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Travel through time and history, from the Keep, with its dungeon and the cell where Edward II is said to have been murdered, to the Drawing Rooms, with their fine upholstery, chandeliers and silver lamps. Visitors can see superb silver, paintings from the 16th-20th centuries, fine furniture and a unique spider’s-web ceiling. Discover the colourful […]
› Read moreJapanese Textiles with tutor Bela Kielt During this course you will look at Shibori, a Japanese manual resist dyeing technique which produces patterns on fabric. Explore through 6 techniques and create your own small piece that can be stitched on. This course will include some numeracy and geometric patterns as well as symmetry to help […]
› Read moreIntroducing Sensory Sessioins: Your Ultimate Ice Skating Haven! 🌟 Experience Ice Skating Like Never Before 🌟 Are you ready for an ice-skating adventure that’s truly exceptional? Look no further than the Gateway Ice Rink’s exclusive Sensory Friendly sessions! We’re turning your ice-skating dreams into a reality, and we’re doing it in style. Here’s why Sensory […]
› Read moreMaking and Mending with tutor Jo Teague Ever wanted to learn how to sew? Give it a go with this new course! Each week you will be learning a little about hand and machine sewing to make some simple useful bags which you can give as gifts. Using recycled materials and new skills you will […]
› Read moreCome join us for our ‘spooktacular’ 👻 Halloween night on Tuesday, 31st October!⠀ If you haven’t joined us before, you MUST! An All INCLUSIVE night of dancing – Trick or treat yourself to some fun! 🎃 It’s going to be a crazy Halloween – we can feel it in our bones! 💀⠀ ⠀ […]
› Read moreJoin Bloodhound Education for the autumn Of Course We Can event; All About Cars. Try something new, expand your knowledge, and meet new friends whilst having fun. Attendees can take part in practical activities linked to the Bloodhound 1,000mph car, exploring science and engineering in a safe and supportive environment. Build and test prototype cars […]
› Read moreWe pride ourselves on our personal and caring approach, and our focus is to help you progress and achieve success. Our courses provide the opportunity to learn a new skill, meet people, gain confidence and improve overall wellbeing. To take part in a course you will need to be accompanied by a carer/support worker and […]
› Read moreJoin Bloodhound Education for the autumn Of Course We Can event; All About Cars. Try something new, expand your knowledge, and meet new friends whilst having fun. Attendees can take part in practical activities linked to the Bloodhound 1,000mph car, exploring science and engineering in a safe and supportive environment. Build and test prototype cars […]
› Read moreSanta’s naughty elves have gone missing and they’re hiding at Batsford Arboretum – find them to win a prize! The Elf Hunt runs daily from 1st December 2023 to 7th January 2024 (except Christmas Day) and costs £3 per participating child, plus admission fees for children and accompanying adults. No booking required, just turn up […]
› Read moreTree of Life with tutor Warren Day Explore the use of natural materials to produce interesting and unusual artwork with an organic twist. Take inspiration from the stunning colours found in an Autumnal Forest of Dean setting. Your work will be exhibited at the Dean Heritage Centre, highlighting how spending time amongst the trees positively […]
› Read moreRiveted Realm with tutor Warren Day Get your spanner and rivet guns ready as we are going to explore the amazing world of steampunk. We will experiment with a variety of media to create strange but familiar items such as the iconic bird mask worn by plague doctors and other accessories. This course follows on […]
› Read moreReady Thready Go with tutor Jo Teague Come and stitch with us! On this course we will try new sewing techniques, experiment with texture and create your own pattern design. A great group for someone who enjoys taking time to stitch and add details in interesting ways. This course will run on the following dates: […]
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