Lacemaking: Tantalising Torchon - Crafts & Textiles weekend at Farncombe Estate

Have you ever thought about the myriad possibilities for exciting lacemaking offered by our old friend Torchon? What other lace has over 14 varieties of just one stitch? Over this weekend Jan will lead you in an exploration of this neglected lace type. We will look at the stitches, the use of inventive grids, the scale of work, the control of colour and many other aspects of this beautiful lace. Jan will bring along a selection of designs that will enable students of ALL abilities, from complete beginner to advanced, to get the most out of the experience. Equipment can be borrowed if requested before the event. Materials list provided.

Join Jan Gardiner at Farncombe Estate 11-13 February 2011. To book online visit
Lacemaking: Tantalising Torchon - Crafts & Textiles or call 033 3456 8580.

Using Herbs for Common Health Problems - Health & Well-being

Do you reach for the pharmaceuticals every time you have a health problem?

Sarah Firnberg is holding a one day course at Farncombe Estate on 14 May for people who want to treat day to day health problems naturally, with herbs, nutrients and lifestyle changes.

This fun, interactive and really informative course will cover the following:

Introduction to herbal medicine: An explanation of the medicinal constituents of herbs (lots of smelling, tasting, touching, and feeling).

Herb recognition. Did you know that we are surrounded by plants with medicinal qualities? Weather permitting; we will go on a herb walk.

Natural first aid. Natural medicines are wonderfully versatile. We will discuss a wide variety of preparations. (You will be supplied with notes).

Medicine making: How to make your own salve, poultice and cough syrup.

Safety: How to buy safe products, avoid interactions and when to consult a professional

Using Herbs for Common Health Problems - Health & Well-being

Book Bed & Breakfast - Cotswold Conference Centre at Farncombe Estate, Broadway

The Cotswold Conference Centre is offering some of their 53 double, twin and single en-suite accommodation to people passing through the north Cotswolds. This corporate environment has free wifi in the public areas and plenty of parking. 24 hr manned security is on hand to welcome you if you need to check-in late. Please note: SatNav systems often struggle to find the correct entrance from on the A44 so please download our map off our website and study it to ensure a pleasant arrival experience! All rooms have en-suite facilities, colour tv, radio/alarm and tea and coffee making facilities and include a full English breakfast. The Estate is set in 300 acres of breathtaking scenery and is just a stone's throw from some of the most beautiful villages in the Cotswolds.

Cotswold Conference Centre at Farncombe Estate, Broadway , United Kingdom.

A new way to give to Tourism for All

A new easy way to raise money for Tourism for All that does not involve you parting with extra cash or extra time.

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Cruise operators team up with National Trust

The UK’s three leading discovery cruise lines – Voyages of Discovery, Swan Hellenic and Hebridean Island Cruises – have teamed up with the National Trust to offer members a great range of cruises for 2011.

Book one of these cruises and both you and the Trust benefit : supporters qualify for a 5% discount on fares and 10% of the value of the cruise will be paid to the Trust.

Competitions from SixtyPlusSurfers - October 2010

21 competitions for October 2010 : Competitions & Letters Page

What do you think of the Crafts Council website? Win a £100 Amazon gift voucher

Complete their web survey by 4 October and you will be entered into our prize draw to win a £100 Amazon voucher.

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