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Welcome to our annual programme of courses and events. In 2016, we are delighted to welcome many new faces to our course programme including Andrew Griffiths, Ivor Twydell, Mary Reynolds
Thompson and Masashi Minagawa.
Other tutors include Chloe Goodchild, Satish
Kumar, Gavin Pretor-Pinney and Martin Sandbrook, following their attendance at Seed Festival: Planting Big Ideas in 2015.
We are also delighted to be hosting the Rising Women Rising World programme, alongside the many other trainings we host here.
Hawkwood is not just about learning – it is about the whole experience from the beautiful setting and the excellent tutors to the delicious food!
We look forward to seeing you at Hawkwood in 2016.
Alicia Carey Principal
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42 Artists Residencies
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48 Hire our Venue
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Welcome to Hawkwood, an ethical centre providing courses,
facilitating training, offering venue hire and home of the
Centre for Future Thinking.
Our vision is about creating the world we want for now
and our future. We are a place that convenes people and
organisations from many disciplines in support of creative
endeavour, a flourishing society and a sustainable environment.
We aim to nurture and develop creativity that is personally
fulfilling and resource people to respond positively to our
current and future societal and environmental context.
Founded in 1948, Hawkwood is a registered charity and its
educational activity supports the wellbeing of people and
planet through diverse approaches. Situated in a Grade II
listed 19th Century country house, Hawkwood is surrounded
by 42 acres overlooking the Severn Vale, and includes
sustainably managed woodland, gardens and farmland
located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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Hawkwood’s Centre for Future Thinking programme provides a space for people to come together to explore their own and society’s values, and to question and debate the future of a rapidly changing world.
We invite innovative thinkers to address key issues
through a series of keynote events, dialogue days and
educational programmes.
This year we welcome Satish Kumar, Gill Coombs
and Martin Sandbrook amongst many others.
See pages 3, 7, 12, 16, 18, 34, 35 and 43.
Previous contributors include: Charles Eisenstein (Author
of Sacred Economics), Natalie Bennett (Green Party
Leader), Juliet Davenport (CEO Good Energy), Ed Gillespie
(Futerra and author of Only Planet), Jonathon Porritt
(Forum for the Future) and Arthur Potts Dawson (Economy
and Ecology of Kitchen).
Visit our website to see our talks on YouTube and
our latest programme:
www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/centreforfuturethinking
Rising Women Rising World In collaboration with Hawkwood’s Centre for Future Thinking
Rising Women Rising World is a growing, vibrant community of women on
all continents who take responsibility for co-creating a world that works for all.
The custodians of this mission are a committed group of professionals, who, over the
past 30 years have been shaping their respective fields: economics, business,
governance, security, health, ecology, media, culture, arts, education, spirituality and
indigenous wisdom. Our global network, power of collaboration and strategic
approach brings this work to fruition. The training and development programmes
empower women and men to reshape and rebalance the world.
Rising Women Gatherings Second Monday evening of every month at 8pm from 11 January by donation
Inner Action Foundation Workshop Friday 1 – Sunday 3 April Friday 24 – Sunday 26 June Friday 4 – Sunday 6 November This workshop is for people who care
deeply about the world, who know that
our current direction must change if
there is to be a future for our
grandchildren. It is for women and men
who have already developed self-
awareness and live consciously, who
are committed to building their inner
power in order to take effective action
in shaping the future.
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Facilitator TrainingMonday 10 – Friday 14 October This Facilitator Training will enable those
who are suitably qualified to deliver the
basic Inner Action course, as part of the
Rising Women Rising World core curriculum.
£875
Karen Downes brings 30 years of
business experience from a highly successful
international career as an entrepreneur,
business consultant, facilitator and
performance coach. She has also worked as
a campaigner on the ground in India and
Bangledesh with The Hunger Project.
Hetty Einzig is an independent executive
coach, trainer and facilitator working globally
with individuals, teams and groups in the areas
of leadership development, transpersonal
coaching and emotional intelligence, across
corporate, private and public sectors.
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Happy New You!Friday 8 – Sunday 10 January An uplifting, inspiring and practical
weekend to help you find positive new
directions for 2016. We’ll sample a
range of evidence-based techniques
that raise and recover well-being.
You will come away with your own
personal toolbox of happiness
boosters, which open the gateway to
a flourishing life full of purpose,
resilience and happiness.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Miriam Akhtar mapp is a positive
psychologist and one of 100 global experts
who contributed to the World Book of
Happiness. She is passionate about sharing
the scientifically-grounded habits of
happiness. She works as a coach & trainer
and is a happiness champion in Bristol. She
is the author of Positive Psychology for
Overcoming Depression and the co-
presenter of the Happiness Training Plan.
The Sacred ClownA New Year RetreatFriday 8 – Sunday 10 JanuaryThis weekend explores The Sacred
Clown through dance, stillness, mime,
improvisation, meditation and the red
nose. Infused with mindfulness, we will
explore a sense of arriving into the
moment. We will let our imagination
support and lead us to discover a sense
of wonder and play at the New Year.
Open to beginners and those with
more experience.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Reuben Kay studied at the Fool at Heart
School of Sacred Clowning under Didier
Danthois; including a three year course
The Sacred Clown as Healer (1996-98).
He now runs his own Sacred Clown
workshops and for 15 years, he has
performed widely as a mime clown.
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Nia DanceYael HochenbergSunday 10 January 9.30am – 5pmCombines dance and martial arts forms
to soul stirring music.
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Wild WritingKevan ManwaringEvery Wednesday from 13 January 7.15pm – 9.15pmA ten-week evening writing course to
explore new edges in self-expression.
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From Scarlatti to the 60sCraig OgdenFriday 22 January 8pm – 9pmConcert by chart topping
classical guitarist.
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transform your life! Daily yoga, a
4 day organic juice fast, liver flush,
deep tissue massage and colon
hydrotherapy. Matrix Regeneration
Bioresonance massage and Cell and
Matrix Regeneration is used to heal the
kidneys, liver, lungs and colon.
Everyone will receive two massages,
4 MRT’s, 4 CMR’s and two colonics.
A rare opportunity to detox with an
expert in this field.
single room residential stay £850
all inclusive
Dr Kitty Campion is a pioneer in the field
of energy medicine, as well as a trained
medical herbalist, iridologist, an extensively
trained bodyworker with 38 years of
experience. Kitty will be joined by a number
of therapists on this retreat.
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Meaningful Work: Fulfilling LifeFriday 22 – Sunday 24 JanuaryAre you happy in your job? Do you feel
your work is appreciated? Is your work
aligned with your personal values?
In today’s working world, increasing
numbers of people are saying no to
some or all of these questions. Through
discussion, creative activity and
individual reflection, you’ll get a deeper
understanding of your unique gifts,
more clarity about the difference you
want to make in the world, and some
first steps towards doing work you love.
A free follow-up 1:1 coaching session
via Skype is included for those who’d
like it.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Gill Coombs MSc describes herself as a
Thought Provoker. Author of Hearing our
Calling, she brings a diverse work history,
many years of coaching and group
facilitation, a relaxed, friendly, compassionate
approach and a deep commitment to the
importance of finding our calling in the world.
February Day Courses & Events
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Who am I Without my Work?Nigel WestawaySaturday 6 February 9.30am – 5pmConstructive guidance for people
approaching or in recent retirement.
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Earth Voice ChoirLara ConleyFirst Tuesday of every month 6pm – 7.30pmPlayful improvised harmony and
original songs. Open to all, no auditions.
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Acupuncture ClinicSam May LicAc, MBAcC
Tuesdays all year 10am – 1pm£15 – £25
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Yoga for Ease and FreedomKatie Lloyd-NunnWednesdays all year 5.45pm – 7pmGentle, relaxing yoga in the Scaravelli
style. Please contact Katie in advance
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drawing as meditation and is suitable
for all levels. Inspired by the work of
Frederick Franck, author of The Zen of
Seeing, the emphasis is on process
rather than outcome. This fascinating
method stimulates us to observe the
beauty of everyday life and capture its
essence in simple drawings.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
materials list is sent on booking
Anna Black has been teaching
mindfulness since 2006 and is the author of
Living in the Moment (Cico Books, 2012) and
the forthcoming Living in the Moment @
Work. She is the UK’s only certified and
licensed Drawing on the Right Side of the
Brain teacher.
Guitar MasterclassFriday 22 – Sunday 24 JanuaryA masterclass opportunity to study with
one of the best classical guitarists of
our generation. This enjoyable, intense
weekend study course is suitable for
experienced players and advanced
students with a minimum skill level of
Grade 8 guitar. There will be ensemble
work as well as masterclass tutorials.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Craig Ogden is principal lecturer in guitar
at the Royal Northern College of Music in
Manchester, visiting lecturer at London’s
Royal College of Music, associate artist of
the Bridgewater Hall in Manchester and
director of the Dean & Chadlington Summer
Music Festival. He has also recorded
extensively and has reached No 1 in the
classical charts with his albums The
Guitarist, Summertime and Summer Guitar.
Hear Craig Ogden in concert From Scarlatti to the 60s Friday 22 January 8pm
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Helen ChadwickFriday 19 – Sunday 21 FebruaryA creative, rewarding and accessible
weekend for anyone who would like to
try composing songs. Starting with
simple phrases and harmonies, we will
build up songs in different ways,
working individually, in pairs and in
small groups. Bring along any texts or
poems you would like to compose into
songs, and musical instruments are
welcome too. Suitable for people with
some experience of harmony singing.
single £280; shared £245; non res £195
Helen Chadwick is a performance
creator, singer and composer whose work
has been commissioned by the Royal Opera
House, English Touring Opera and the BBC.
She has written over 250 songs and has
recorded 10 albums.
Exquisite Japanese EmbroideryMonday 21 - Friday 25 FebruaryThis unique art form originated in
Buddhist temples and is used for the
elaborate decoration of Kimonos. This
rarely taught skill has been based at
Hawkwood for over fifteen years. Using
traditional methods and techniques you
will produce truly stunning works of art
and learn about Japanese culture. All
levels are welcome.
single £490; shared £425; non-res £335
materials extra
Jackie Hall has worked with needlecraft
for over 20 years and Japanese Embroidery
for 18 years. She has exhibited in England,
New Zealand, and United States and at the
World Exhibition in Tokyo.
This course also runs on 24 – 27 April, 17 – 21 July and 13 – 17 November Please see our website or call the
Hawkwood office for more information.
Folk Orchestra and Ukulele WeekendFriday 12 – Sunday 14 FebruaryWhatever acoustic instrument you play
(ukulele, fiddle, fretted instruments,
whistles/flute, squeeze boxes or
similar) you’re welcome! You are also
welcome if you would like to sing. We’ll
work through about eight tunes and
songs, splitting into smaller groups
where necessary. Then we’ll come back
together for a recorded whole
‘orchestra’ performance on Sunday.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Jon Bennett is a multi-instrumentalist
specialising in singing, fretted instruments,
bodhran and whistles. He has taught
individuals and groups at festivals and
events across the country and is based
in Oxford.
Winter Rest-ivalSunday 14 – Thursday 18 FebruaryLooking for some space for rest and
renewal in a quiet time of year?
There will be daily mindfulness
practice, writing, meditation and
Qi Gong or yoga, as well as time in
nature and painting. Delicious home-
cooked food and pampering
therapeutic treatments are on offer.
Come with a partner or make new
friends in a cosy, beautiful setting.
single £495; shared £425; non-res £340
Margot Henderson is a Scots-Irish poet,
storyteller and community artist. She
teaches mindfulness meditation and is a
Cultural Creative Specialist with The Art of
Mentoring UK.
Katie Lloyd-Nunn teaches yoga in the
Scaravelli style and loves being outdoors in
nature or gardening with others. She is part
of the Hawkwood team.
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An English OrpheusCelebrating John Dowland, his friends and successorsFriday 4 – Sunday 6 MarchA wonderful opportunity to study with
one of the world’s most renowned
sopranos, Dame Emma Kirby and
lutenist David Miller. This course will
include masterclasses and group work
and all voice types are encouraged to
apply as the repertoire will include
Dowland songs in one, two and four
parts. Applications are due by Friday
29 January 2016. Please call the office
01453 759034 for the application
process. Observers rates available,
please enquire.
single £285; shared £255; non-res £200
Emma Kirkby DBE is an English soprano
singer and early music specialist.
David Miller is a long established soloist
and well known as an accompanist and
continuo player on lute, theorbo and
early guitars.
Showcase sing-through concert 2.30 – 3.30pm on Sunday 6 March
Flutes Inspired with Elisabeth HobbsFriday 11 - Sunday 13 MarchDo you love playing the flute? Would
you like to improve your flute skills in
an encouraging and supportive
environment? Elisabeth’s focus is on
helping you to make real progress in
your flute-playing journey. This
intensive weekend course includes
flute choir, chamber music, and
technique classes.There will also be
yoga and Feldenkrais sessions to deal
with tension in your playing and the
opportunity to work on issues around
performance anxiety.
single £330; shared £295; non-res £250
Elisabeth Hobbs is an internationally
acclaimed flautist, teacher and ensemble
director. She specialises in working with
adult students through Flutes Inspired.
She is editor of the flute magazine PAN,
and is currently collaborating with Sir James
Galway on his biography.
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Viol ConsortsFriday 26 – Sunday 28 February This weekend is run by two well-known,
experienced players and can include
opportunities to play from facsimiles.
Care will be taken to form groups of
compatible players. A good level of
playing and sight reading is expected
and pre-formed consorts are also
welcome. Players with Renaissance
viols are welcome to bring their
instruments. Early application is advised.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Jane Francis (Baroque cello, viola da
gamba) is well known as both a teacher and
freelance performer. David Hatcher
(cello, viola da gamba) has recorded with
Anthony Rooley, Evelyn Tubb and Bach
Collegium of Japan, among others.
They have both performed with Dame Emma
Kirkby DBE.
March Day Courses & Events
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English Orpheus ConcertSunday 6 March 2.30pm – 3.30pm£10 to the Eileen Nesfield-Cookson
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Therapeutic Balm MakingJonathan CodeSunday 6 March 9.30am – 5pm£80 including materials
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Ecology and Society Satish KumarSaturday 12 March 8pm – 9.30pm £7
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Introduction to MeditationNicola BelleSaturday 19 March 9.30am – 5pm£70
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Men in Transition Jay Ramsay and Nick ClementsSunday 20 March 9.30am – 5pmDiscuss and share challenges in life.
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Friday 11 – Sunday 13 MarchJoin Satish Kumar for a weekend of
exploration and discussion. The future
well being of humanity and the earth is
dependent on a new world view in
which the care of the planet,
nourishment of the soul and the
nurturing of the human community are
integrated and seen as a continuum.
Our reverence for the earth, our care of
the soul and a just order in society
represent a vision of sustainability,
spirituality and justice.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Satish Kumar, a former monk and
long-term peace and environment activist,
has been quietly setting the global agenda
for change for over 50 years. Editor of
Resurgence magazine, he is also a guiding
spirit behind Schumacher College and
appears regularly on BBC Radio’s Thought
for the Day and Midweek.
Public Talk Saturday 12 March 8pm – 9.30pm
The Naked VoiceLiberate your self-leadership skills and true authority: spoken-sung voice communication for the collective soulThursday 31 March – Friday 1 AprilThis short course is the beginning of an
ongoing enquiry with Chloe Goodchild
at Hawkwood, designed for singers,
voice practitioners and those who
recognise the power and potential of
sound as a creative pathway of the
soul. Participants will need to have
worked with Chloe before and to have
an established vocal and devotional
practice in their own lives.
single £155; shared £135; non-res £115
Chloë Goodchild is an international
singer and innovatory educator. The Naked
Voice Charitable Foundation is dedicated to
the transforming practice of self-awareness
and conscious communication skills,
through spoken and sung voice, together
with experiential research into the voice as
one of humanity’s most untapped
resources for personal and global evolution
and transformation.
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Aurora Wind Chamber Music CourseFriday 8 – Sunday 10 AprilFor the seventeenth successive year,
the Aurora Ensemble returns to
Hawkwood to run their popular Wind
Chamber Music Course. The course is
open to all players of the flute, oboe,
clarinet, horn and bassoon – grade 5 or
above. Early booking is advisable for
flutes and clarinets as these
instruments tend to become
oversubscribed first! For more
information on repertoire and further
course details please see the
Hawkwood website.
Please note registration for this course
is between 10am – 11am on Friday.
single £330; shared £295; non-res £250
Prize winning wind quintet, The Aurora Ensemble, will be visiting Hawkwood as
part of their busy 2015 – 2016 season.
Gwenllian Davies (oboe), Andrew Mason (clarinet), Stuart Russell (bassoon) Helen Shillito (horn) Maxine Willis (flute).
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Overcoming Performance Anxiety for MusiciansElmer PorterThursday 7 April 1pm – 9pm £75
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Painting the Seasons: SpringLiri FilippiniSaturday 9 April 9.30am – 5pm£75
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Money UnveiledArthur EdwardsSunday 10 April 9.30am – 5pmMake sense of finance and money
with an expert tutor in economics and
financial literacy.
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Discovering WinePublic Talk and Wine tasting Monty WaldinSaturday 23 April 8pmPublic talk on organic and biodynamic
wine with wine tasting .
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Discovering WineFriday 22 – Sunday 24 AprilMonty Waldin’s down-to-earth
approach to wine and passion for
biodynamics was revealed in his
Channel 4 show Chateau Monty. Join us
for a weekend to learn about the
history of wine, tastings and how to
make wine. This weekend will enable
you choose and enjoy wines with
renewed confidence.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Monty Waldin is a biodynamic wine
writer, critic, consultant and wine grower and
a leading authority on organic wine and
biodynamic wine. In 2007 he was the star of
the Channel 4’s Chateau Monty, following his
project to establish a new biodynamic
vineyard in the south of France. He currently
lives in Tuscany and will be coming to the UK
for this course.
There will be an open talk and wine tasting at 8pm on Saturday 23 April
Running with the Mind of MeditationFriday 29 April – Sunday 1 May This weekend is for new, casual or very
experienced runners. It is about
running and the mind that runs!
There will be an introduction, guided
mindfulness/awareness meditation,
group discussions and a chance to talk
one-to-one with the tutors about
meditation and your running style and
any problems that you encounter.
Our runs will take us into the
beautiful Cotswold landscape
surrounding Hawkwood.
single £280; shared £250; non-res £200
John Seex is a psychotherapist,
organisational consultant and part-time
runner! John has also been practising and
teaching meditation for over 20 years and is
a student in the Shambhala tradition.
Henry Astor is a film maker based in
Oxfordshire and an avid runner who
regularly competes in ultramarathons and
tries to practice running meditation on a
daily basis.
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May Day Courses & Events
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Introduction to Sounding BowlsTobias KayeSunday 1 May 9.30am – 5pmLearn to play sounding bowls sculpted
from wood and tuned with strings. £75
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Creative Writing ToolkitFiona LongsdonWednesday 11 May – Wednesday 22 June 9.30am – 11.30amA 6 week course. £70
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The Dark Night of the SoulWilliam MeaderFriday 20 May 8pmPublic Talk on Esoteric Philosophy.
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Speaking with Confidence Nicola BelleSunday 22 May 9.30am – 5pmAcquire the skills to express yourself
naturally, effectively and with clarity.
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1 Open DayAn enjoyable day for the whole family!
Monday 2 May 10am – 5pmFree taster workshops from our
extensive 2016 programme, stalls,
delicious home-made organic food
and ice cream, children’s activities,
live music and singing, Maypole
dancing and more. Last year we
welcomed over 1,000 people to this
special day. Come and join the fun!
Free entry
Parking £3 per car
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Laughter Yoga RetreatConnect with your zest for lifeFriday 6 – Sunday 8 MayHow do laughter practices help you
come alive, connect and engage? How
do they lift your mood and spirit? Why
are hundreds of thousands of people
worldwide now using them? It’s
surprising this ancient practice was
ever forgotten. Come and experience
how laughter yoga and natural laughter
skills (NLS) inspire, energise and help
heal people’s lives.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Joe Hoare co-authored with the Barefoot
Doctor, Awakening the Laughing Buddha
Within. He trained in laughter yoga with Dr
Kataria in 2002 and his Bristol Laughter Club
is the longest-running series of laughter
yoga workshops outside India. He works
with clients in all sectors of life: business,
charity, education & personal.
“It is time to take laughter seriously.” Dr Madan Kataria
Mindful LeaderFriday 13 – Sunday 15 MayIn both professional and personal
leadership roles, the pace and
pressures of the modern age can often
leave us struggling to cope. The
practice of mindfulness offers a fresh
approach to meeting these challenges.
This course will teach us how to be
mindful leaders and how to combine
traditional business and leadership
skills with training of the mind so as to
enhance focus, clarity, creativity,
resilience and compassion.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Ivor Twydell is a coach, facilitator and
mindfulness teacher who specialises in
conscious leadership. With extensive
personal experience of leading in
challenging environments, he now works
with his clients to facilitate greater
self-awareness and a change in mindset and
beliefs so they can lead from their heart
and intuition as well as head.
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Esoteric Philosophy with William MeaderFriday 20 – Sunday 22 MayThis intensive study weekend based
upon the Ageless Wisdom teachings
will be of interest to those familiar with
the writings of Alice Bailey and the
literature of Theosophy. William’s
passion is to teach people the deeper
implications of modern spiritual
development and the means to
express the soul more effectively in the
outer world.
Before 1 March:
single £300; shared £270; non-res £225
After 1 March:
single £320; shared £290; non-res £245
William Meader has been a student and
international teacher of esoteric philosophy
for over 20 years.
William will give a public talk on Friday 20 May 8pm
Reclaiming the Wild SoulWriting from Earth’s landscapesFriday 20 – Sunday 22 MayThis writing course introduces
participants to five landscapes of the
Earth; deserts, forests, oceans and
rivers, mountains and grasslands, as
aspects of our own psyche and souls.
Together, these Earth archetypes form a
vibrant foundation for self-discovery
and a pathway to wholeness. We’ll
deepen our journey into the great Earth
matrix through contemplating a
mandala, poetry writing and journal
reflection and sharing. No previous
writing experience required.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Mary Reynolds Thompson is an
international teacher and facilitator of poetry
and journal therapy, and serves as core
faculty for the Therapeutic Writing Institute
in Colorado. Her book Reclaiming the Wild
Soul is described by Brian Swimme as “a
gateway into the great spiritual journey of
our time: that of non-dual consciousness,
also called spiritual ecology”.
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Russian Choral GemsFriday 27 – Sunday 29 MayJoin celebrated choral conductor Gavin
Carr to explore some of the most
glorious music ever written. ‘Russian
Choral Gems’ will feature masterpieces
by Tchaikovsky, Glinka, and
Rachmaninov. Gavin studied with
famed Russian soprano Galina
Vishnevskaya and has performed in
Russia. No previous familiarity with
Russian chorus necessary – all will be
revealed, in an engaging
and thoroughly relaxed weekend
exploring this life-enhancing music!
single £260; shared £225; non res £180
Gavin Carr is a celebrated conductor and
baritone of international standing, with wide
experience in both the opera and choral
worlds. Director of the Bournemouth
Symphony Chorus among others, he
regularly conducts workshops and
performances around the world with a host
of top choirs and orchestras.
Sustainability Toolkit: Introduction to Systems ThinkingFriday 27 – Sunday 29 MayThis introductory course makes the link
between sustainability and systems
thinking, and offers some tools for
working with complexity and
uncertainty. By the end of the course,
you will have been introduced to
systems thinking and its relevance to
sustainability, learning how to apply it
in practice, through action experiment,
the key tool in the systems toolkit.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Martin Sandbrook has been an
accountant, a senior manager, a consultant
and a university lecturer. He now combines
his interest in sustainability and systems
thinking with his experience in management,
supporting people to make the shift to a
more systemic approach to action and change.
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LifelinesLife Drawing, a Language of the Senses Friday 24 – Sunday 26 JuneDiscover the richness and vitality of life
drawing. A unique approach supporting
a natural, spontaneous response to the
models’ gestures and movement using
watery ink, earth pigments and lots of
paper! This instinctive form of life
drawing is freeing for artists of all levels
and offers a new vocabulary for
expressing yourself through drawing.
single £275; shared £245; non-res £200
materials extra £25
Morag Donnelly BA Fine Art, artist and
dancer has deep insight into the craft of life
drawing, based on 15 years’ experience as
both model and as guide. Her mentor is
Meriel Gold (Hoare), former pupil of
Cecil Collins, whose drawnhome courses
are internationally renowned. She is
accompanied by her partner, musician and
life model Paul Cerigo.
“Like pure oil for a rusty body and soul.” M. Tobita, Artist
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Cloud AppreciationSaturday 11 June 9.30pm – 5pm Join us for an inspirational day to learn
everything there is to know about
clouds. Learn to identify the many
cloud formations, understand the
science of clouds, enjoy a journey
through the sky in art and literature
and discover why cloudspotting might
just be the perfect antidote to the
pressures of the digital world.
£75
Gavin Pretor-Pinney is the founder of
The Cloud Appreciation Society, a global
organisation he set up to fight ‘blue sky
thinking’. He is also the co-founder and
creative director of The Idler magazine
and author of bestselling The Cloudspotter’s
Guide and editor of A Pig with Six Legs and
Other Clouds.
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The Healing Art of the Voice in Celtic ShamanismThursday 7 – Sunday 10 JulyThe human voice’s ability to heal, to
express our innermost being and
spirituality, is often neglected, yet to
sing is to touch the deepest parts of
ourselves, bypassing all barriers.
We will explore the use of the voice in
shamanic practice, using toning and
keening to access our inner worlds,
and exploring the use of chant.
Based upon the musical modes of
ancient Ireland.
single £395; shared £340; non-res £275
Cait Branigan is a healer working within
the traditions of Ireland. She works with
individuals at her healing centre in Co.
Wexford, and teaches internationally.
Caitlín Matthews is a writer, singer and
shamanic healer. Her latest book is The Lost
Book of the Grail, with John Matthews.
Fertility: A holistic approachFriday 8 – Sunday 10 JulyA weekend of talks, workshops and
practical advice illuminating the holistic
approach to fertility, intended for
anyone trying to conceive either
naturally or with the aid of conventional
medical interventions. The course
offers an informative overview of the
subject, nutritional advice,
acupressure, Qi Gong and meditation.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Sam May is an experienced
acupuncturist. He brings over 20 years
experience of teaching in both clinical and
traditional settings.
Natalie McGrorty is a holistic-healthcare
practitioner, with particular expertise in
supporting women and their partners to
realise optimal fertility. She brings a wealth
of knowledge and over 15 years of
experience to her practice, which includes
health coaching and diet nutrition education.
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Singing Bowl InitiationTon Akkermans and Carolina SchomperTuesday 19 – Wednesday 20 JulyFor experienced singing bowl
practitioners.
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Create a Singing BellTon Akkermans and Carolina SchomperThursday 21 – Friday 22 JulyForge your very own singing bell with a
master craftsman.
single £145; shared £130; non-res £110
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Natural NavigationFriday 8 July 9.30am – 5pmThis fascinating course provides a
general introduction, practical
instruction, basic celestial theory and a
chance to practice some of the skills on
a walk in the Cotswold countryside.
Participants are guaranteed a unique
insight into the subject with the help of
Tristan’s unique collection of natural
navigation photographs and video.
No previous experience is necessary.
£80
Tristan Gooley is author of several books
and a navigator. He has led expeditions in
five continents and has walked and studied
in some of the remotest regions on Earth.
He has written for the Sunday Times, the
New York Times, the BBC, The Financial
Times and many other periodicals.
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Madrigals & Motets!Sunday 10 – Wednesday 13 JulyCome and join us to sing some of the
most exquisite examples of vocal
chamber music ever written. Beautifully
crafted, wonderful to sing and full of
passion, our programme includes
madrigals, motets and a few surprises.
For experienced singers or those
comfortable with sight singing.
single £355; shared £305; non-res £235
Andrew Griffiths is a founder member
of the choral group Stile Antico and has also
worked as a conductor at Glyndebourne,
ENO, Scottish Opera, WNO, Chicago Opera
Theatre and with the BBC Symphony and
Scottish Symphony Orchestras.
“Conductor Andrew Griffiths demonstrated a keen sense of style and dramatic momentum, drawing superb, stylish playing…” Opera Today
Summer Rest-ivalSunday 17 – Thursday 21 JulyDo you long to slow down? This is an
invitation to make some space for rest
and renewal. There will be daily
mindfulness practice, writing,
meditation and Qi Gong or yoga, as well
as solo time in nature and painting.
Delicious home-cooked food and
pampering therapeutic treatments are
on offer. Come with a partner or make
new friends in a beautiful setting in
high summer.
single £495; shared £425; non-res £340
Margot Henderson is a Scots-Irish poet,
storyteller and community artist. She
teaches mindfulness meditation and is a
Cultural Creative specialist with The Art of
Mentoring UK.
Katie Lloyd-Nunn teaches yoga in the
Scaravelli style and loves being outdoors in
nature or gardening with others.
“Deeply touching… like a pilgrimage to my heart.”
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Create a Singing Bowl A meditative process with a master craftsmanFriday 15 – Tuesday 19 JulyGenerations of smiths and
coppersmiths have dedicated their
work to the search for the One Perfect
All-Transcending Sound. Under Ton’s
friendly, professional supervision you
will learn the technique of forging to
create your own singing bowl. The
rhythm of metal work, the heat of the
forge and the process of shaping your
own instrument in an outdoor studio
offers a unique combination of physical
and spiritual engagement.
single £640; shared £565; non-res £450.
materials extra £25 – £50
Ton Akkermans is a gifted blacksmith
from Holland with extensive knowledge
of singing bowls and metal instruments of
ancient Tibet. He is assisted during the
course by Carolina Schomper, a
dancer, artist and energy worker.
A concert, initiation day and day workshop are offered after the course
ShintaidoFriday 22 – Sunday 24 JulyShintaido is based on traditional
Japanese martial arts with the
emphasis on self development and
artistic expression rather than self
defence. The weekend includes a wide
range of movements, some being open
and energetic while others are soft and
meditative. The practice is suitable for
people of all levels of experience,
fitness or physical ability.
single £295; shared £260; non-res £220
Masashi Minagawa was one of the
founding members of Shintaido in Japan.
He is one of only four doshu (masters) in the
world, and so we are fortunate to have him
here in the UK for this course.
Nagako Cooper began to practice
Shintaido in Tokyo in 1994 and has lived in
UK since 1999, raising her family and
teaching in the Stroud area.
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begin with registration 4pm – 6pm on Friday and end at 4pm Sunday. Day courses
run 9.30am – 5pm. No experience is necessary – everyone is welcome.
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Raku Pottery WeekendFriday 15 – Sunday 17 JulyRaku is all about glazes and experimentation.
Start with decoration and go on to making
simple pots and trying various firing
methods with expert Allen Richards.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
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Japanese EmbroiderySee page 9
Create a Singing Bowl or BellSee pages 20 & 23
Nia DanceFriday 22 JulyA fun and invigorating approach that
blends dance, healing and martial arts.
With inspiring world music, Nia makes
the whole body smile and feel alive,
with Yael Hochenberg. £70
Woodcarving Taster DayFriday 22 JulyLearn all the basics about wood and
how to work it to create effects with
different tools and techniques, with
David Lovemore, sculptor in residence.
£75 including materials
Summer Painting WeekendFriday 22 – Sunday 24 JulyExplore your creativity and connect with
the atmosphere of summer with an
Anthroposophical approach to painting
Liri Filippini, artist and art therapist.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
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Drawing in Charcoal and GraphiteSaturday 23 – Sunday 24 JulyLearn how to work on a larger scale
with fluid movements using the flexible
media of graphite and charcoal with
artist Nigel Westaway.
£145 including materials
Silver Wire Jewellery Monday 25 JulyLynne Churchley will introduce
techniques to make simple drop
earrings, articulated earrings and
beaded bracelets.
£75 including materials
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Tuesday 26 JulyThis meditative drawing method
creates abstract art by drawing and
shading simple patterns. Relaxing,
satisfying and creative. Led by Lesley Roberts, certified teacher and coach.
£75 including materials
How to Get Your Book PublishedTuesday 26 JulyFor creative writers and would-be
authors with an idea or completed
draft. Published author Nikki Owen
reveals tips from securing an agent to
bagging a book deal.
£70
How to Write a StoryWednesday 27 JulyThis enlivening day with writer Fiona Longsdon will stimulate your
imagination and help you tease out a
story from the everyday material that
surrounds us.
£70
Fabric Printing with FlowersWednesday 27 JulyTransferring colour from flowers and
other plants into beautiful repeat
patterns to make a silk scarf with textile
artist and designer Babs Behan.
£75 including materials
Fun with CalligraphyThursday 28 JulyUsing straightforward techniques and
easily accessible materials, Fiona Mitchell will guide you through simple
projects to get you started with calligraphy.
£70 including materials
Song WritingThursday 28 JulyBring your ideas and creativity to create
your own song in a supportive group
with singer songwriter Lara Conley. £70
Sketching: Ink & WatercolourThursday 28 JulyA relaxed day of demonstration led
exercises to develop your confidence
in sketching on location with Alison Vickery, popular local artist.
£75 please bring materials
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Dance the Circle RoundFriday 5 – Sunday 7 AugustThis weekend of circle dancing will
explore the myths, folk-lore and iconic
imagery surrounding that most
symbolic of fruits – the apple. Using
both traditional dances and modern
choreographies from around the world,
Stephanie will lead the group on a
merry path of discovery, treading the
green and golden lands under the
apple bough. Time to wander and
spaces for rest and renewal are built
into the timetable. Some dance
experience necessary.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Stephanie Rose celebrates 25 years of
teaching circle dance on this particular
weekend, and is happy to report it is still her
passion and her joy! She leads regular
groups, day workshops and residential
courses, inspiring dancers with her warm
and easy-going teaching style and vibrant,
creative themes.
Qi Gong Meditation RetreatWednesday 17 – Sunday 21 AugustThe main focus of these five days is the
study of Taijiwuxigong (a Qi Gong
system) for self-healing, allowing us to
come more into our real nature or our
true state of being. This is characterised
by an increased sense of physical
health, emotional ease and mental
clarity. The course will be a mixture of
moving, standing and sitting exercises.
single £525; shared £495; non-res £395
Andy Henry is a well-established teacher
and healer in the Qi Gong field with over 20
years working experience. One of the main
influences of his work has been Dr Shen
Hongxun, the founder of Taijiwuxigong and
Buqi healing. He maintains a busy teaching
and treatment schedule in England, Portugal
and Spain.
Drawing with Paper, Cloth and Thread Friday 29 – Sunday 31 JulyExplore observation and expression
and encounter experimental ways of
making marks and developing surfaces
in two and three dimensional
compositions with textile and mixed-
media artist Gizella Warburton.
single £280; shared £250; non-res £205
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Poetic Edges WeekendWriting and self-expressionFriday 29 – Sunday 31 JulyA series of brilliant, original exercises
extends our receptivity and
imagination, bringing us to our
creative ‘edges’ to progress in our
writing craft, with published poet,
author and therapist Jay Ramsay.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
including materials
“ I now feel totally inspired and enriched, encouraged and on my way… Well held with care, humility, lightness and humour.”
The Sacred Clown: Summer RetreatFriday 5 – Sunday 7 August From stillness and meditation to
movement, mime and improvisation,
this course offers a gentle, fun and
creative introduction to The Sacred
Clown. There will also be a chance to
unwind in the nurturing space of
Hawkwood and its beautiful grounds.
Open to beginners and those with
more experience.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Reuben Kay studied at the Fool at Heart
School of Sacred Clowning under Didier
Danthois; including a three year course
The Sacred Clown as Healer (1996-98).
For the past 15 years he has run his own
Sacred Clown workshops and has performed
widely as a mime clown.
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woodcarver and how to choose suitable
wood for a project. You will be introduced
to relief carving or in-the-round
sculpture. We will discuss the correct
selection and use of carving tools with
a discussion about purchasing tools,
equipment and maintenance.
All tools will be provided but if you have
your own please bring them.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
materials extra £5-20
David Lovemore is sculptor in residence
at Amber Sculpture Studio at Hawkwood.
David has many years of experience
teaching all ages and abilities. He runs
courses all year round in clay modelling,
wood and stone carving and basic casting.
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Kabbalistic Tree BuildingSunday 28 – Tuesday 30 August As a complement to the theory and practice
of Kabbalah this course guides you in
constructing a diagram of the Tree of
Life or Jacob’s Ladder, using acrylic paints.
single £325; shared £295; non res £245
Jonathon Clark has been a student of
Z’ev ben Shimon Halevi for many years.
Kabbalah Summer SchoolTuesday 30 August – Friday 2 September Kabbalah is a living tradition of universal
principles of existence. In its classical
and contemporary form it is relevant to
every nation and culture and covers the
four worlds of physicality, psychology,
spirituality and divinity. The summer
school includes contemplation, lectures,
guided imagery meditation as well as
time for conversation and walks in the
beautiful grounds and woods.
single £435; shared £385; non-res £305
Kurt Browne and Joanna Lapage-Browne have studied and worked with Z’ev
ben Shimon Halevi (Warren Kenton) since
the 1970s and run courses on the Tree of Life.
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AstrosophyConnecting to the starry worldFriday 26 – Sunday 28 AugustThis experiential weekend combines
astronomy, astrology and spiritual
science. We explore planetary gestures
with eurythmy, we walk the planets’
paths to experience their interaction and
we work on the characteristics of
nodes. The gathering is inspired by the
work of Rudolf Steiner and Willy Sucher.
No previous knowledge required.
single £200; shared £170; non-res £125
Juliette Elgrably is a eurythmist and has
supported the work of the Astrosophy group
for several years.
Ian Bailey works as a biodynamic farmer
at the Grange Village Camphill Trust.
Studying astrology with Hazel Straker in
1991 inspired an enduring interest in the
spiritual significance of the planets.
Make a Sun Hive: a hive for natural bee keepersFriday 26 – Sunday 28 AugustIn conjunction with other like-minded
beekeepers, the Natural Beekeeping
Trust develops and promotes a form of
beekeeping that is holistic, bee-centred
and chemical-free. Join us for an
inspirational weekend to make your own
Sun Hive – a natural hive which involves
weaving the straw skep baskets, which
are built to precise measurements. These
hives are designed by German sculptor,
Guenther Mancke, and represent the
fruits of many years of research into the
nature of the honeybee colony. At the
end of the weekend you will have your
own hive to take away with you.
single £550; shared £515; non-res £470
materials included
Rachel Hanney is an experienced bee
keeper whose tutorial skills are unsurpassed
and whose passion for the sun hive has
inspired numerous beekeepers.
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the philosophical and spiritual
traditions of the East and West. We
explore with Ravi some of the concerns
of eternal wisdom, including the nature
of Ultimate Reality, the spiritual and
material structure of the cosmos, and
the purpose of human incarnation. In
particular there will be a focus on the
teachings of the two major streams of
spirituality, the Abrahamic and the
Indian, and the suggestions which they
propose for spiritual development.
Before 30 June: single £340; shared
£305; non-res £260
After 30 June: single £360; shared
£325; non-res £280
Prof Ravi Ravindra PhD is a visionary,
scholar, and leading international speaker
on religion, science, and spirituality. He is
the author of fourteen books on religion,
science, mysticism, and spirituality.
Ravi will give a public talk on Friday 2 September 8pm
Rest and Restore RetreatFriday 2 – Sunday 4 SeptemberEscape for the weekend and truly rest
and recuperate. Enjoy yoga, mindful
breathing and healing meditation in the
most beautiful of surroundings. Leave
feeling refreshed, relaxed, and aware of
your full potential. No prior experience
of yoga or meditation required – this
course is accessible to all.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Melanie Skinner uses yoga to
transform from the inside out. She is a Yoga
Alliance registered teacher, teaching hatha
flow and restorative classes in Bristol.
“We practice simple yet deep meditation to uncover the truth, sequences which are kind and energising and using breath to calm, inspire, nurture.”
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Flutes InspiredMonday 5 – Thursday 8 SeptemberDo you love playing the flute? Would
you like to improve your flute skills in
an encouraging and supportive
environment? Elisabeth’s focus is on
helping you to make real progress in
your flute-playing journey. This
4-day course includes flute choir,
chamber music, technique classes and
an individual lesson. There will be yoga
and Feldenkrais sessions to deal with
tension in your playing and the
opportunity to work on issues around
performance anxiety.
The course begins at 9.30am
single £450; shared £400; non-res £335
Elisabeth Hobbs is an internationally
acclaimed flautist, teacher and ensemble
director. She specialises in working with
adult students through Flutes Inspired.
She is editor of the flute magazine PAN, and
is currently collaborating with Sir James
Galway on his biography.
Intuitive HerbalismThursday 22 – Sunday 25 September A rich weekend exploring the
abundance of plant medicine growing
around us. By working with individual
plants, you will deepen your ability to
unlock their wisdom. The course is
suitable for healthcare professionals,
therapists or anyone interested in their
own healing and development.
single £410; shared £360; non-res £290
Nathan Hughes BSc (Chem) PGDip
(Herb) MNIMH is a graduate of both
chemistry (with a focus on pharmacology)
and medical herbalism. He has 15 years
clinical and teaching experience and runs
Ruskin Herbal Apothecary.
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Harmony Singing with Helen ChadwickFriday 23 – Sunday 25 SeptemberJoin Helen for a weekend singing her
original material as well as improvising
together. Song themes include
everything from love songs to
neighbourhood narrative and protest.
The course is accessible to singers
with a reasonable level of experience
and able to hold their own part and
a rhythm.
single £280; shared £245; non res £195
Helen Chadwick is a performance
creator, singer and composer whose work
has been commissioned by the Royal Opera
House, English Touring Opera and the BBC.
She has written over 250 songs and has
recorded 10 albums.
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The Naked Voice: A Pathless WaySaturday 1 – Tuesday 4 OctoberWith The Naked Voice, Chloe Goodchild
introduces a range of vocal practices
that reveal the contemplative, creative
and compassionate use of the human
voice, catalysing a depth and presence
that are rare to find. During this retreat,
you will discover the power of your
voice to: Transform the Ways We Listen
– Transform the Ways We Communicate
– Transform the Ways We Live.
Before 31 May – single £400; shared
£350; non-res £285
After 31 May – single £420; shared
£370; non-res £305
Chloë Goodchild is an international
singer and innovatory educator. The Naked
Voice Charitable Foundation is dedicated to
the transforming practice of self-awareness
and conscious communication skills,
through spoken and sung voice, together
with experiential research into the voice as
one of humanity’s most untapped
resources for personal and global evolution
and transformation.
Qi Gong Embodied AwarenessFriday 7 – Sunday 9 October In this weekend we will absorb and
practice grounding, centering, settling,
aligning. We will discover an energetic,
embodied way of understanding the
transformational qualities of Qi Gong
through traditional Qi Gong forms –
Standing Like a Tree, Aligning the Three
Treasures, Dialogue with the Organs,
Qi Lel, Qi Gong Breathing, Meditation
and Visualisation. This course will help
you to bring this practice into your daily
life. Open to all whether you have done
Qi Gong before or not.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Barbara Brown has been practising T’ai
Chi and Qi Gong for over 35 years. She is
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Introduction to MeditationNicola BelleSunday 2 October 9.30am – 5pmA day learning meditation techniques
to release stress, improve
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Painting the Seasons: AutumnLiri FlippiniSaturday 22 October 9.30am – 5pmExplore your creativity through painting
and colour inspired by Autumn.
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EarthwalkingFriday 7 – Sunday 9 OctoberThis weekend retreat allows you to
spend time connecting with nature and
walking on the Earth with supportive
companions will enable us to let go of
limiting beliefs and ideas that prevent
us from fully experiencing joy and
freedom in our daily life. It’s a chance to
listen deeply to who you are and gain
clarity about what it is you contribute in
this world by the actions you take and
the decisions you make.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Dee Kyne works at the forefront of
social change in health, the arts and the
environment both on a personal and
professional level.
Mindful DrawingFriday 14 – Sunday 16 OctoberThis approach is an exploration of
drawing as meditation and is suitable
for all levels. Inspired by the work of
Frederick Franck, author of The Zen of
Seeing, the emphasis is on process
rather than outcome. This fascinating
method stimulates us to observe the
beauty of everyday life and capture its
essence in simple drawings.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
materials list is sent on booking
Anna Black has been teaching
mindfulness since 2006 and is the author
of Living in the Moment (Cico Books, 2012)
and the forthcoming Living in the Moment
@ Work. She is the UK’s only certified and
licensed Drawing on the Right Side of the
Brain teacher.
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Living The New StoryFriday 21 –Sunday 23 OctoberRecent world events have made the
need for a new story for humanity more
crucial and more obvious to all. We will
spend a weekend looking at
communication, sustainability, group
dynamics, activism and spirituality.
You’ll go away with renewed sense of
purpose and resources to support your
personal and professional life.
single £260 shared £225 non-res £180
Life and Quality in a Biodynamic GardenFriday 28 – Sunday 30 OctoberDuring this course we will explore some
of the underlying thoughts and
imaginations that underpin the
biodynamic approach and learn how
biodynamic measures can be used to
enhance soil fertility, the health and
vitality of flowers and vegetables and
the flavour and wholesomeness of our
food. There will be practical outdoor
demonstrations and plenty of time for
discussion and reflection.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Bernard Jarman has been involved with
biodynamics most of his life, served as
Executive Director of the Biodynamic
Association for over ten years and helped
found Stroud Community Agriculture. He
currently manages Hawkwood’s estate and
offers advice on biodynamic husbandry.
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Movement in the Light Thursday 3 – Sunday 6 NovemberWe invite you to join us for a wonderful,
relaxing and revitalising weekend of
gentle movement, inspiring talks and
guided meditations. Experience for
yourself the love, peace, joy and
personal transformation that arise quite
naturally when we breathe, move
mindfully, and connect our
consciousness to the light. Practising
the holistic arts of Infinite Tai Chi and
Infinite Chi Kung can eventually bring
your whole being into perfect harmony.
single £395; shared £345; non-res £280
Jason Chan is a Tai Chi Master and an
inspiring international spiritual teacher. He
is the author of The Radiant Warrior (Hay
House 2009) and Infinite Abundance (2012)
and founder of The Light Foundation, which
is dedicated to promoting world peace and
harmony through assisting individuals to
find deep inner peace and strength.
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The F. M. Alexander TechniqueFriday 18 – Sunday 20 NovemberThe Alexander Technique is a self-help
psycho-physical method that you can
learn and apply to improve your skill
in any life activity, from everyday
actions to individual specialist activities
such as music or sport. It has been
proved to relieve pain, improve
posture and breathing, and relieve
tension and stress. With the
F.M. Alexander Technique you can look
after yourself and increase well-being
for a lifetime. Suitable for all ages and
experience levels.
course starts 2.30pm Friday
single £270; shared £240; non-res £195
Robin John Simmons has been
teaching the Alexander Technique since
1971. He and his wife Béatrice are co-
directors of an Alexander Technique teacher
training school in Zurich, Switzerland.
Mindfulness & BreathThe science and practice of conscious breathingSaturday 19 – Sunday 20 NovemberLearn and practice how to make your
breathing both conscious and satisfying.
Through mindfulness, exercises and
biofeedback discover the breath’s
pivotal role in physical, emotional and
spiritual health. Learn how to release
yourself from stress-related symptoms
such as persistent fatigue, muscular
pains, anxiety, abdominal discomfort,
and sleep disturbance. Boost immunity
and resilience!
course starts 9.30am Saturday
single £240; shared £225; non-res £200
David Beales FRCP MRCGP worked
within the NHS as GP and physician until
2000 when he extended his holistic practice
by further training in mind/body medicine,
including mindfulness-based stress
reduction and cognitive therapy.
Jonathan Nunn DO (Osteopathy) has
over 30 years’ experience, including as a
clinical tutor at the British School of
Osteopathy and a Harley Street practitioner.
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Passive Voice RelaxationLara ConleyMondays 6pm – 7pmLie down and relax to improvised song.
£7
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Soap MakingJonathan CodeSaturday 19 November 9.30am – 5pmMake 8-10 bars of your very own
soap using oils, aromatic herbs and
dried flower petals to lift winter spirits.
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Stand-Up ComedyChris HeadSunday 20 November 9.30am – 5pmA taster day for anyone interested in
Stand-Up comedy. £70
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Piers AdamsFriday 25 – Sunday 27 NovemberAn exciting and rare opportunity to
work with one of the most charismatic
recorder players of this generation.
The weekend workshop will be tailored
towards its participants and will include
solo or consort masterclasses, larger
scale (multi-choir) ensemble works and
recorder technique.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
Piers Adams is leader of the famous
baroque quartet Red Priest and has
performed over 1,000 concerts on four
continents, appeared frequently on TV and
radio and as a concerto soloist he has
performed with the Philharmonia, the
Academy of Ancient Music, the BBC
Symphony and many other orchestras across
the globe.
Aurora Ensemble Autumn Octect CourseFriday 25 – Sunday 27 NovemberOur long weekend focuses in detail on
the C minor octet of Mozart, and
Krommer’s F major octet, Op.57, as well
as arrangements of the Overture and
some arias from Don Giovanni. Parts
will be available in advance, and
players will be expected to have done
some preparatory work before the
course. Minimum standard: Horn and
Bassoon, Grade 6; Clarinet Grade 7.
single £330; shared £295; non-res £250
Prize winning wind quintet, The Aurora Ensemble, will be visiting Hawkwood as
part of their busy 2016 season. Maxine Willis (flute), Gwenllian Davies (oboe),
Andrew Mason (clarinet), Helen Shillito (horn), Stuart Russell (bassoon).
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Winter Gathering with Caitlín and John MatthewsVoices of the wellsFriday 4 – Sunday 6 DecemberThe Grail is a quest for all living beings,
keeping the apparent and unseen
worlds in harmony. We invite you to
explore ancestral Faery lore and
mystical gnostic tradition from The
Elucidation, a little known Grail text.
From this fusion arises a powerful
means of healing and restoration.
Through meditation and sacred
embodiment, we will hear the voices of
the wells, and find the communion that
sustains our world.
single £295; shared £265; non-res £220
Caitlín & John Matthews bring the
fruits of their life-long Grail studies to a new
translation of The Elucidation. Voices of the
Wells is their 31st annual open mystery
school; based upon their Lost Book of the
Grail (Skylight Books, 2016).
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Reframing RelationshipJay RamsaySaturday 3 December 9.30am – 5pmA day to explore and expand
our understanding of love and our
relationship to ourselves and each
other. For singles or couples. £75
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Naturally Nourishing SkincareSchool of Natural SkincareSaturday 10 December 9.30am – 5pmMake a range of wonderful products to
nourish your skin this winter and pick
up ideas for Christmas presents too.
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Painting the Seasons: WinterLiri FilippiniSaturday 17 December 9.30am – 5pmExplore your creativity through painting
and colour inspired by the atmosphere
of Winter. £75
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ResonanceUnlocking the Healing Power of the VoiceFriday 2 – Sunday 4 December James will lead you in toning practices
from East and West; natural sound
rituals; Taoist sounds for health;
working with tuning forks; mantras and
chants; and breathwork. You will
discover your fundamental tone.
The voice work is enhanced with
simple movements. No previous
experience necessary.
single £260; shared £225; non-res £180
James D’Angelo PhD has been leading
his Soundspirit courses in the UK, Europe
and the USA since 1994 and is considered a
leading authority on different forms of sound
healing. James is an accomplished musician
and composer and author of The Healing
Power of the Human Voice and Seed Sounds
for Tuning the Chakras.
LifelinesA Winter Solstice life drawing RetreatFriday 16 – Sunday 18 DecemberA unique approach supporting a
natural, spontaneous response to the
models’ gestures, movement and
atmosphere with our hands, ink, earth
pigments and heart. This instinctive
form of life drawing is freeing for artists
of all levels and offers a new vocabulary
that can unfold and deepen our touch
giving renewed wonder to our
expression through drawing.
single £275; shared £245; non-res £200
materials extra £25
Morag Donnelly BA Fine Art artist and
dancer has deep insight into the craft of life
drawing, based on 15 years’ experience as
both model and as guide. Her mentor is
Meriel Gold (Hoare), former pupil of
Cecil Collins, whose drawnhome courses
are internationally renowned. She is
accompanied by her partner, musician and
life model Paul Cerigo.
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Our education programmeWe offer financial assistance to people to attend our
courses through the Eileen Nesfield-Cookson bursary
fund. Last year we supported over 45 participants to attend
our courses who would otherwise not have been able to
afford to come.
Our placeIn addition, each year, we need to raise £25,000 to support
our maintenance fund. Our plans include a major
refurbishment of bathrooms and bedrooms as well as
improving the wider estate facilities such as our new
community farm build with Stroud Community Agriculture.
If you think you could help support the bursary or
maintenance fund please contact Alicia Carey for an
informal discussion.
Support the environmentWe have teamed up with Good Energy, which uses 100%
renewable energy from British sunshine, wind and rain.
By switching your electricity supplier to Good Energy, not
only will you be helping the environment but you will also
be helping Hawkwood. Quote ‘Hawkwood16’ when you
switch: Good Energy will donate £25 to support our
sustainable and environmental projects at Hawkwood and
you’ll also get a £25 Vintage Roots ethical organic wine
voucher. This offer is open until 31/12/16.
Call 0800 254 0004 and quote ‘Hawkwood16’ or visit
www.goodenergy.co.uk/hawkwood-college
If you’re interested in supporting our work there are several ways you can get involved…
“…Another thank you for another incredibly inspiring weekend at Hawkwood. You should know that for many of those students, this will be a place that they always remember as the backdrop for the day their lives changed. It has been a real gift.”
Audrey Stephenson Wilson
artists residencies
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In 2016 we will be developing an artist residency
programme which we hope will have national impact and
will give artists, musicians, writers and theatre
practitioners the opportunity to come and stay at
Hawkwood and create work.
Our programme will offer all manner of creative people time
and space away from their usual environment and
obligations and provide a time of reflection, research,
collaboration, presentation and/or production.
We will be welcoming individuals and groups of artists to
stay and create work here which we hope to show case in
our events programme and with informal exhibitions.
If you’re interested in finding out more please call 01453 759034
A Pathless LandSensory Labyrinth TheatreWhat will boundaries look like in the future?September 2016This two-week project centres round a Sensory Labyrinth
Theatre installation, an immersive experience and a
combination of experiential research into borders,
belonging, nationalism, equality, emigration, immigration,
social change, environmentalism, diversity, inclusivity and
global citizenship. The sensory labyrinth theatre combines
compassion, courage and artistic wizardry. It will take your
thinking well out of the box and into the future. With sincere
enquiry at its heart our project will inspire hope and original,
creative action.
Please register your interest if you would like to participate
by emailing [email protected]
Iwan Brioc is Director of Research and Practice at The Republic
of the Imagination, an international network of COArts (Context
Oriented Arts) practitioners.
Liz Terry is co Founder and Director of Pathways To Ventures
who deliver creative based events and trainings for adults and
young people in awareness leadership and empowerment, group
mentoring for sustainable futures.
“Truth is a pathless land” Krishnamurti
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How do I make a booking?To book a course, call 01453 759034,
email [email protected] or
book on-line. To secure your place on
the course and accommodation, early
booking is recommended. Please note
that your booking cannot be confirmed
without a deposit or fee payment.
Deposit and fee paymentA non-refundable deposit of £25 for a one
day course and £50 for longer courses
(unless otherwise stated) is necessary
to make your booking. The balance of
your fee will be due four weeks before
the course commencement date.
When do I arrive?For courses of two or more days, the
arrival time is between 4pm – 6pm on
the first day of the course, with supper
at 6.30pm (unless otherwise stated)
and finishes with afternoon tea at 4pm
on the last day of the course. For one
day courses, the arrival time is 9am –
9.30am, finishing between 4pm – 5pm.
Q&Aw: www.hawkwoodcol lege .co.uke: in fo@hawkwoodcol lege .co.uk
Hawkwood College
Painswick Old Road
Stroud
Gloucestershire
GL6 7QW
Tel: 01453 759034
Fax: 01453 764607
Where can I get more information?Should you have any questions about
the courses or Hawkwood please call
the bookings office on 01453 759034.
Shortly after enrolment you will be sent
a confirmation document with further
information. You can also find more
information on our website.
Financial AssistanceHawkwood is committed to supporting
and nurturing participation for all. The
Eileen Nesfield-Cookson bursary fund is
available for those who wish to take part
in Hawkwood courses but find it
difficult to do so for financial reasons.
Please contact the college for an
application form.
Access InformationHawkwood is committed to being as
accessible as possible. Most teaching
spaces are wheelchair accessible, as
are some bedrooms. Please contact the
bookings office to discuss your needs
on 01453 759034.
What if my course is cancelled or I wish to cancel my course?Hawkwood reserves the right to cancel
a course, but if this happens we will
give you as much notice as possible. In
the event of a cancelled course, full
fees including deposits will be
refunded. If you have to cancel a course
for any reason, Hawkwood reserves the
right to retain your deposit, and in
some cases the full amount.
For the full terms and conditions please
visit our website.
booking
our cateringHawkwood prides itself on providing delicious healthy meals and sourcing ingredients that are home grown, local, fair-trade, seasonal and organic as far as possible.
All our meals are home cooked and prepared daily on site
by experienced, excellent cooks with meat and vegetarian
options. Some of the produce comes from the kitchen walled
garden and Stroud Community Agriculture’s biodynamic
farm on site. Ethical food suppliers Essential Trading, Bristol
and Global Organics, Stroud make a weekly delivery.
Our tea and coffee is organic fair trade and supplied by
Ethical Addictions of Gloucester. Tom Morrow supplies the
biodynamic cordials and our licensed bar serves organic
wine from Vintage Roots and organic Wyldwood Cider from
H. Weston’s & Sons, Ledbury. Organic beer is supplied by
Stroud Brewery, who also bring the spent organic malt up to
the Stroud Community Agriculture farm to feed the pigs.
A typical day begins with a generous breakfast buffet
including eggs and porridge, then homemade biscuits for
morning coffee break, a two course lunch, homemade cake
in the afternoon, and all rounded off with a vegetarian
supper for residential guests. We can cater for almost all
dietary requirements if advance notice is given.
For more informationemail: [email protected] call 01453 759034
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Are you interested in meeting like-minded people and
supporting our work? At Hawkwood, there are many
opportunities to make a difference – and with a range of
flexible options on offer, you can get involved in a way that
works for you.
Come and join our volunteer programme and make new
friends, have fun, gain new skills, keep busy and active, gain
work experience, give something back to the community,
sample a career or do something different from a paid job.
We are looking for volunteers to help us in our garden (our
regular garden volunteers join us on Friday, mornings 10am
– 1pm), distribute our publicity material, work in our office,
help us with maintenance or support us with our busy
events schedule.
If you would like to find out more please email [email protected] or call 01453 759034
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Hawkwood is the ideal venue for training, external meetings and corporate events
Hawkwood is a Grade II Cotswold house, set in 42 acres of
woodland, farmland and gardens. We have 29 bedrooms
accommodating up to 50 guests, 7 conference rooms and we
provide delicious food, much of it organic and locally grown.
Whether you would like to host a course or hold a
meeting Hawkwood’s friendly team will help to make your
event a success.
As well as residential groups, we also offer training
days and we can tailor our day delegate package to suit
your requirements.
We look forward to welcoming you to Hawkwood!
For more informationemail: [email protected] call 01453 759034
www.hawkwoodcol lege .co.uk
HAWKWOOD
Hire our venue
“Hawkwood has been an inspirational and ideal space for our internal staff training and leadership development.”Juliet Davenport Founder and CEO, Good Energy
“The National Trust senior team very much enjoy our visits to Hawkwood, where we can think about the future in a peaceful and creative environment. The welcome is always very warm and the food excellent!”Dame Helen Ghosh Director General, National Trust
7 conference rooms, 29 comfortable bedro oms & fresh wholesome food
Bed & BreakfastWe offer bed and breakfast all year
round whether you’re visiting the area
or wishing to extend your stay as part
of a course. For further information
please contact us on 01453 759034.
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how to find usCar: access Stroud from the M5 (J13) or M4
westbound (J15) via the A419. On reaching
the town, follow signs for the A46 towards
Cheltenham. Pass under the railway viaduct,
past the Vue Cinema (on the right), turn left
(1st exit) at the roundabout, and bear right
(2nd exit) at the next roundabout.
Turn right onto Painswick Old Road
(signposted ‘Wick Street’). Hawkwood is
a mile up the road, on the right.
Train: Stroud is on the London Paddington
to Cheltenham Spa line, just over 1.5 hours
from London and 35 minutes from
Cheltenham, where there are connections
to Birmingham and the north. The station is
30-40 minutes walk from Hawkwood and
taxis are usually available.
Coach: Stroud has a limited National
Express coach service from London’s Victoria
Coach Station, Heathrow Airport and from
several other cities.
Air: Nearest airports are Bristol (40 miles;
bus/train), Birmingham (70 miles; train) and
London Heathrow (100 miles; coach/train).
HAWKWOODHawkwood College
Painswick Old Road, Stroud,
Gloucestershire GL6 7QW
email: [email protected]
Tel: 01453 759034
Hawkwood is a registered charity: no. 311767
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