Events at Brantwood

Events at Brantwood  

What's going on at Brantwood?

From outdoor theatre for all the family to lectures on art and literature, from concerts in the drawing room to our annual craft fair, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

 

 

 

 

Guided Garden Walks

Explore Brantwood’s fascinating and extensive estate with one of our very knowledgeable guides. Easter to October: every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and alternate Sundays at 2.15pm. No additional charge. No pre-booking required.

 

Tours & Talks

 


26th July, 2nd August, 9th August 2010

Introductory tour and talk of `From Gilpin to Turner: Chaos in Paradise' exhibition with Howard Hull, Brantwood Director and exhibition curator.

2.15-3.15pm.

Included with house admission

 


Outdoor Theatre

 

 

20th July 2010

Romeo & Juliet

10th August 2010

James and the Giant Peach

Enjoy outdoor theatre in the setting of Brantwood's lakeside meadow with spectacular views across Coniston Water to the fells.

Gates open at 6pm. Shows start at 7pm.

Adults £9.50. Child/Student £6.50

Bring own seating

Tickets available from Brantwood only

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Remarkable Meetings With Trees

Tuesdays: 27th July, 10th & 24th August, 7th September 2010

Tree spirit journeys with James Ellwood. Deepen your awareness of trees through their history and mythology and the latent energy within each tree species and individual tree.

2.30pm-5.30pm

£20.00 for each half day event.

Please bring suitable outdoor clothing

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Childrens summer activity workshops

 

2nd August 2010

Mini-beast morning with “Animal Educators”. Get up close to a menagerie of animals and insects. Make your own mini-beast.

9th August 2010

Bird and tree safari into Brantwood’s estate. See what you can spot in our ancient woodland and enjoy an activity session en route.

16th August 2010

Wings and things. Discover the variety of birds and insects living on Brantwood’s estate with an orienteering trail, moth walk and lantern making activity.

23rd August 2010

Lake Life. Find out what lives near Brantwood’s shore and get creative to make your own creatures and watery habitat.

All workshops run from 10.30am-12.30pm

Suitable for children aged 5-10

£5.50 per child per workshop.

Children aged 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Pre-booking strongly recommended.

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Ruskin Rocks

 

19th August 2010

International percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie demonstrates a 21st century rock xylophone made from lakeland slate. Activities for children. BBQ and hog roast. Everyone welcome. Free admission.

Event runs from 2pm-5pm

Dame Evelyn introduction and demonstration 3pm-4pm

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Ruskin Readings

 

1st Tuesday of every month April to October inclusive

Listen to excerpts of original Ruskin read by Pat Crellin, Brantwood volunteer.

2.30-3.30pm

Included with house admission

  Family  Trail

2010 School Holidays

Follow a fun trail around Brantwood's woodland estate to find hidden animal friends. Learn about the creatures around us and their habitats.

No additional charge

 

Craft Fair

13th & 14th November 2010

A wide range of quality crafts from around Cumbria, on display throughout Brantwood house. 10.30am until 5pm. £2 admission for craft fair & house, inclusive. No charge for child admissions.

 

Crafts include: Pottery, jewellery, fused glass, felt bags, swill baskets, wood turning, photographs, bird & animal wood carving, lavendar goods, furniture restoration, driftwood clocks, children's clothes, lakeland scents, food - to name but a few!

 

 

Concert Series 2010/2011

Saturday 23 October 2010

Andrew Booth - guitar

Stephanie Oade - cello

Programme comprises Bach, Villa-Lobos, Ravel, Debussy, Schubert, Piazolla

Saturday 27 November 2010

Simon Passmore - Piano Recital

Programme comprises Mozart, Ravel, Grieg, Chopin, Grainger

Saturday 12 February 2011

Janneke Brits & James Kreiling - Piano Duet

Programme comprises Mozart, Debussy, Stravinsky

Saturday 12 March 2011

Thomas Verity - clarinet

Catarina Rafael - cello

Joao Pedro Costa - piano

Programme comprises Beethoven and Bach

Tickets cost £14 per person and includes a glass of wine in the interval. Tickets must be pre-booked.

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

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Events at Brantwood

Brantwood is an independent registered charity
The Brantwood Trust
Coniston
Cumbria
LA21 8AD
enquiries@brantwood.org.uk
Telephone: 015394 41396
Facsimile: 015394 41263