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Local Environmental / Permaculture
Courses in Lancashire
Pre-enrolment is essential for these courses.
The WEA is committed to offering exciting and challenging courses to students of all levels and incomes. Hence the WEA offers its courses at
subsided rates for fee payers but *FREE to those on specified means tested benefits - Please check our website for eligibility. It is ESSENTIAL for
students to pre book and commit to the full course. These courses are both progressive and designed to involve both practical and investigating
rigour within a processes that does need time to fully develop. More details and to enroll please visit our website or call our Regional Office.
Basket Case Willow Weaving Baskets and Bits - C3836696
(Weekend Course) 21st and 22nd March 2015 - 10:00am - 5:00pm
2015
Full Permaculture Design course across two full separate weeks–
PART ONE —starting Saturday 6th .June - Friday 12th June - 7 full day sessions
9am start total 45 hrs £139.50 or free *
PART TWO— starting Saturday 11th July—17th July 7 full day sessions 9ams start
total 45 hrs per week – cost £139.50 or free*
Venue - Offshoots Permaculture Project, Towneley Hall, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 3RQ
Tutor - Victoria Woods
The course is an intensive practical and academic course that runs across two blocks of one week offshoots
permaculture site in Burnley. The weeks are divided into a part one section ,- June , followed by a further
week in July .This is in order for the students to engage in the practical opportunity of their own permaculture designs and bring them forward to work on in the second week. There will be some visits outside of
the site which a small payment maybe required plus if you wish to purchase a certificate from the Permaculture Association this can be done via the tutor for an additional cost .This course is open to all levels and
no previous experience necessary. This course is also the pre course towards the Permaculture Assc diploma.
Each part can be taken separately however it is advised that in order to go onto the part one you must
of competed the part one ,
The course is fully supported by the Discressionary learner support fund, please speak to Elaine Bennet
or the tutor with regard to this
Introduction to forest gardening - winter - C3836728
(Weekend Course) 14th and 15th February 2015 10:00am - 4:30pm
Venue - Offshoots Permaculture Project, Towneley Hall, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 3RQ
Tutor - Joevanka Gregory Cost - £40.30 or free*
This course will explore contrasting Woodland environments, tree identification and
classification, the history of Forest Gardens and Permaculture. students will get the opportunity to make a
simple permaculture design on the forest garden at offshoots permaculture project and help in developing
this area, utilizing different propagation techniques, tree pruning,
thinning, and exploring the concepts of building soil, layering and zones. students will also get to take home
propagated trees/shrubs.
. Beginners Organic Food Gardening - C3836729
(Weekend Course) 14th and 21st March 2015 - 10:00am - 4:30pm
Venue - Hynburn Voluntary and Community Centre, Old School, Cannon Street,
Accrington, BB5 2ER
Tutor - Julie Liversey Cost - £40.30 or free*
Beginners Organic Food Growing Course - A practical course for you to learn how to grow food on allotments, in gardens and containers the organic way, good for you, good for wildlife!
Venue - Offshoots Permaculture Project, Towneley Hall, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 3RQ
Tutor - Joevanka Gregory Cost - £40.30 or free*
Over 2 days learn to weave and make your own basket using a variety of weaving techniques.
Experiment with different Willows and Weaves, Learn about its preparation and care and the
history of this extremely versatile tree. Look at different materials found locally that can be used
in weaving. Students will need to commit to the two days as the processes will need time to fully
develop.
Introduction to River Habitat Management - C3836724
(One day per week over 2months Thursdays 9.30 start )
(7 meetings) 1st - April—13th May 2015 - 9:30am - 5:00pm
This course is in partnership with the RIBBLE RIVERS TRUST
Venue - Various Locations in Burnley area including onsite –practical work students will be informed when
enrolled as specific information will be sent.
Tutor - Victoria Woods Cost - £130.20 or free*
A short pioneering course providing direct hands on experience and opportunities to improve your practical
skills as well as awareness of river habitat and environmental management
Includes team work and leadership, health and safety, species recognition, invasive species and land management for water catchment and quality
Backyard Planting - C3836730
(Weekend Course) 18th and 25th April 2015 - 10:00am - 5:00pm
Venue - Hynburn Voluntary and Community Resource Centre Old School, Cannon Street,
Accrington, BB5 2ER
Tutor - Julie Liversey Cost - £40.30 or free*
Sustainable Backyard Planting - Learn how to grow flowers, trees and edible plants naturally in
small spaces. A mix of theory, planning and practical gardening techniques for you to design your
own small space.
Introduction to Forest Schools - C3836732
(Weekend Course) 9th and 10th May 2015 - 9:00am - 4:30pm
Venue - Offshoots Permaculture Project, Towneley Hall, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 3RQ
Tutor - Joevanka Gregory Cost - £40.30 or free*
Introduction to Forest Schools is an inspiring course that utilizes our local, natural environment
to make learning fun and engaging. The learner will learn a variety of Woodland skills and games,
identification techniques and undertake a craft activity. If you ever wondered what
Forest Schools was about, wanted to learn more about the multiple uses of our natural, local
Woodlands or simply want to enjoy and have fun in the Woods, this is the course for you!
Willow Weaving - Bird Sculptures - C38366705
(Weekend Course) 4th and 5th July 2015 - 10:00am – 4:30pm
Venue - Offshoots Permaculture Project, Towneley Hall, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 3RQ
Tutor - Joevanka Gregory Cost - £40.30 or free*
In this course learners will explore and experiment with willow, learn about its multiple uses and
sculpt a Willow bird. At the end of the course you will have a better understanding of willow
weaving plus practical knowledge of willow and willow sculpture.
Check out our website as other course will go live throughout the year
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Discretionary Learners support Fund may be available for reimbursement to students coming to the courses who are in need of accommodation/ *travel /child care
(from an Ofsted registered crèche) and are either on specific identified means benefits (*conditions apply ) or on a low household income of less than £15,250 . For
more details contact Elaine Bennet at ebennet@wea.org.uk or 077 959 76394
Online Enrolment is now available via our website www.nw.wea.org.uk or simply scan the QR code.
North West Region Suite 405 Cotton Exchange, O ld Hall Street, Liverpool, L3 9JR
Tel: 0151 243 5340 Office hours 9:00am - 5pm Email: nortwest@wea.org.uk Website: www.nw.wea.org.uk
Registered Charity Number: 1112775 Company Limited By Guarantee in England and Wales No: 2806910
Registered Office: 4 Luke Street, London, EC2A 4XW
Local Creative / Cultural Craft Courses in Lancashire
Pre-enrolment is essential for the weekend courses.
These classes are run by professional contemporary artists and crafts people. The classes are open to beginners or those who wish to extend and challenge
themselves. To keep the cost down basic materials are supplied though students are encouraged to bring their own materials along to use and share. Some
classes may have materials to purchase for more ambitious projects.
Featuring Felted Hats and Berets - C3836692
(Weekend Course) 15th and 22nd November 2014 - 10:00am – 5:00pm
Venue - Skemersdale Library WN8 6NL
Tutor - Julie James - Turner Cost - £40.30 or free*
To create a felted hat using several felting techniques and processes. Learners will design
their hat,
considering colour, texture and form, and they will finish by creating decorative details to
embellish their
hat. There will be reference to several artists, to enrich their creative inspiration and inform their work.
Cyanotype Printing Techniques including Happa zome techniques - C3836701
(Weekend Course) 9th and 16th May 2015 - 10.30 - 5:00pm
Venue -Offshoots permaculture project, Townley Hall and Gardens, Burnley
Tutor - Rachel Dawson Cost - £40.30 or free*
The basic cyanotype recipe has not changed very much since Sir John Herschel introduced it in 1842. With this class you will explore the process of cyanotype photographic
transfer onto textiles or paper. Using this as a base you will further explore other processes that will allow you to create a piece of art /craft that can be further developed .
Patchwork Memoires - C3836694
(Weekend Course) 7th and 14th 2015 February 2015 - 10:00am – 3:00pm
Venue - Skemersdale Library WN8 6NL
Tutor - Shenna Swann Cost - £40.30 or free*
Students will explore the use of recycled and vintage materials to create a patched fabric
inspiring personal memories from home and family, in an informal and relaxed environment, with encouragement and guidance from Master craftsperson Shenna Swan.
Discover Drawing and Painting - C3836702
(Weekend Course) 6th and 7th June 2015 - 12:00 Noon - 5:00pm
Venue - Helmshore Mills Textile Museum, Helmshore, Rossendale BB4 4NP
Tutor - Lindsay Haworth - Pash Cost - £31 or free*
Always wanted some expert tips on how to draw and paint? Come along to this fun and
informative class where you will explore a variety of techniques used in drawing and
painting - Working form primary sources you will be experimenting with pencil, charcoal, and colour . No previous experience required, just an enthusiasm to give it a go.
Basket Case Willow Weaving Baskets and Bits - C3836696
(Weekend Course) 21st and 22nd March 2015 - 10:00am - 5:00pm
Venue - Offshoots permaculture project, Townley Hall and Gardens, Burnley
Tutor - Joevanka Gregory Cost - £40.30 or free*
The student will need to commit over the two days as the processes will need time to
fully develop. We will provide as many ways for experimentation as possible, looking at
different techniques of weaving,
preparation of willow for weaving, varieties of willow available and other weavable materials. In all aspects
of the course the student is encouraged to become an active learning partner in the journey of discovery
and will be supported in their experimentation.
Recycle - From Trash to Trinkets - C38366703
(Weekend Course) 4th and 5th July 2015 - 12:00 Noon - 5:00pm
Venue - Helmshore Mills Textile Museum, Helmshore, Rossendale BB4 4NP
Tutor - Rachel Dawson Cost - £31 or free*
Discuss the concept of recycling and the use of sustainable materials. Demonstration of
possible materials to be used and techniques, and exploration of student’s personal ideas
in the construction exploratory
sample. Explore basic jewellery/chandelier design, threading and knotting techniques ,
wire work etc.
Explore buttons and develop knotting techniques to produce innovative pieces that can
be either applied to a chandelier or made into separate jewellery pieces (rings, brooches,
bracelets, earrings, necklaces.)
Natural Dyes, Dyeing to discover - C3836698
Weekend Course) 11th and 12th April 2015 - 10.30—5 Saturday and Sunday 12—5
Venue - The Museum of Lancashire, Stanley Street, Preston, PR1 4YP
Tutor - Rachel Dawson Cost - £40.30 or free*
To explore and experiment with a variety of materials wool silk, linen etc natural dyes
using a variety of
indigenous heritage and none indigenous a plants as a source material. To further ex-
Willow weaving - Bird sculptures - C38366705
(Weekend Course) 4th and 5th July 2015 - 10:00am - 4:30pm
Venue - Offshoots permaculture project, Townley Hall and Gardens, Burnley
Tutor - Joevanka Gregory Cost - £40.30 or free*
In this course learners will explore and experiment with willow, learn about its multiple
uses and sculpt a Willow bird. At the end of the course you will have a better understanding
plore the culture and history around the natural dyes and utilise the resultant
dyed materials into a sampler or sketch book.
Check the website as courses as new courses added
of willow weaving plus practical knowledge of willow and willow sculpture.
Check out our website for all courses available in your area
Accredited, Vocational and Others.
Online Enrolment is now available via our website www.nw.wea.org.uk or simply scan the QR code
North West Region Suite 405 Cotton Exchange, O ld Hall Street, Liverpool, L3 9JR
Tel: 0151 243 5340 Office hours 9:00am - 5pm Email: nortwest@wea.org.uk Website: www.nw.wea.org.uk
Registered Charity Number: 1112775 Company Limited By Guarantee in England and Wales No: 2806910
Registered Office: 4 Luke Street, London, EC2A 4XW