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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 stories, creating characters, guidelines on getting published. With an emphasis on individual development, there will be reading and discussion of your work in a friendly […]
An architect and designer of genius, Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s career flourished briefly, being more revered in Vienna than in Glasgow. A series of poignant “what ifs?” are threaded through his life. We look at his main architectural masterpieces - The Glasgow School of Art, Hillhouse and the House for An Art Lover - as well […]
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 in informal conversations. You will also learn how to ask for directions, order food and drinks, book tickets and accommodation. Basic reading and writing will […]
Sorry, this course has been cancelled. This course aims to teach students to communicate in everyday situations and exchange information on familiar and routine matters. This course will enable you to 'get by' when using the language abroad. The emphasis will be on listening, speaking, and understanding. Suitable for students who have completed Spanish Level […]
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 to come together to chat and socialise.
In this three-week course you will practise depicting landscapes with elements such as field, trees, and buildings. Tutor Songül will demonstrate and give you one-to-one guidance when needed Some watercolour experience needed. A materials list will be provided.
Since the first Mayor of Guildford was appointed in 1362, the role of the town’s first citizen has been held by over 600 people. Here is a chance to learn about some of the distinguished, philanthropic, scandalous and devious citizens that have held the office down the years! Enjoy a chance, in the presence of […]
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 be about family, free time, holidays and practical skills for coping when abroad. Aimed at post-beginners/pre-intermediate/intermediate level. Not suitable for beginners. If you have any […]
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 a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, you will strengthen and expand your knowledge of the French language. This course is aimed at those who are confident […]
As a keen dancer herself, Jane Austen depicted dancing as a valuable form of entertainment in her novels. In these three sessions, you will learn more about dance education, etiquette and balls in the 18th century, exploring Jane Austen’s representation of balls and its dancers in three canonical novels: ‘Pride and Prejudice’, ‘Emma’ and ‘Sense […]
One of the first artists to appreciate Welsh scenery was the Welsh-born eighteenth century painter, Richard Wilson. As The taste for wild and dramatic scenes grew, Wales became an essential destination for nineteenth century landscapists, including De Loutherbourg, Turner, Samuel Palmer, and the watercolourist David Cox. It continued to inspire painters, including Graham Sutherland, into […]
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 in informal conversations. You will also learn how to ask for directions, order food and drinks, book tickets and accommodation. Basic reading and writing will […]
In this three-week course you will practise depicting landscapes with elements such as field, trees, and buildings. Tutor Songül will demonstrate and give you one-to-one guidance when needed Some watercolour experience needed. A materials list will be provided.
In early May the nation will join together to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day). Join us to celebrate this significant moment in history and remember those who gave their lives at home and abroad, whose sacrifice enable peace today. You will enjoy tea, coffee and cake with a glass […]
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 be about family, free time, holidays and practical skills for coping when abroad. Aimed at post-beginners/pre-intermediate/intermediate level. Not suitable for beginners. If you have any […]
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 a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, you will strengthen and expand your knowledge of the French language. This course is aimed at those who are confident […]
As a keen dancer herself, Jane Austen depicted dancing as a valuable form of entertainment in her novels. In these three sessions, you will learn more about dance education, etiquette and balls in the 18th century, exploring Jane Austen’s representation of balls and its dancers in three canonical novels: ‘Pride and Prejudice’, ‘Emma’ and ‘Sense […]
Explore the ancient network of tracks, holloways, and drove roads that crisscross the British Isles. This workshop delves into the history of these enduring routes, examining their origins, uses, and importance in prehistoric, Roman, medieval, and early modern Britain. Learn about the challenges of travel in the past, how these roads shaped settlements and trade, […]
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 any projects that you are working on, be it knitting, crochet, embroidery or needlepoint, felting, cross stitch or punch-needle! Alternate Fridays Contact: info@guildford-institute.org.uk
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 through Part 2 of the traditional long form of the Yang style. Students are advised to wear comfortable clothing to allow stretching and smooth-soled exercise […]
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 through the progression of the 108 movements of the traditional long form of the Yang style. Students are advised to wear comfortable clothing to allow […]
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 Yang Long Form, this course works on refining the flow of the movements and explores related forms such as 24, 48 and sword. Students are […]
In this online course we will explore insights from Bertrand Russell and Fernando Pessoa. Russell views boredom as a barrier to happiness, urging us to seek meaningful pursuits, while Pessoa invites us to embrace boredom as a space for introspection and creativity, leading to self-discovery. Throughout the session, we’ll encourage participants to rethink their experiences […]
Join tutor Songül for this afternoon course and continue to learn how to use the medium of soft pastels. Songül will guide you step by step, helping you to master blending techniques and experience the versatility of the medium. Some drawing experience needed. A list of required materials and equipment will be provided, a guideline […]
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 beneficial for health and balance. The cultivation of Chi (Qi) – the flow of energy – enables meditation through mindful movement of the body. Students […]
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 Tai Chi concentrating on short forms; a series of continuous, flowing movements which are performed slowly and gracefully. The forms are learnt gradually, posture by […]
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 stories, creating characters, guidelines on getting published. With an emphasis on individual development, there will be reading and discussion of your work in a friendly […]
In this course we will explore the rich variety of themes and styles of such contrasting ground-breaking poets including T.S. Eliot, W.H. Auden, Dylan Thomas, Walt Whitman, Wilfred Owen and Thomas Hardy. We will explore the poetry’s depth of feeling and relation to world events, with some consideration of the musicality created by forms, such […]
One of the first artists to appreciate Welsh scenery was the Welsh-born eighteenth century painter, Richard Wilson. As The taste for wild and dramatic scenes grew, Wales became an essential destination for nineteenth century landscapists, including De Loutherbourg, Turner, Samuel Palmer, and the watercolourist David Cox. It continued to inspire painters, including Graham Sutherland, into […]
Mercury – the innermost planet, and the one most difficult to see against the glare of the Sun. In this day school we shall explore how we have come to understand the nature of Mercury from the first telescopic observations to more recent radar imaging and space missions: such as Mariner 10, MESSENGER and BepiColombo. […]
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 in informal conversations. You will also learn how to ask for directions, order food and drinks, book tickets and accommodation. Basic reading and writing will […]
May is a time for flowers, and signals summer is on its way. This poetry course will celebrate flowers and gardens. A selection of poems will be provided to delight and intrigue you. Discussion always welcome. Copies of the poems will be provided.
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 to come together to chat and socialise.
In this three-week course you will practise depicting landscapes with elements such as field, trees, and buildings. Tutor Songül will demonstrate and give you one-to-one guidance when needed Some watercolour experience needed. A materials list will be provided.
Mike has previously talked at the Institute about the London underground and Paris Metro and now he returns to look at the Moscow Metro. Mike will share his life-long interest in art and architecture, using images, to look at the magnificent stations of the Moscow Metro. Their design, décor and art, long recognised as the […]
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 be about family, free time, holidays and practical skills for coping when abroad. Aimed at post-beginners/pre-intermediate/intermediate level. Not suitable for beginners. If you have any […]
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 a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, you will strengthen and expand your knowledge of the French language. This course is aimed at those who are confident […]
As a keen dancer herself, Jane Austen depicted dancing as a valuable form of entertainment in her novels. In these three sessions, you will learn more about dance education, etiquette and balls in the 18th century, exploring Jane Austen’s representation of balls and its dancers in three canonical novels: ‘Pride and Prejudice’, ‘Emma’ and ‘Sense […]
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 through Part 2 of the traditional long form of the Yang style. Students are advised to wear comfortable clothing to allow stretching and smooth-soled exercise […]
Coach Visit In a picture perfect setting, this unique living museum, near Chichester is a hidden gem for those who want to see, touch and even smell what life was really like for people living in years gone by. It is also the filming location of the BBC’s Repair Shop (access to the barn is […]
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 through the progression of the 108 movements of the traditional long form of the Yang style. Students are advised to wear comfortable clothing to allow […]
The second in a new series of monthly lunchtime trio jazz concerts arranged by Guildford Jazz, taking place at The Guildford Institute. The performances are held in the historic Assembly Room at the Institute which boasts a grand piano. Lunch available: 12pm to 2pm (book a table via the Guildford Jazz link below or direct […]
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 Yang Long Form, this course works on refining the flow of the movements and explores related forms such as 24, 48 and sword. Students are […]
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 beneficial for health and balance. The cultivation of Chi (Qi) – the flow of energy – enables meditation through mindful movement of the body. Students […]
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 Tai Chi concentrating on short forms; a series of continuous, flowing movements which are performed slowly and gracefully. The forms are learnt gradually, posture by […]
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 stories, creating characters, guidelines on getting published. With an emphasis on individual development, there will be reading and discussion of your work in a friendly […]
One of the first artists to appreciate Welsh scenery was the Welsh-born eighteenth century painter, Richard Wilson. As The taste for wild and dramatic scenes grew, Wales became an essential destination for nineteenth century landscapists, including De Loutherbourg, Turner, Samuel Palmer, and the watercolourist David Cox. It continued to inspire painters, including Graham Sutherland, into […]
In this course we will explore the rich variety of themes and styles of such contrasting ground-breaking poets including T.S. Eliot, W.H. Auden, Dylan Thomas, Walt Whitman, Wilfred Owen and Thomas Hardy. We will explore the poetry’s depth of feeling and relation to world events, with some consideration of the musicality created by forms, such […]
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 in informal conversations. You will also learn how to ask for directions, order food and drinks, book tickets and accommodation. Basic reading and writing will […]
For many, Keats is the very image of a poet. After a few short years of great striving and a huge outpouring of incomparable poetry, he died tragically young. There is a local link: in November 1817 he came to stay at the inn at Burford Bridge near Box Hill, Dorking, to finish his great […]
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 a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, you will strengthen and expand your knowledge of the French language. This course is aimed at those who are confident […]
In this course, tutor Laura will teach you how to paint stunning flowers using acrylics, exploring basic techniques to master this painting method. With step-by-step guidance, you will create a unique artwork to take home. Suitable for all abilities. All materials provided. Please be aware that your artwork may still be drying at the end […]
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 any projects that you are working on, be it knitting, crochet, embroidery or needlepoint, felting, cross stitch or punch-needle! Alternate Fridays Contact: info@guildford-institute.org.uk
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 stories, creating characters, guidelines on getting published. With an emphasis on individual development, there will be reading and discussion of your work in a friendly […]
In this course we will explore the rich variety of themes and styles of such contrasting ground-breaking poets including T.S. Eliot, W.H. Auden, Dylan Thomas, Walt Whitman, Wilfred Owen and Thomas Hardy. We will explore the poetry’s depth of feeling and relation to world events, with some consideration of the musicality created by forms, such […]
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 in informal conversations. You will also learn how to ask for directions, order food and drinks, book tickets and accommodation. Basic reading and writing will […]
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 to come together to chat and socialise.
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 be about family, free time, holidays and practical skills for coping when abroad. Aimed at post-beginners/pre-intermediate/intermediate level. Not suitable for beginners. If you have any […]
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 GI Music Lounge is an intimate setting with a small stage, full PA and lights (all provided) and a beautiful Bechstein grand piano is also […]
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