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SUMMARY:Exploring Ink and Bleach - GI 26 091
DESCRIPTION:Mix up your creative repertoire with Ink and Bleach. This workshop will introduce you to this extremely fun and experimental medium – if you like mixed media or wet on wet watercolour then you will love this type of creative play. With tutor support throughout and a range of projects to choose from to help you achieve your goals. Just bring your imagination\, your creative flair\, and your apron! \nSuitable for all levels. All materials provided. Please wear old clothes and/or an apron.
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/exploring-ink-and-bleach-gi-26-091/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Course
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SUMMARY:Bateman's - V128
DESCRIPTION:Bateman’s is a Jacobean house set in the beautiful Sussex Weald\, former home of Nobel prize winning author Rudyard Kipling and his wife. \nEnjoy a self-guided tour of the main house where volunteer guides in each room will share their knowledge of Kipling’s family tree and his connections to pre-Raphaelite artists and prime ministers. Take a break in your own time at the Mulberry tea-room or find a picnic spot in the 300 acre estate. Enjoy the country gardens and 18th century mill\, much loved by Kipling and featuring in his stories there. Finish with a quick look around the gift shop and second-hand book store. \nCoach departs Ward Street at 10am\, leaves Bateman’s at 3pm
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/batemans-v128/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Visits
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T130000
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SUMMARY:Art for Relaxation Workshop - Drawing Nature - GI 26 092
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for a mindful and creative break from everyday life. This workshop will introduce you to different ways to capture nature in art\, with tutor support on hand to help you achieve your aims. This fun and relaxing workshop is an excellent way to unwind and bring your creative ideas to life. Just bring your imagination\, your creative flair\, and your apron! \nNo prior knowledge is needed. All materials provided.
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/art-for-relaxation-workshop-nature-drawing-workshop-gi-26-092/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T131500
DTSTAMP:20260202T100044Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Writing Workshop - GI 26 093
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWith an emphasis on individual development\, there will be reading and discussion of your work in a friendly and constructive setting\, as well as some writing projects in class. \nPlease bring a pen and a notepad. \nSuitable for all levels – beginners are welcome.
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/creative-writing-workshop-gi-26-093-2/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T160000
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SUMMARY:The Portrait in Britain: The Age of Van Dyck and Lely - GI 26 089
DESCRIPTION:In the early 17th century\, immigrant Flemish artists brought a new realism and sophistication to British portraiture. They included Daniel Mytens\, Peter Lely\, and – most spectacularly – Anthony Van Dyck. The course also covers the civil war and commonwealth period\, including native-born painters William Dobson and the talented miniaturist Samuel Cooper as we explore links between portraiture and 17th century history.
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/the-portrait-in-britain-the-age-of-van-dyck-and-lely-gi-26-089/2026-09-08/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T170000
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SUMMARY:Project Gemini - Learning to Live and Work in Space (also Online) - GI 26 094
DESCRIPTION:Project Gemini (1965-66) was NASA’s bridge to the Moon. It taught NASA how astronauts could survive and work for extended periods in space. It also demonstrated the crucial technique of orbital rendezvous. How was this achieved? How did the future ‘first man on the Moon’ Neil Armstrong miraculously save himself and astronaut David Scott in the Gemini 8 rendezvous accident?
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/project-gemini-learning-to-live-and-work-in-space-also-online-gi-26-094/
LOCATION:Surrey
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Course,Online Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T183000
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SUMMARY:Moving up in Italian – Term 1 - GI 26 095
DESCRIPTION:Participants will go beyond talking about personal events and branch out to describing cultural events and entertainment. You will learn how to understand the news and build vocabulary around film and book reviews. You will also read short extracts and be encouraged to look at graded readers to expand your vocabulary and linguistic knowledge of written and spoken Italian. \nThis course continues on from Italian for Improvers.  \nStudents will need to purchase the course book\, Nuovo Espresso 3 Libro studente + audio e video online ISBN 8861823394.  \nIf you are unsure of your skill level please get in touch.
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/moving-up-in-italian-term-1-gi-26-095-2/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T203000
DTSTAMP:20260805T085036Z
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SUMMARY:Italian for Complete Beginners - Term 1 - GI 26 096
DESCRIPTION: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 also be covered. \nNew students will need to purchase their own course book: Nuovo Espresso 1: Libro student + audio e video online ISBN 978-8861823181.
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/italian-for-complete-beginners-term-3-gi-26-096-2/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T161500
DTSTAMP:20260202T100319Z
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SUMMARY:Vera Brittain: Loved and Lost - T402
DESCRIPTION:Vera Brittain is best known for A Testament of Youth\, her memoir of the Great War 1914-18. This talk will look at her life up to and including the war years which she spent as a nurse. Particularly addressing her involvement with four young men who were to feature strongly in her life\, and who were to die during that conflict: her beloved brother Edward\, her fiancé Roland Leighton\, school friend Victor Richardson and Geoffrey Thurlow – Edward’s fellow officer. \nThe talk will be interspersed with readings of her poetry\, that of Roland Leighton\, and other contemporary poets. \nWe’re delighted to offer our afternoon talks on a Pay What You Can basis. We believe everyone should have access to educational and cultural opportunities\, and that no one should be excluded because of their financial circumstances. Our talks are £7 for all – if anyone feels they need to pay less than this\, please call the team or visit us in person.
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/vera-brittain-loved-and-lost-t402/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T160000
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SUMMARY:Watercolour Workshop - GI 26 097
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are a complete beginner or want to take your watercolours to the next level\, this friendly course is for you. Work on your own projects with individual supportive guidance or follow optional weekly skill-building exercises. Create a least one finished watercolour by the end of the course. \nA materials list will be provided. \n 
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/watercolour-workshop-gi-26-097-2/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Course
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T170000
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SUMMARY:Booming Lovelies - E121
DESCRIPTION:The Booming Lovelies are back! Boomers Sharron Green\, Trisha Broomfield and Heather Moulson are brimming with nostalgic tales and bursting to share their impressions of modern life. All set to poetry that will have you nodding in recognition and rippling with laughter. \nSince their last performance at the Guildford Institute they have toured the county and beyond\, receiving stellar reviews: ‘Poignant\, charming and laugh out loud funny! A real triumph’. Relax and enjoy a wonderful performance followed by tea\, coffee\, and cake. \nThere will be an opportunity to meet the Booming Lovelies and purchase poetry souvenirs after the show.
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/booming-lovelies-e121/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T220000
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SUMMARY:Vic Cracknell Jazz Quartet with special guest Duncan Lamont\, Jr – WE001
DESCRIPTION:GI Music Lounge\nAfter a successful evening at the GI in 2025 Vic Cracknell returns in more celebration of the music of the Great American Songbook. Vic on vocals with Andy Sturmey (piano)\, Joe Yeadon (double bass) and Robin Lowrey (drums). This time with added special guest Duncan Lamont Jr. on saxophone. Duncan has a long professional career on numerous West End shows\, film soundtracks\, TV and the BBC Big Band. He has backed Amy Winehouse\, Natalie Cole\, Dame Shirley Bassey and others. His late father Duncan Lamont Sr. played with Frank Sinatra\, Benny Goodman and Count Basie amongst others. \nSwinging interpretations of classic songs written by George and Ira Gershwin\, Cole Porter\, Lerner & Loewe\, Irving Berlin\, Jimmy Van Heusen\, Harry Warren\, Johnny Mercer\, Duke Ellington and others. Vic will talk about some of the songwriters and vocalists who performed them including the likes of Ella Fitzgerald\, Frank Sinatra\, Nat King Cole\, Tony Bennett and Mel Torme as well as some of the contemporary interpreters such as Gregory Porter\, Michael Buble and others. \nDoors/bar open 7pm \nMusic from 7.30pm (with interval) \n  \n \n  \nThis event is sponsored by Andertons Music Co. \nOur GI Music Lounge events are held as fundraising events for The Guildford Institute.
URL:https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/event/vic-cracknell-jazz-quartet-with-special-guest-duncan-lamont-jr-we001/
LOCATION:The Guildford Institute\, Ward Street\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU1 4LH
CATEGORIES:Apr - Sep,Evening & Weekend Events,Music Lounge
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