Diary for November 2011
25th Calligraphy: Characters & Colour
25/11/2011 - 27/11/2011 The course will include experimenting with one or more of the following scripts: italic, foundational hand, uncial, Roman and italic capitals, Carolingian. These scripts will be used in pieces of work with short texts, incorporating colour in the pen and background as appropriate. There will be plenty of tutor demonstration and individual help throughout the weekend. Beginners and improvers will be taught basic skills and the more experienced calligraphers can work...
24th Cattistock: Film Night In The Savill Hall
Thursday 24th November - Evening A Film Night in the Savill Hall, for fete funds. [Go to https://www.cattistock.info for more info...]...
20th Hark The Herald Angels Sing
20/11/2011 - 20/11/2011 It’s always the season of good cheer when you’re singing with Sammy, and this one may have an additional festive touch. Come together and sing your hearts out in the beautiful location of Kingcombe. Sammy’s experience as a leader of singing workshops for many years and a background in soul, jazz and world music will lift your spirits and warm up your vocal cords ready for carolling time. The day will be full of joyful, hopeful songs, encouraging p...
18th Land Management
18/11/2011 - 18/11/2011 These tutors will be offering advice on what land you require to realise your goals or how the land you already have can benefit you and the environment. The day will cover grassland and grazing management. The day will also touch on boundary management, soil types and conservation. Best practice management for wildlife will be discussed. This course is ideal for those who have land or are hoping to acquire some and wish to be informed in effective small holding ma...
18th Living With Livestock
18/11/2011 - 20/11/2011 If you are thinking about taking on some livestock for the first time or have already taken the plunge and are in need of further guidance, then this is the ideal course for you. Take the next step from dreams and books and spend the weekend learning from Nick who has a lifetime's experience of handling all types of livestock; is master of his own smallholding and has worked on several conventional and organic farms. Tutor: Nick Cox Contact The Kin...
11th Fossils of the Jurassic Coast
11/11/2011 - 13/11/2011 Fill your weekend with fossil collecting and study. Friday evening will set the scene covering the importance of the fossils that come from the coast and the significance of the Jurassic Coast. One day will be spent scouring the beaches with an opportunity to visit the famous Horn Park Quarry. Saturday evening will be a hands on session with fossils from the coast - identification, classification and their importance to geological study. The second day will take yo...
11th Willow for Christmas
11/11/2011 - 11/11/2011 Get ready for Christmas by creating your own decorations out of willow. Tutor: Norah Kennedy Contact The Kingcombe Centre, Lower Kingcombe, Toller Porcorum, DT2 0EQ Tel: 01300 320684 Email: office@kingcombecentre.org.uk Website: www.kingcombe.org...
11th Yoga Retreat
11/11/2011 - 13/11/2011 Seize the chance to regroup and recharge in the nurturing and inspiring environment of Kingcombe. Yoga is an ancient practice originating in India and is about 5000 years old. The word yoga comes from the sanskrit word ‘yuj’ which means ‘to unite or integrate’, so in other words yoga is about integration of all the different aspects of being human; the physical, mental and the emotional. Yoga practice is for everybody, it can be tailored to ...
8th Willow Weaving
08/11/2011 - 10/11/2011 Enjoy making traditional willow baskets while learning about the history and traditions of this five thousand year old craft. This ever popular course will introduce you to the different weaves, colours and varieties of willow. You will leave Kingcombe with a great sense of achievement and pride in your creations which will typically be two or three round baskets or, if more experienced, an oval or square basket for use in the house or garden. Tutor: Norah Kenn...
5th Fur, Feathers, Prints & Poo
Fur, Feathers, Prints & Poo 05/11/2011 - 05/11/2011 Tracking can often lead to a more rewarding wildlife watching experience and proves invaluable to anyone who is keen to add that elusive species to their sightings list. Learn the skills of field craft including stalking and approaching species - even calling birds from the trees! Spend the day strolling along the hedgerows and through the fields surrounding the Kingcombe Centre to look for, and at, the signs different species ha...
4th Cattistock: Tennis Club Quiz Night
Friday 4th November - Evening Tennis Club Quiz Night in the Fox & Hounds. [Go to https://www.cattistock.info for more info...]...
18th Fitness Classes in Maiden Newton
We have just created a specific page with details on a range of fitness classes open to both new and experienced excersisers. Click here for more information on the classes available....
10th Benefit the local community from your Christmas Shopping
This Christmas, if you are planning to shop online for some (or all!) of your Christmas presents, make sure you visit www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/cattistockcf This webpage has been setup by the Cattistock Community Fund, who's aim is to raise funds for a variety of causes and projects that benefit both Cattistock and the surrounding area. These include the Savill Hall and First Responders. How it works Your on-line purchases cost exactly the same as they would by going ...
8th This Day In 1994 - Keeping Watch At Church
Tranquil but not alone: St Mary’s in Maiden Newton may look like any other church but it is celebrating a special birthday. A year ago an appeal for volunteers went out to help in a new scheme called Church Watch. Thirty people came forward to join a rota to keep an eye on the building, checking for vandalism or theft. Of the original 30 only five have had to drop out and others have been very willing to fill the gaps. The Parochial Church Council has expressed its thanks to this ga...
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