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Creative Writing Workshop – GI 25 015
Creative Writing Workshop – GI 25 015
Enjoy developing and channelling your writing abilities. Writing forms covered include novels, plays, poems, short stories, and memoirs. Classes will cover many aspects of writing, such as getting started, shaping […]
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
This foundation course is for people with no or little knowledge of the Italian language and culture and will enable the participants to feel comfortable when exchanging basic personal information […]
2 events,
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Join us in V Café on alternate Wednesday mornings at our ‘chatter and natter’ table. Run by our friendly table volunteers, we aim to provide a welcoming space for individuals […]
German Conversation – GI 25 106
German Conversation – GI 25 106
Would you like to practise your German speaking skills? Come and chat once a week to improve your conversational German. Topics to be agreed upon within the group, but could […]
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1 event,
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Come along to our informal, community group, where you can learn and share crafting skills with likeminded people. Be part of a fun, friendly and supportive group. Please bring along […]
1 event,
Guildford Institute Open Mic Night
Guildford Institute Open Mic Night
Once again The Guildford Institute opens its doors to welcome musicians, singers, poets and comedians to come along and give it a go, whether experienced or just starting out! The […]
0 events,
6 events,
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide students […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The existence of evil in the world is considered by many to be highly problematic for the claim that God exists. This course considers (rationally and rigorously) the problem of […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style […]
3 events,
Creative Writing Workshop – GI 25 015
Creative Writing Workshop – GI 25 015
Enjoy developing and channelling your writing abilities. Writing forms covered include novels, plays, poems, short stories, and memoirs. Classes will cover many aspects of writing, such as getting started, shaping […]
Caravaggio – Darkness in Light – GI 25 033 (Face to Face and Online)
Caravaggio – Darkness in Light – GI 25 033 (Face to Face and Online)
Caravaggio. Visionary superstar of the early 17th century Baroque? Baroque bad boy? Moody, violent, rule breaker? A weapon of the Roman church’s Counter Reformation? Live hard, die young? Scandalous iconoclast? […]
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
This foundation course is for people with no or little knowledge of the Italian language and culture and will enable the participants to feel comfortable when exchanging basic personal information […]
3 events,
Bright Star – The Poetry of John Keats – GI 25 034
Bright Star – The Poetry of John Keats – GI 25 034
John Keats (1795 - 1921) was the ‘bright star’ of the Romantic Poets, along with Lord Byron and Percy Bysshe Shelley. Though indifferently received in his lifetime, his fame grew […]
The Life and Music of Charles Mingus – GI 25 058
The Life and Music of Charles Mingus – GI 25 058
Guitarist Nicolas Meier and acoustic bassist Ben Hazelton invite you to look at the life and music of bassist and composer Charles Mingus. His most famous record was Mingus ah […]
History of the Red Arrows – T353
History of the Red Arrows – T353
Red Arrows pilots are amongst the most highly-skilled and experienced within the Royal Air Force. This talk explores the history of RAF Aerobatics teams and includes a look at what […]
2 events,
French Conversation – GI 25 012
French Conversation – GI 25 012
Do you want to practise your French by engaging in conversation with others? Join native speaker Julie, to practise and exchange with others on a wide range of topics. In […]
Cornwall and the Sea – GI 25 035
Cornwall and the Sea – GI 25 035
Life in Cornwall from the late nineteenth century to the Second World War will be explored using writers such as Daphne du Maurier, and Helen Dunmore, amongst others. Painters from […]
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6 events,
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide students […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The existence of evil in the world is considered by many to be highly problematic for the claim that God exists. This course considers (rationally and rigorously) the problem of […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style […]
4 events,
Creative Writing Workshop – GI 25 015
Creative Writing Workshop – GI 25 015
Enjoy developing and channelling your writing abilities. Writing forms covered include novels, plays, poems, short stories, and memoirs. Classes will cover many aspects of writing, such as getting started, shaping […]
Exploring Wales Through Artists’ Eyes – GI 25 109
Exploring Wales Through Artists’ Eyes – GI 25 109
Join Hilary for this fascinating day school and explore Wales through art history! One of the first artists to appreciate Welsh scenery was the Welsh-born eighteenth century painter, Richard Wilson. […]
Unveiling Venus – A Science Perspective – GI 25 036 (also Online)
Unveiling Venus – A Science Perspective – GI 25 036 (also Online)
Venus – the morning/evening star has long fascinated humanity. In this day school we shall explore how we have come to understand the nature of Venus from the first telescopic […]
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
This foundation course is for people with no or little knowledge of the Italian language and culture and will enable the participants to feel comfortable when exchanging basic personal information […]
4 events,
Parham House – Coach Visit – V121
Parham House – Coach Visit – V121
Coach visit Parham is one of the country’s finest Elizabethan houses, set at the foot of the South Downs in West Sussex. Changed little over the centuries, it has remained […]
Bright Star – The Poetry of John Keats – GI 25 034
Bright Star – The Poetry of John Keats – GI 25 034
John Keats (1795 - 1921) was the ‘bright star’ of the Romantic Poets, along with Lord Byron and Percy Bysshe Shelley. Though indifferently received in his lifetime, his fame grew […]
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Join us in V Café on alternate Wednesday mornings at our ‘chatter and natter’ table. Run by our friendly table volunteers, we aim to provide a welcoming space for individuals […]
Canceled Painting to Live Music – GI 25 037
Canceled Painting to Live Music – GI 25 037
Sorry, this activity has been cancelled. Music has played a key role in the stylistic development of visual art. Join us for this afternoon of painting with live music, where […]
2 events,
French Conversation – GI 25 012
French Conversation – GI 25 012
Do you want to practise your French by engaging in conversation with others? Join native speaker Julie, to practise and exchange with others on a wide range of topics. In […]
Constance Spry – More Than A Gardener – GI 25 038
Constance Spry – More Than A Gardener – GI 25 038
Constance Spry’s life is a rags-to-riches story. From humble beginnings, she became the flower decorator to Royalty and the crème-de-la-crème of society (most controversially the Prince of Wales and Wallis […]
2 events,
Member Coffee Morning – Guildford to Hollywood: Harrison & Hitchcock
Member Coffee Morning – Guildford to Hollywood: Harrison & Hitchcock
Join fellow members in the Institute’s historic library for complimentary refreshments and hear a talk from volunteer, Julian Morgan. Learn about Guildford-born Joan Harrison, whose life changed forever when she […]
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Come along to our informal, community group, where you can learn and share crafting skills with likeminded people. Be part of a fun, friendly and supportive group. Please bring along […]
0 events,
0 events,
6 events,
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide students […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The existence of evil in the world is considered by many to be highly problematic for the claim that God exists. This course considers (rationally and rigorously) the problem of […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style […]
2 events,
Creative Writing Workshop – GI 25 015
Creative Writing Workshop – GI 25 015
Enjoy developing and channelling your writing abilities. Writing forms covered include novels, plays, poems, short stories, and memoirs. Classes will cover many aspects of writing, such as getting started, shaping […]
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
This foundation course is for people with no or little knowledge of the Italian language and culture and will enable the participants to feel comfortable when exchanging basic personal information […]
1 event,
When the Railways Came to Guildford – T354
When the Railways Came to Guildford – T354
This year is the 200th anniversary of the birth of the modern railway from which Britain and the world changed forever. It is also the 180th anniversary of when the […]
1 event,
French Conversation – GI 25 012
French Conversation – GI 25 012
Do you want to practise your French by engaging in conversation with others? Join native speaker Julie, to practise and exchange with others on a wide range of topics. In […]
2 events,
Oceans of Power: The Ships, Sailors, and Strategies That Shaped Naval History – GI 25 039 (also Online)
Oceans of Power: The Ships, Sailors, and Strategies That Shaped Naval History – GI 25 039 (also Online)
We dive into the evolution of naval history, exploring iconic ships, legendary sailors, and pivotal maritime strategies. From ancient seafaring to modern naval warfare, this course examines how control of […]
Restricted but Resilient: Opportunities and Challenges in Our Ancestors’ Lives – GI 25 040 (also Online)
Restricted but Resilient: Opportunities and Challenges in Our Ancestors’ Lives – GI 25 040 (also Online)
We will explore how historical restrictions—social, economic, technological, and geographical—shaped your ancestors’ daily life, inspired innovation, and drove societal change. Through case studies, personal stories, and comparative analysis, the course […]
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0 events,
7 events,
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students […]
Canceled The Stoic Mindset: Radical Moderation – GI 25 041
Canceled The Stoic Mindset: Radical Moderation – GI 25 041
Sorry, this activity has been cancelled What does Temperance mean to you? Is it something we are born with, or is it something we can nurture? Temperance was one of […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide students […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The existence of evil in the world is considered by many to be highly problematic for the claim that God exists. This course considers (rationally and rigorously) the problem of […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style […]
4 events,
Canceled A History of Western Philosophy: Voices of Reason in the Roman Republic – GI 25 042
Canceled A History of Western Philosophy: Voices of Reason in the Roman Republic – GI 25 042
Sorry, this activity has been cancelled. This thought-provoking course examines the works of Cicero, Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius, exploring their insights on ethics, governance, and personal integrity. Through engaging […]
Creative Writing Workshop – GI 25 015
Creative Writing Workshop – GI 25 015
Enjoy developing and channelling your writing abilities. Writing forms covered include novels, plays, poems, short stories, and memoirs. Classes will cover many aspects of writing, such as getting started, shaping […]
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
This foundation course is for people with no or little knowledge of the Italian language and culture and will enable the participants to feel comfortable when exchanging basic personal information […]
AI and Consciousness: Can Machines Think? – GI 25 043
AI and Consciousness: Can Machines Think? – GI 25 043
Delve into the realm of artificial intelligence and consciousness in this thought-provoking talk. We will ponder the essence of consciousness, the capabilities of AI systems, and the ethical implications of […]
4 events,
Canceled Pulled String Painting – GI 25 044
Canceled Pulled String Painting – GI 25 044
Sorry, this activity has been cancelled. Have you ever tried pulled string painting? Using this fun and easy technique you can create your own unique designs and compositions. Ideal for […]
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Join us in V Café on alternate Wednesday mornings at our ‘chatter and natter’ table. Run by our friendly table volunteers, we aim to provide a welcoming space for individuals […]
Drawing and Painting Still Life – GI 25 045
Drawing and Painting Still Life – GI 25 045
This two-week course will enable you to practise how to compose and capture still life, taking inspiration from masters such as Cézanne. Your tutor Songül will explain basic approaches to […]
The Secret Lives of Butterflies – T355
The Secret Lives of Butterflies – T355
Are there Camberwell Beauties in Camberwell? And why is the Red Admiral so named? Did you know that some butterflies can be carnivorous? Some can sing and some conduct chemical […]
1 event,
French Conversation – GI 25 012
French Conversation – GI 25 012
Do you want to practise your French by engaging in conversation with others? Join native speaker Julie, to practise and exchange with others on a wide range of topics. In […]
3 events,
Oceans of Power: The Ships, Sailors, and Strategies That Shaped Naval History – GI 25 039 (also Online)
Oceans of Power: The Ships, Sailors, and Strategies That Shaped Naval History – GI 25 039 (also Online)
We dive into the evolution of naval history, exploring iconic ships, legendary sailors, and pivotal maritime strategies. From ancient seafaring to modern naval warfare, this course examines how control of […]
Restricted but Resilient: Opportunities and Challenges in Our Ancestors’ Lives – GI 25 040 (Face to Face and Online)
Restricted but Resilient: Opportunities and Challenges in Our Ancestors’ Lives – GI 25 040 (Face to Face and Online)
We will explore how historical restrictions—social, economic, technological, and geographical—shaped your ancestors’ daily life, inspired innovation, and drove societal change. Through case studies, personal stories, and comparative analysis, the course […]
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Stitch and Sip social craft group
Come along to our informal, community group, where you can learn and share crafting skills with likeminded people. Be part of a fun, friendly and supportive group. Please bring along […]
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0 events,
7 events,
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 2 – GI 25 022
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, seasoned tutor Devdan will guide students […]
Exploring Surrey: G F and Mary Watts in Surrey – GI 25 046
Exploring Surrey: G F and Mary Watts in Surrey – GI 25 046
Learn about the life, work and network of Victorian celebrities and their legacy in Surrey. The couple - professional craftswoman Mary Seton Watts and 'England's Michelangelo' George Frederic Watts - […]
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form Part 3 – GI 25 023
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. Continuing through Part 3, experienced Devdan will guide students […]
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi – Long Form – GI 25 024
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. For those who have completed and assimilated the 108 […]
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Qigong Energy Flow – GI 25 025
Literally meaning ‘Life Energy Cultivation’, Qigong has its roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, Tai Chi and martial arts. A holistic system of coordinated body posture, movement, and breathing, Qigong is […]
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The Problem of Evil – GI 25 032
The existence of evil in the world is considered by many to be highly problematic for the claim that God exists. This course considers (rationally and rigorously) the problem of […]
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Introduction to Tai Chi – Short Form – GI 25 026
Tai Chi provides core balance, harmony, and wellbeing. Although considered a martial art, Tai Chi is also meditative and an energising exercise. On this course, tutor Devdan will introduce Yang Style […]
2 events,
Game of Pairs – Fantastic Reality – GI 25 047 (Face to Face and Online)
Game of Pairs – Fantastic Reality – GI 25 047 (Face to Face and Online)
Join Ronnie for the first of a new series where he will compare two artworks which overlap in theme, but with very different results due to differences in temperament ambition […]
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
Beginners and Refreshers Italian – Term 3 – GI 25 007
This foundation course is for people with no or little knowledge of the Italian language and culture and will enable the participants to feel comfortable when exchanging basic personal information […]
2 events,
Drawing and Painting Still Life – GI 25 045
Drawing and Painting Still Life – GI 25 045
This two-week course will enable you to practise how to compose and capture still life, taking inspiration from masters such as Cézanne. Your tutor Songül will explain basic approaches to […]
The Creation and Restoration of Painshill, Surrey – T356
The Creation and Restoration of Painshill, Surrey – T356
Painshill was one of the finest landscape gardens of the Georgian era, a garden designed to play on the senses and imagination. During the 20th century it became neglected, overgrown […]
2 events,
French Conversation – GI 25 012
French Conversation – GI 25 012
Do you want to practise your French by engaging in conversation with others? Join native speaker Julie, to practise and exchange with others on a wide range of topics. In […]
The Soul of Sissinghurst – A Quintessential English Garden – GI 25 048
The Soul of Sissinghurst – A Quintessential English Garden – GI 25 048
Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson bought Sissinghurst Castle in Kent in 1930 and transformed the land and rundown Elizabethan buildings into one of our most romantic English gardens. Essential to the enduring allure of […]
2 events,
Oceans of Power: The Ships, Sailors, and Strategies That Shaped Naval History – GI 25 039 (also Online)
Oceans of Power: The Ships, Sailors, and Strategies That Shaped Naval History – GI 25 039 (also Online)
We dive into the evolution of naval history, exploring iconic ships, legendary sailors, and pivotal maritime strategies. From ancient seafaring to modern naval warfare, this course examines how control of […]
Restricted but Resilient: Opportunities and Challenges in Our Ancestors’ Lives – GI 25 040 (Face to Face and Online)
Restricted but Resilient: Opportunities and Challenges in Our Ancestors’ Lives – GI 25 040 (Face to Face and Online)
We will explore how historical restrictions—social, economic, technological, and geographical—shaped your ancestors’ daily life, inspired innovation, and drove societal change. Through case studies, personal stories, and comparative analysis, the course […]
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