Mandy Morrison,
programme manager at Farncombe Estate, between Cheltenham and
Stratford-upon-Avon:
“As
we’ve been running courses for more than 10 years and our reputation –
especially in craft circles – is now well established, we generally have a very
strong year-round calendar of events. This year has been particularly good and
since the start of 2012 we have seen a 40% increase in enquiries across all of
our courses.
“Inevitably
though, as Farncombe Estate is set in 320 acres of glorious Cotswold
countryside, April and May tend to be the start of our busiest time for
enquiries simply because the venue is at its best in the sunshine.
“This
year has been no different and May was a bumper month for us, with more than 150
enquiries in total.
“Those
who have traditionally enjoyed our craft courses seem to have been really drawn
towards cupcake decorating this year and May saw two of these – Wedding Design
Cupcakes and Flower Garden Cupcakes – all of which were really popular.
“Our
Willow Weekend course, from Friday 11 to Sunday 13 May, was also a great
success and something that we’re looking to hold more of in the future.
“With other courses this year ranging from Patchwork and Quilting and Collage and Stitch, to Using your Sewing Machine and Willow Sculpture, it’s set to be a busy summer ahead.”
Farncombe Estate offers day, weekend and summer courses
covering everything from painting, crafts and singing, to academic talks about
music, history and art.
The 320-acre Estate is located near Broadway in the Cotswolds.
For
more information or to book a place on a Farncombe weekend, call Mandy Morrison
on 0333 456 8580 or visit www.farncombeestate.co.uk.
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