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Denman update- 20 March 2020

Denman Update- 17.03.20

Dear Student, In line with the latest updated advice regarding the avoidance of non-essential contact, Denman is postponing all courses and specific Member events that were scheduled to run until 12 April 2020.  Please note that we will review all future courses again in a weeks’ time and will update you accordingly. This has not […]

Coronavirus Concerns

Due to the outbreaks of Coronavirus and the subsequent confirmed cases in the UK, we at Denman take the health and safety of our visitors and staff very seriously, so we are sharing guidance from Public Health England on steps you should be taking. There is currently no cause for concern at the college, but […]

Day Visits

Spend a whole day at Denman with lunch, a tour, cream teas and even a demonstration from one of our expert tutors. Prices from £30pp For more information then please email marketing@denman.org.uk or call 01865 391 991

Afternoon tea at Denman

Take a personal guided tour of Denman and enjoy a premium afternoon tea including sandwiches, cakes, treats and a glass of prosecco! Enhance your visit with a demonstration! Prices from £20pp   If you require more information or would like to book then please email marketing@denman.org.uk or call 01865 391 991.        

Spring Sale

Spring Sale Extended!  We are delighted to announce more courses added to our Spring Sale, please find the latest list of courses that are in the sale here: Spring Sale updated 10.03.20 PDF: Spring Sale updated 13.03.20  These courses run until the end of May 2020. All other terms and conditions remain the same. Save […]

Christmas Opening Hours

Please find our Christmas and New Year opening hours. If you urgently need to speak to a member of staff during this period then please either email info@denman.org.uk or alternatively please call and leave a message which will be dealt with when a member of staff is next in the office. We wish you all […]

Save 3% When Booking Online

We’re delighted to offer 3% off future online bookings for any course or event that is displayed on our website. This promotion starts on the 1st December 2019 and will continue for a limited time, so don’t delay and get booking today! How to book Pick your Course or Event from the website Make the […]

10% off Selected Courses taking place in December 2020

We’re delighted to offer readers of WI Life an exclusive 10% discount on selected courses for December 2020 when booked online. From 24th November until midnight on 31st December 2019, enjoy 10% off selected courses taking place in December 2020. The courses that you can enjoy the 10% discount are as follows: Cookery Festive Preserves 2 […]

Join us at the Creative Craft Show Birmingham 31 October – 3 November 2019

Come see us at Creative Craft Show Birmingham 31 October – 3 November 2019 and save £2 on entry*

Save 5% with Crafts Beautiful this Winter

Crafts Beautiful readers can now save 5% on selected craft courses this winter…

Save 20% on residential courses this Winter

Save 20% on selected courses this winter. There’s plenty to discover at Denman, take a look for yourself….

A fantastic fabric sale thanks

Thank you to everyone involved, you’ve helped raise over £3,500! Wow.

Escape with Denman on Tour in 2020!

Plan a trip away in 2020 with like minded people and discover plenty more, plus of course you get a to see us here at Denman too!

Join us at the Creative Craft Show Birmingham 31 October – 3 November 2019 (Save £2 with special ticket offer)

Come see us at Creative Craft Show Birmingham 31 October – 3 November 2019 and save £2 on entry*

Join us for a Kalettes Denman Day on 11 November 2019

Join Kalettes for an interesting and engaging Denman Day on Monday 11th November. FREE. WI members only.

WI Life discount offer October/November 2019

Be sure to read your latest edition of WI Life where you’ll find a delightful discount offer on the Denman page. Be quick, this offer won’t last forever!

Come cook with Valentina Harris

Food Writer, Cookery Teacher and Chef. With a heritage like Valentina’s, it is no wonder she is such a well-respected authority on Italian food and food culture. We’re delighted to have Valentina share her passion here at Denman.

Christmas Lunches at Denman 2019

Book now for your Denman Christmas Lunch 2019! Don’t miss out, call us today for availability on 01865 391991 ext 240.

Q&A with Denman tutor Jude Karnon!

Jude Karnon started making jewellery as a hobby over ten years ago. When redundancy from a website and communications role loomed, Jude decided to turn her hobby into her business and Jude Karnon Jewellery launched in November 2015. Jude works in both silver and gold and makes all pieces using traditional techniques and hand tools. Her passion is designing alongside her clients to create jewellery that encapsulates their personality, style and individualism. Jude joined as a Denman tutor in 2019.

DO I NEED TO BE AN EXPERT?

This is the first in a series of blogs by one of our tutors, Melanie Blaikie. Come back each Thursday for a new installment! Now is a great time to be teaching crafts. Why? TV programmes like Pottery Throw Down, Bake Off and the Sewing Bee have made ‘making’ fun again.

Missing Book

Our tutors Trish Zachariah and Paula Bray have lost a precious book, can you help?

Learning to Sew to Refresh Your Wardrobe, Boost Your Mood and Make New Friends 

As part of a campaign last year to reduce textile microfibre pollution, the WI also encouraged its members to repair clothes, instead of simply throwing them away. From patchwork and embroidery to dressmaking and soft furnishings, not only can you learn valuable and practical sewing techniques, but you will also benefit from meeting new people and sharing creative ideas.

7 Questions with New Denman Tutor Janine Kilroe…

Janine Kilroe has created images for the last 30 years, initially as an Editorial Advertising Photographer commissioned by many international blue-chip companies. For the past 9 years, she has focused on creating a truly unique one-off style of hand painted fine art photography. In 2019, she embarks a new challenge… Teaching at Denman! 

Denman Q&A: Charles Hanson – Antiques Expert

We were able to exclusively interview Charles Hanson and he kindly answered our most pressing questions about the world of antiques…