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A History of Western Philosophy: Medieval – GI 26 005
The Guildford Institute Ward Street, GuildfordWeek of Events
Guildford Arts Exhibition
The Guildford Institute and Guildford arts are pleased to present the work of artists Marilyn Bailey and Tracey Graham. Together their art creates a powerful theme of beauty and value. Marilyn Bailey Marilyn's work is grounded in close observation from life, and she uses her classical realist painting techniques and skills to give a full […]
Guildford Arts Exhibition
Guildford Institute and Guildford Arts are pleased to present their next exhibition from talented artists: ANGELA ORTEGA PESTANA - PAINTER She started painting in 2011 at the Adult Centre in Guildford on a watercolour course and after living for a few years in the UK, she has travelled around the country visiting beautiful landscapes such […]
Monday, April 27, 2026
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April 27, 2026 -A History of Western Philosophy: Medieval – GI 26 005
A History of Western Philosophy: Medieval – GI 26 005
Western philosophy is divided into three great periods: Ancient; Medieval; Modern. This course is an introduction to some of the key elements in the thought of some of the most influential philosophers of the Medieval period. We will consider to begin Augustine, Anselm, Aquinas, and Duns Scotus. It then considers al Kindi, al Farabi, ibn […]
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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April 28, 2026 -Creative Writing Workshop – GI 26 007
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April 28, 2026 -TalkingART: Landscape – GI 26 024
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April 28, 2026 -Italian for Improvers – Term 3 – GI 26 009
Creative Writing Workshop – GI 26 007
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, and guidelines on getting published. With an emphasis on individual development, there will be reading and discussion of your work in a […]
TalkingART: Landscape – GI 26 024
You’ve walked, driven, trained and perhaps horsed through them. You’ve looked, loved and been depressed by them. One way or another, they’ve been in your life. But have you thought about what landscapes mean to you? TalkingART is a chance to develop your thoughts about an aspect of art by informal discussion among a group […]
£16.25 – £18.50
Italian for Improvers – Term 3 – GI 26 009
This course is aimed at students who have a basic knowledge of the Italian language and are looking to improve their skills. The course will enable participants to feel comfortable conducting informal conversations about general topics as well as starting to look at reading longer comprehension texts. Discussions of grammar will involve looking at expressing […]
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
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April 29, 2026 -German for your Holidays – GI 26 016
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April 29, 2026 -Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
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April 29, 2026 -Watercolour Painting for Beginners Continued – GI 26 018
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April 29, 2026 -Thomas Hardy 1840–1928 – T378b New Date
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April 29, 2026 -German Conversation – GI 26 017
German for your Holidays – GI 26 016
Going to Austria, Germany or Switzerland for your holidays and want to converse a little with the locals? Or maybe you are planning a skiing trip for the winter season? This course introduces you to some of the basics you might need to help you enjoy your holiday! Suitable for complete beginners.
Chatty Café Scheme: Chatter and Natter Table
Join us on Wednesday mornings at our 'chatter and natter' table. Run by our friendly table volunteers, we provide a welcoming space for individuals to come together to meet, chat and socialise over a hot drink. One conversation can make all the difference! Pop in anytime from 10.30am - 11.30am The group will either meet […]
Watercolour Painting for Beginners Continued – GI 26 018
In this four-week course students will be introduced to basic watercolour techniques and applications. You will learn key uses of the medium such as watercolour washes, wet-on-dry, wet-on-wet, and colour mixing. Suitable for complete beginners. A materials list will be provided. This is a continuation from the November 2025 course. A materials list will be […]
Thomas Hardy 1840–1928 – T378b New Date
This talk was postponed from 4th February. Hardy’s lifespan makes him a Victorian, an Edwardian and even a World War I writer. An incredible span of remarkable creativity and versatility in which he addressed everything from isolated rural Wessex to the sinking of the Titanic. He is regarded as not only one of the most […]
£7.00
German Conversation – GI 26 017
An informal class centred on improving your German conversational skills. Aimed at post-beginners/pre-intermediate. Not suitable for beginners. If you are interested in getting a taste for the language, why not try ‘German for your Holidays’.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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April 30, 2026 -Adventurous Gardening at Great Dixter – GI 26 025
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April 30, 2026 -French Conversation – GI 26 020
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April 30, 2026 -Introduction to Yoga – GI 26 108
Adventurous Gardening at Great Dixter – GI 26 025
In 1910, Nathaniel and Daisy Lloyd employed Edwin Lutyens to build a new house at Great Dixter and lay out a garden for them to plant. But it was Christopher – the Lloyds’ youngest son – who turned the garden into the famous spectacle it is today. We will explore how adventurous gardening changed Great […]
£20.25 – £23.00
French Conversation – GI 26 020
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 […]
Introduction to Yoga – GI 26 108
Gentle yoga-based sessions creating a safe space for self-exploration and reflection. Through movement, breath, and guided practices, we’ll build self-awareness, clarity, and emotional balance. No prior experience needed. Please bring your own mat, plus any yoga props (blocks, bricks, straps, blankets) and some water. Wear comfortable, breathable layers and non-slip socks or bare feet. Please […]
£24.25 – £27.25
Friday, May 1, 2026
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May 1, 2026 -Picturing Fashion (also online) – GI 26 026
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May 1, 2026 -The History of Sleep, Diet, and Health for Family Historians (also Online) – GI 26 021
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May 1, 2026 -Stitch & Sip
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May 1, 2026 -Crossbows and Sugar: The Life & Letters of a Medieval Heiress – T387
Picturing Fashion (also online) – GI 26 026
Explore how costume and portraiture intertwine to shape identity across 600 years of art. Using works from various museums and galleries, this richly illustrated course reveals the meanings behind damasks, satins and velvets of Tudor and Stuart splendour, as well as the radical simplicity of later styles, uncovering how clothing reflects status, ideology, and self-presentation.
£54.50 – £61.75
The History of Sleep, Diet, and Health for Family Historians (also Online) – GI 26 021
Discover how your ancestors’ daily lives shaped their wellbeing. We will examine evolving sleep patterns, traditional foods, cooking methods, beliefs about nutrition, and historical approaches to illness and medicine. By exploring records, diaries, and social contexts, you’ll gain deeper insight into how everyday habits influenced longevity, resilience, and family history.
Stitch & Sip
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're working on, be it knitting, crochet, embroidery or needleprint, felting, cross stitch or punch-needle. Anything goes! Stitch & Sip meet on […]
Crossbows and Sugar: The Life & Letters of a Medieval Heiress – T387
What do crossbows, legal battles, and shopping lists have in common? They all feature in the letters of Margaret Paston, a 15th-century heiress who defied stereotypes of medieval women. Join Professor Diane Watt from the University of Surrey to uncover how Margaret managed estates, wielded influence during the Wars of the Roses, and left a […]
£7.00
Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Sunday, May 3, 2026
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