Our workshops

have been formed with the aim of providing a level of tuition in the arts which respects the fundamental skills of looking, seeing and making. The courses we offer have, at their roots, skills which are traditional, and most are suitable for complete beginners.

Simon Cooley

has been teaching for 30 years and has always been a working sculptor. He works in forged metal, stone and clay. He exhibits regularly in the UK and his work is in private collections internationally. He also runs short courses for Central St Martin’s School of Art in London. Visit his sculpture site here: www.simoncooley.com

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Simon, you were the best possible teacher, extremely patient and encouraging. We all learnt a huge amount from a standing start and I certainly am greatly enthused to continue the good work. Anna, thank you so much for the delicious lunches

New!

Multiple booking discount

Buy two places and get 5% off the second (discount will be applied to the cheaper course).

Molebutton Soups and Salads is now available to buy. This little gem contains all of Anna's workshop soup recipes and plenty of lovely full colour images. Copies are £8 each plus £1.99 P&P - please email Anna to order now.

New slideshows

Have a look at our 3 new slideshows

Gift Vouchers

Did you know you can now buy gift vouchers...?

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Accommodation

There is a good selection of accommodation available within a 15 minute drive. We are placed between Abergavenny (4 miles) and Crickhowell (5 miles). Click here for a map of our postcode, which is NP7 9RY.

See Visit Wales for accommodation around Abergavenny and Crickhowell.

A most popular self-catering option with our students, and also within walking distance across the hill tracks is Llanwenarth Lodge Cottage which is available at £30 per night. Book directly with Sue Corfield on 01873 830437 (this gets booked for all our courses so do book early if you are interested!)

Llansabbath Country House B&B has been recommended by many of our students. All rooms are ensuite.

New to our list for 2010 is The Old Rectory B&B, which is in a picturesque setting near the River Usk.

Penpergwm Lodge offers reasonably priced B&B near a good food pub.

For those who prefer camping, try Cwmdu Camping and Penydre Camping (also offering cottages and B&B).

Abergavenny is known for its Food Festival (September) and is surrounded by good places to eat. Download a pdf list here.