongside cultural understanding.
A welcoming class for students with a basic knowledge of Italian who are looking at progressing to a higher level and becoming more confident speakers. The aim is to improve vocabulary, and skills such as listening, reading and grammar, to gain greater speaking abilities alongside cultural understanding. 
Come along and learn traditional upholstery skills in a friendly and informal setting. Whether you are a beginner or have more experience these classes provide the ideal environment to work at your own pace on your own project with the support and guidance of an experienced upholsterer. Advice will be given about suitability of projects […] 
This is a friendly class for students who already have a knowledge of basic Spanish vocabulary and the present tense. We will covering further vocabulary topics as well as grammatical points, including the future and past tenses. Using the textbook and additional materials, students will also have the opportunity to explore Spanish and Latin American […]
This class is for students who already have a knowledge of Spanish, are familiar with the present and future tenses and have started to learn the different past tenses. Using a textbook and supplementary materials, we will study additional grammatical points as well as further vocabulary topics. Students will also have the opportunity to explore […]
Come along and learn traditional upholstery skills in a friendly and informal setting. Whether you are a beginner or have more experience these classes provide the ideal environment to work at your own pace on your own project with the support and guidance of an experienced upholsterer. Advice will be given about suitability of projects […] 
Please note there is no class on Monday 6th Oct 2025. Construct an item of clothing with a commercial pattern and gain confidence to enjoy sewing in a group and at home on your own. Lots of support will be provided by the tutor, for you to develop your sewing skills to achieve a professional […] 
All from the comfort of your own home learn to draw or expand your portrait drawing skills. For beginners, a structured course learning how to draw portraits from the beginning. From basic shapes and proportions to the drawing materials we can use and their creative use. Along the way balancing the need to create a […] 
This beginners course will take you through the basics of learning how to draw. The aim is to give you the basic tools with which to practice and progress your drawing. Your Tutor will send you information and a video tutorial on the Tuesday and completed artwork should be photographed and returned prior to the […] 
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 rotary cutting, getting the best from your sewing machine, colour choices, machine piecing and quilting, and basic construction methods. There will be a fresh project […]
This is a class for those who have studied Spanish for four or more years and would like to continue working towards becoming advanced users of the language. We will revise and consolidate all verb tenses, including the imperative and the subjunctive, and will practise the four skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) in our […] 
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, sponging. We will also look at how to put a successful picture together through a range of different subjects from flowers to landscapes with the […]
This is a class for those who have studied Spanish for several years. We will revise and consolidate all the indicative tenses and will begin learning the imperative and the subjunctive. Using a textbook and various additional materials, including audio and video, we will practise all four skills and also explore the culture and traditions […]
This is a friendly class for those who have already studied the present, past and future tenses and can use them in conversation. We will use a textbook and a variety of additional materials, including audio and video, to practise all four skills and further develop students’ knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, including a thorough […]
Come along and learn traditional upholstery skills in a friendly and informal setting. Whether you are a beginner or have more experience these classes provide the ideal environment to work at your own pace on your own project with the support and guidance of an experienced upholsterer. Advice will be given about suitability of projects […]
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, sponging. We will also look at how to put a successful picture together through a range of different subjects from flowers to landscapes with the […] 
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 studies in an array of different mediums and techniques all guided by the tutor throughout. You will be given a hardback concertina sketchbook to develop […] 
Learn how to use linocut tools to explore the possibilities of print. Each week of this course will offer you new inspiration, guiding your journey and building your skills in the exciting world of printmaking. From studying Picasso to pattern design, from incorporating text to learning the reduction technique, during each session you'll design, carve […]
This friendly class is for students who have a significant knowledge of Spanish vocabulary and feel confident using the present, past and future tenses in a variety of contexts, having studied the language for many years. All four skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) will be incorporated into our lessons. Students will learn more advanced […] 
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 sessions you feel the progress, in twenty sessions you see the progress, in thirty sessions, it will change your life." However, learners will need to […]
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 rotary cutting, getting the best from your sewing machine, colour choices, machine piecing and quilting, and basic construction methods. There will be a fresh project […] 
This ten-week course will examine how the multitude of small states on the eve of the French Revolution were transformed into a German Empire dominated by Prussia. To what extent was nationalism central to this process or was it mainly due to the iron and blood of the Prussian economy and army, masterminded by Bismarck. […]
This class is for complete beginners who have no or very little knowledge of Spanish. We will be covering common expressions used in everyday situations as well as the basics of Spanish grammar. We will use a textbook supplemented with handouts, recordings, videos, games and other activities. Speaking and listening skills will be emphasized in […] 
Seasons in Stitches: A Slow Stitch Appliqué Journey invites you to explore the beauty of nature through mindful stitching. Over the course of a year, we’ll use the changing seasons as inspiration to create a stitch journal. Each session will focus on different seasonal prompts, such as vibrant spring florals, summer skies, autumnal leaves, and […]
Construct an item of clothing with a commercial pattern and gain confidence to enjoy sewing in a group and at home on your own. Lots of support will be provided by the tutor, for you to develop your sewing skills to achieve a professional finish with zips, facings, hems, gathers, darts, pressing and more. Come […]
Construct an item of clothing with a commercial pattern and gain confidence to enjoy sewing in a group and at home on your own. Lots of support will be provided by the tutor, for you to develop your sewing skills to achieve a professional finish with zips, facings, hems, gathers, darts, pressing and more. Come […]
Construct an item of clothing with a commercial pattern and gain confidence to enjoy sewing in a group and at home on your own. Lots of support will be provided by the tutor, for you to develop your sewing skills to achieve a professional finish with zips, facings, hems, gathers, darts, pressing and more. Come […] 
Artists have been painting the landscape since ancient times to try and understand and celebrate the world around them. In this class for improvers, students will learn, through demonstration and practice, how to use composition, colour and texture to tackle a variety of landscape and urban scenes. Whilst inspiration will be gained by informal discussion […] 
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 different each week to enjoy fresh for the weekend. The course is at beginner to intermediate level but is not entirely suitable for absolute beginners, […] 
A nine-week course looking at the Botanical World. Using plants, fruits, feathers, finds, and all things Botanical, Jill will give demonstrations and guidance on the techniques used to achieve success with a variety of mediums from pencils, coloured pencils, watercolours, and pen and ink. Jill will give advice on anything that needs to be brought […] 
This course is for those who have learnt Mandarin and Chinese characters for several years. We will be following a textbook and watching native TV clips for conversation, listening and vocabulary building. We’ll have fun practising more Chinese characters (excellent for mindfulness), and reading a little more challenging texts.
This course is for those who have a good basic knowledge of spoken Mandarin and Chinese characters. We will be following a textbook and lots of videos for conversation and vocabulary building. We will also be having fun practising more Chinese characters (excellent for mindfulness), reading simple Chinese books and news headlines, and following the […]
Contrary to popular belief, learning Chinese is far easier than you might think. You’ll be amazed to find out how logical, straightforward and economical Chinese can be - no verb conjugation, no articles, and nearly no gender, or plurals. You’ll be able to open yourself up to a whole new world of senses, discovering a […] |
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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. We will find our preferred technique and develop our personal style. From portraits to florals, landscapes to botanical, we will delve into subjects working from […] 
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 to published texts, writing and listening, confidence is built in writing fiction and non-fiction. Short, optional homework exercises are set weekly with supportive feedback from […] 
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 understand how the materials can be used in each session and constant guidance will be given throughout the course. Contemporary artists are introduced and discussed […] 
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 be offered suggestions designed to give you confidence in writing even if you have never done anything like this before. You may find that this […] |
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This is a new course designed for beginners to Botanical Illustration. Jill has been tutoring for over 20 years and can use her skills to give confidence to those new to drawing and painting.The course will enable Jill to guide you through the steps to achieve accurate drawing skills, Working with a variety of mediums…from […]
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 to published texts, writing and listening, confidence is built in writing fiction and non-fiction. Short, optional homework exercises are set weekly with supportive feedback from […] 
In this course we will examine the development of Astronomy throughout history and see how our understanding of the Universe has changed as a result of improvements in astronomical instruments, and developments in the physical sciences. Our major themes will include: • Prehistoric Astronomy. • Astronomy in Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece. • The Scientific […]
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 to published texts, writing and listening, confidence is built in writing fiction and non-fiction. Short, optional homework exercises are set weekly with supportive feedback from […] 
This Art Club focuses on experimentation with a wide range of materials and mixed media. Taught by Chantelle Stephenson, a local artist and established tutor at the Settlement. She will provide inspiring ideas and direction on technique. Each class begins with demonstrations, and you are then encouraged to develop ideas and allow your work to […] 
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 selection of projects aimed at various skill levels from beginner to improver. Lucy will work with you to help you develop your weaving and design […] 
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 to published texts, writing and listening, confidence is built in writing fiction and non-fiction. Short, optional homework exercises are set weekly with supportive feedback from […] |
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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 of basic techniques and material processes. Improvers will build on their experience thus far, learning to manipulate and apply basketry techniques to new and sometimes […]
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 to published texts, writing and listening, confidence is built in writing fiction and non-fiction. Short, optional homework exercises are set weekly with supportive feedback from […] 
We will explore the engineering behind half a dozen of the UK's best-loved historic bridges, then move on to the structure of modern masterpieces. An engineering background is not required. The PowerPoints will be made available online to all participants.
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 studies in an array of different mediums and techniques all guided by the tutor throughout. You will be given a hardback concertina sketchbook to develop […] 
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 of poses and flow, and end with a relaxation.
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 to published texts, writing and listening, confidence is built in writing fiction and non-fiction. Short, optional homework exercises are set weekly with supportive feedback from […] |
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Portrait painting is becoming increasingly fashionable in the art world. There are many painting styles that can render a stunning portrait. Settlement tutor Komathy is introducing this portraiture course to teach how to paint portraits in oils. Komathy will provide guidance as you start your own painting. She will teach quick painting methods, how to […] 
1945: The first months of peace As we mark 80 years since the end of the Second World War, join us for a course exploring how the people of Britain adapted to the challenges of peace. As the relief and euphoria of victory subsided, how did our parents’ and grandparents’ generation respond to the emotional […] 
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 own unique style within the painting process. Each student shall shape a diverse narrative from their own sources of inspiration, from their own sketches, photography […] 
Acrylic paint is one of the most exciting and versatile mediums for creating art. In this short course, suitable for improvers, students will explore techniques and methods of application through tutor demonstration and practice. We will produce paintings, step-by-step, based on photographic reference of a variety of landscape situations and famous artworks, culminating in a […] 
Ever wondered why people act the way they do? Want to understand what influences and motivates their behaviour? What impact do childhood experiences play and what could I learn? By learning about the human mind and behaviour you are able to have a greater understanding about your own and other’s thoughts, feelings and actions. The […] |
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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 selection of projects aimed at various skill levels from beginner to improver. Lucy will work with you to help you develop your weaving and design […] 
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 much more. 
Portrait painting is becoming increasingly fashionable in the art world. There are many painting styles that can render a stunning portrait. Moving away from more traditional techniques in oils, Settlement tutor Komathy is introducing this portraiture course to teach how to paint portraits in watercolours. Komathy will encourage experimentation and your own creativity while providing […] |
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Exploring Interior Design will develop your ability to visualise in three dimensions and help make your ideas an exciting reality! Key skills, such as measuring, making scale plans, using the colour wheel, compiling mood boards, and working within budgets, will be focused upon, and revisited over time as appropriate, along with other relevant topics. Learners […]
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In this 2-hour watercolour workshop we will focus on building up depth in plants and foliage through watercolour layers. Looking at how underpainting affects the colours you lay on top and how to create deeper contrast in your plants. This is aimed at those who are beginners with watercolours, but want to progress beyond the […] |
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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 is a new initiative, led by established Settlement tutor, Michael Williams where learners will be encouraged to read relevant material before and after class. The […] |
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We will develop our construction skills and sewing processes through making small and jolly projects in a workshop style. Your tutor will be including skills such as topstitching, trimming and layering seams, making binding, perfect zips, pressing and finishing to complete gorgeous things such as gift bags, make up purses, bunting and bags. (Perfect for […] |
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Harems existed in the Middle East long before the rise of Islam. Their purpose was to protect women from inappropriate contact with men. In fact, the word Harem means "forbidden" or "sacred" in Arabic. It was the place housing mothers, wives, daughters and underage children in addition to eunuchs. So the famous Odalisques painted by […] |
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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 art. We will be exploring abstract drawing, collage and painting and will delve into colour, composition and technique.
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Vanessa has been running a Still Life Drawing Club for the last three years in Newark on Trent and brings this monthly club to the Settlement. The club focuses on bringing out each person’s individual style by everyone working from a still life arrangement of fascinating objects and given the freedom to respond in different […] |
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Join Martin Kaszak and Dave Oxley. An eclectic folk/blues duo with their own distinctive style. Their rich powerful voices are accompanied by a host of instruments including a 1930's National Steel Guitar. |
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Create your own country style, beautiful festive wreath including a selection of decorations and ribbon. Could be door hung or used as a table decoration for advent. Long lasting.
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Create your own country style, beautiful festive elongated table arrangement using sustainable materials and a selection of decorations. Long lasting to see you through the festive season! This makes a great crafting day out combined with the morning wreath making. |
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