Step inside a century of community, curiosity and creativity. From 7 September to 23 October 2026, The Guild proudly presents our Centenary Retrospective Exhibition — a captivating journey through 100 years of lifelong learning.This exhibition brings together artwork, historic artifacts and hidden gems from our archives. It stands as both a celebration of our progressive history and a tribute to...
Make a fairly sizeable willow stag for your garden or home. You will be led through the day with written and spoken instructions and visual demonstrations, breaking the process down into small manageable steps.This is a fairly full on workshop and some strength in your hands is needed.All materials will be provided. Please bring a pair of secateurs, although there will...
This is the final part of the trilogy of novels by Hilary Mantel's about the life and career of Thomas Cromwell at the court of Henry VIII.It covers the years from 1536 to 1540 which were turbulent both for the king and his first minister.After Anne Boleyn's execution Henry had quickly married Jane Seymour, who gave him the son he...
Come along and learn the art of enamelling in our superb, well equipped and friendly workshop lead by Hannah with many decades of jewellery making experience and is currently the Vice-Chair of the Guild of Enamellers.Beginners are welcomed to this enamelling day with Hannah in Wilmslow, Cheshire. It is the perfect opportunity to see if a new hobby is for you. Come alone...
Fine-Tec is one of the most exciting new products to have emerged for calligraphy, offering a fresh way to add shine, colour and impact to lettering.Traditionally, gold, and sometimes silver, was the precious metal of choice, most often used in illuminations that accompanied written text.Fine-Tec is available not only in gold and silver, but also in an ever-growing range of...
Come along and learn the art of enamelling in our superb, well equipped and friendly workshop lead by Hannah with many decades of jewellery making experience and is currently the Vice-Chair of the Guild of Enamellers.Beginners are welcomed to this enamelling day with Hannah in Wilmslow, Cheshire. It is the perfect opportunity to see if a new hobby is for...
Life drawing is one of the most fascinating pursuits in art and design—a superb starting point if you are just beginning your artistic journey, and an endlessly rich theme for more experienced artists at all levels.In everyday life, we are naturally tuned into observing and interpreting the human body and its movements. Experiencing life in our own physical bodies gives...
Winter Wonderland – Come along and make jewellery in our superb, well equipped and friendly workshop lead by Hannah with many decades of experience. Beginners are welcomed to this jewellery making day with Hannah in Wilmslow, Cheshire. It is the perfect opportunity to see if a new hobby is for you. Come alone (it’s a little daunting stepping out of...
A bangle is the jewellery equivalent of that little black dress everyone should have in their cupboard. It is a great project to lay some firm foundations in jewellery making.This class is perfect to make a Christmas gift!You will learn a wide range of jewellery making skills such as: • Piercing • Filing • Annealing • Soldering • Basic Forming...
The wearing of clothing is exclusively a human characteristic and is a feature of most human societies.This introduction to fashion history traces the evolution of clothing from functional protection and social status indicators in ancient civilizations to a rapid, globalized industry focused on self-expression, sustainability, and technological innovation.We will take a romp through male and female clothing styles. Such changes...
Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels.In everyday life, we are tuned into observing and interpreting the bodies and movements of our...
We invite you to a vibrant, relaxed social evening celebrating continental culture on Friday 27 November at 7:00pm.Whether you already speak a language fluently, haven't practiced since school, or are a complete beginner curious about a new culture, you are so welcome to join us. We will be celebrating the rich traditions of Spain, Italy, France, and Germany.What’s on the...
Join us for a festive day of inspiration, music, and seasonal treats as we head to the beautiful Hazelwood for a special holiday demonstration.Event Details: Sunday, 29th November 2026Price: £45.00 per person (Includes return coach travel, lunch, demonstration, and festive refreshments)The Itinerary:Sit back and relax while we take care of the driving! 11:00 Depart Wilmslow (Coach pickup) 12:30 Arrive at Hazelwood...
Craft a beautiful textile wall hanging using traditional Bobbin Lace techniques in this hands-on workshop. Personalise your piece using festive Christmas colors and embellishments, with all equipment and materials fully supplied on the day. Class size is capped at a maximum of 10 participants to guarantee one-on-one support, suitable for all skill levels.Tuesday 8th December 10-1pm, upstairs in the blue craft...
Polish your glass slippers and get ready for the ultimate family pantomime! Get ready for a fun-packed, fast-paced adventure as we bring the world’s favourite fairy tale to life! Tickets will go on sale in October The Players are always on the look out for new cast and production members, casting for the pantomime takes place in September, please contact info@wgp.org.uk for...
This one day workshop will explore an Italian film while practising the language. The viewing of the film will be in fact accompanied by activities devised to comment on the film in an interactive way. Intermediate level at least required, but everybody is welcome. (Film with subtitles in English or Italian).
An Advent get-together exploring lesser known German traditions and customs, carols and poems whilst enjoying a “Weihnachtsplätzchen” or two and tea/coffee
Always wanted to know more about the rules that govern society. This day course is for non-lawyers and introduces the basic historical concepts relating to English legal history. We will look briefly at global legal history also.So what is legal history?Legal history is the discipline that explains where our laws come from, how they have changed, and what that reveals...
Take a well-deserved break from the pre-Christmas hustle and bustle and join us for a delightful, stress-free coach trip to York's award-winning Christmas Festival, St Nicholas Fair!This day out is designed for pure relaxation and festive pleasure. Forget the worry of parking and the long drive; our comfortable coach will whisk you directly to this beautiful, historic city. You can...
Get into the holiday spirit and craft an everlasting Christmas centerpiece! Join us for a cozy, hands-on workshop where you will learn to construct your very own realistic poinsettia out of premium crepe paper.Whether you are a complete beginner, an experienced paper crafter, or a lover of floral design, this festive session is open to everyone. Bring your creative spark...
Do you know of someone who would be spending Christmas day alone this year? We would like to invite them to join us on 25 December from midday for a traditional lunch.Places are limited, please book on this page or email charitysupport@guildlifelonglearning.org to join us at the table.or call 01625 523903
Join the Flower Club for this very special luncheon on Thursday 28th January 2027 at the Alderley Edge Hotel. Demonstration by National Demonstrator, Leanne Williams "Serendepity"Two course lunch with vegetarian option available and tea/coffee to finish.Menu:Lemon and Thyme Roast Chicken Breast with Mash or Squash, Pumpkin and Walnut Roast with Roasties and VegChocolate and Cherry Cheesecake with Contreau Orange Liquor.Book your...
Welcome to the streets of 18th-century Seville! We are thrilled to invite you to an immersive exploration of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Don Giovanni—a masterpiece of seduction, supernatural justice, and the ultimate "bad boy" of opera.Whether you are an opera aficionado or a total newcomer, this event is designed to pull back the velvet curtain and let you step into the...
What is a cathedral? What is the difference between a church and a cathedral? And what is the meaning and definition of “cathedral".This day course looks at UK cathedrals. They attract millions of visitors worldwide and demonstrate the greatest achievements of culture, craftsmanship and faith. We will investigate the history, art, architecture as well as the people and the set-up...
Make a beautiful sitting hare for your garden or homeYou will be led through the day with written and spoken instructions and visual demonstrations, breaking the process down into small manageable steps.This is a fairly full on workshop and some strength in your hands is needed.All materials will be provided. Please bring a pair of secateurs, although there will be...
With many book structures the construction is hidden once the book is completed. An exposed spine makes a feature of the sewing that hold the pages together using colour co-ordinated thread and decorative stitches. These books also have the advantage of lying flat when open.
We will explore how to construct a four-legged animal with a hollow body using crank clay. While Paul typically demonstrates his method by creating a horse, the techniques taught are applicable to any four-legged creature.The emphasis of the day will be on learning new ways of handling clay together as a group within a light-hearted, supportive atmosphere.Throughout the session, we...
Make an obelisk for your garden and a large dragonfly on a stickYou will be led through the day with written and spoken instructions and visual demonstrations, breaking the process down into small manageable steps.This is a fairly full on workshop and some strength in your hands is needed.All materials will be provided. Please bring a pair of secateurs, although...
Life drawing is one of the most fascinating things to do in art and design. It is a superb way of starting your drawing journey if you have never been there before, and it is a never-ending theme for more advanced artists at all levels.In everyday life, we are tuned into observing and interpreting the bodies and movements of our...