Halsway Manor News

BOOKING NOW OPEN: Christmas at Halsway

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 14:17:13 GMT

Four very special days to celebrate Christmas at enchanting and magical Halsway Manor with Pete & Marj Hendy and Dampier’s Round Featuring Pete & Moira Gutteridge

Booking now open: December Dance week 1st to 5th December 2008

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 14:15:53 GMT

Four days of non-stop dancing with Pete & Marj Hendy, Chris Turner & Elaine Norman and musicians Peter and Moira Gutteridge of Dampier’s Round

Booking now open: members weekend 3 to 5 October 2008

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 10:52:59 GMT

with Chris Turner & Barefoot.

Starts on Friday evening and ends at Lunchtime of Sunday activities for all or none !

Followed by the annual general meeting of Halsway Manor Society

Friends Draw results for March/April now available on the Friends web page

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:00:48 GMT

BOOKING NOW OPEN: Violin Bow making 30th Nov to 5th December 2008

Thu, 22 May 2008 07:57:52 GMT

Tutor: Christopher J Halstead

Christopher worked and trained with Richard Wilson in Cambridge and Didier Claudel in France before setting up his own workshop in 1997.

He works as a full time bow maker and repairer in Sheffield and has also been teaching violin bow-making in summer schools for the last ten years

In addition to the cost of tuition and accommodation there will be an extra charge to cover materials such as bow wood billet, semi manufactured frog, bow hair etc and is likely to be between about £140 to £200 and will depend upon the type of bow that you wish to make.

As well as modern bows for the violin family of instruments (i.e. violin, viola, cello, double bass) it is also possible to make a Baroque bow. The type of bow you wish to make will need to be stated on the booking form.

The class size will be limited to a maximum of five in order to ensure good supervision.

BOOKING NOW OPEN: English dances from Home and Abroad 7 to 10 Nov 2008

Tue, 13 May 2008 07:51:01 GMT

English Dances from Home & Abroad are dances published by Playford & Thompson and those choreographed by Roodman, Callens & Wedgebury to the music of Purcell, Handel, Mozart, O’Carolan and Jensen.
Host ray Goodswen, musician Bristol Players

12th Nigh Revels 5th to 9th January 2009

Thu, 08 May 2008 14:55:52 GMT

We invite you to come and enjoy our gathering for 12th Night. Extend your seasonal celebration with 12th Night Revels by dancing and singing and other activities including winter customs, exploring the new library collections with Ted & Pat Morse and Alan & Christine Corkett

date for your diary: BOW MAKING COURSE 30 Nov to 5 dec 2008

Thu, 08 May 2008 14:22:46 GMT

Musical instrumnet bow making:

Look out for more details soon

5TH VIOLIN MAKING WEEKEND: BOOKING NOW OPEN

Thu, 08 May 2008 14:21:01 GMT

Tutor Neville Gardner has been teaching violin-making for the last nine years at evening classes run by Hillingdon Adult Education. This weekend is run in response to demands by students to have a good length of time at the workbench. As well as the usual string family of instruments support can also be given for making a Rebec. Class size is limited in order to ensure good support to students.

HALSWAY Folk Camp Week 26th July – 2nd August 2008

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:02:06 GMT

Halsway Manor Society has taken the opportunity to offer a week’s folk activity based summer holiday available to residents in the Manor and with camping in the Water Gardens.

Last Minute Do Come to Halsway 18 -20 April 2008

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 06:54:02 GMT

Due to a change cancellation, an opportunity arose for this last minute weekend to be added to the programme of events at a special price of £75.

We invite you to come and enjoy a new Halsway experience, a fun April weekend package of dances and workshops.

BOOKING NOW OPEN: ZESTY CONTRA 2008: 24th - 27th October 2008

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 08:36:17 GMT

The Zesty Contra House Party weekend will be filled with activities for both dancers and musicians. We’ve not yet finalised the details of the programme but you can expect a weekend designed to extend your dance horizons as well as to entertain you.

Day workshops help you to become a better dancer. Each evening offers a contradance – your chance to get in the groove and have fun dancing.

Musicians may join in alongside Sick Shift in the Open Band slots. Music will be available well in advance. Late sessions in the bar.

BOOKING NOW OPEN: PIPERS 2008: 6-9 March 2009

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 14:59:50 GMT

Following the successful sell out for Pipers 2008, booking has already opened for Pipers 09. The 2008 staff have agreed to return so expect to greet Pauline Cato, Rob Say, Chris Evans and Francis Wood. Additional staff may also be invited.

Reserve your place by phoning the Manor on 01984 618274.

Booking forms and full prices will be available shortly after Easter.

BOOKING NOW OPEN: Workshop Weekend 17th to 20th October 2008

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 08:34:55 GMT

A follow up to last years very successful event. The aim of this weekend is to have a leisurely look at some of the dances and tunes that are published in the book called “The Playford Ball – 103 Early English Country Dances” by Kate Van Winkle Keller and Genevieve Shimer.

Dancers will be encouraged to each bring one or two of the dances that they feel confident to explain to the others.

Some time will also be spent on deciding what makes dances successful and how a new dance could be created.

Musicians attending the weekend will be able to practise the tunes separately

BOOKING NOW OPEN: 2nd Stained Glass window making weekend 25th to 28th April 2008

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 08:32:35 GMT

This is an opportunity to enjoy a weekend break at the Manor and learn how to make a stained glass panel.

Tutor. Marigold Gorick will present a comprehensive course to enable you to go home with your own stained glass panel. Marigold is an experienced stained glass teacher and artist.

This repeat venture is part of our programme of expansion at Halsway Manor. All materials and tools will be supplied but there will be an additional charge for materials, dependant on the size of your panel (10 pence per square inch of panel).

BOOKING NOW OPEN: May Traditions 19th to 23rd May 2008

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:47:33 GMT

a new Halsway experience.
a fun May mid-week package of dancing, singing, music and customs with Ted & Pat Morse and Alan & Christine Corkett

BOOKING NOW OPEN: YETTIES WEEKEND 20TH TO 23RD FEBRUARY 2009

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 14:13:31 GMT

This favourite annual weekend event, will be again knackering but provide opportunities to relax and explore the local area of scenic beauty with the firm knowledge that the Yetties will be close at hand should you feel the need to burst into song or dance, perform party pieces, even stand on your head!

BOOKING NOW OPEN: YETTIES MID WEEK BREAK ST TO 25TH JULY 2008

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 13:47:40 GMT

This year our relaxing holiday week is presented with a Dorset Theme.

We will need you to be prepared to sing, dance to keep the momentum going for four days and retain your sense of humour too! (It’s a holiday - remember!)

BOOKING NOW OPEN: MID WEEK AMERICAN BREAK 6-9 May 2008

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 11:35:33 GMT

Halsway Manor presents a unique opportunity to dance with the exiting North American band CROWFOOT.

BOOKING NOW OPEN: IRISH SET DANCE WEEKEND 30th MAY TO 2nd JUNE

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:23:15 GMT

Ken and Sarah look forward to welcoming you all again to the next Irish Set dancing event at Halsway.

Staff
Ken Lamport
Sarah Loweth
Maggie Daniel
Pendragon Ceili Band

BOOKING NOW OPEN:: 4th VIOLIN MAKING COURSE 24 to 28 April 2008

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 16:19:09 GMT

FAMILY HISTORY COURSE 18th to 22nd FEBRUARY 2008

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:30:06 GMT

This is an introductory family history course for those people starting Family History.

The course will be a mix of tuition, internet research, visits and time for individually supported research. The emphasis is on participation in a supportive and friendly atmosphere within the lovely surroundings of Halsway Manor and the Quantock Hills.

ANGLO AMERICAN Pat Shaw & Beyond 27th – 30th June 2008

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 14:59:18 GMT

As Pat Shaw did a lot to unite the dancing communities on both sides of the Atlantic it seemed appropriate to use his work as a starting point and then see how it has been developed in England by Alan Davies and the U.S.A. by Gary Roodman.

Tutors:
Henri & Jacqui Morgenstein
Alan Davies
Gary Roodman
Peter & Susan Swann

Musicans weekend 6 - 8 June 2008

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 14:56:04 GMT

The weekend will start with an informal playing on the Friday and then more formal teaching sessions during Saturday and on Sunday morning.

Workshops will include music covering a wide range of capabilities and there will be time for specialist study on the violin with Aidan and accordion with Rod. and will cover music for Barn Dances, Playford-style dances, Ritual dance and just for listening.

Tutors:
Rod Stradling
Aidan Broadbridge
Hosts
Alan Corkett
Christine Corkett
Ron Rudd

CHRISTMAS DINNER AND DANCE

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 14:14:10 GMT

Christmas Dinner/Dance

Pete Hendy with the "Keytones Duo"
Dinner / Dance £18
Dinner / Dance plus Bed & Breakfast £45

Stained Glass Windows 2nd – 5th Nov 2007

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:30:10 GMT

BOOKING NOW OPEN:

This is an opportunity to enjoy a weekend break at the Manor and learn how to make a stained glass panel.

Marigold Gorick will present a comprehensive course to enable you to go home with your own stained glass panel. Marigold is an experienced stained glass teacher and artist.

This is a new venture that is part of our programme of expansion at Halsway Manor.

COUNTRY DANCE HOLIDAY 22nd – 27th June 2008

Tue, 04 Sep 2007 16:54:01 GMT

BOOKING NOW OPEN

A welcome repeat of this favourite event with tutors Cyril & Doreen Jones; Ron Coxall; Rod & Frances Stradling

For the last five years at Halsway Cyril and Ron have provided an exciting and varied programme of dances from the Playford era to the present day and as always Rod & Frances excelled themselves with their inspiring music.

Early booking advised

JUNE JAPES 2008: 16th – 20th June 2008

Tue, 04 Sep 2007 16:50:02 GMT

BOOKING NOW OPEN

A new event: Four days of light hearted country dancing, gentle walking, snoozing, music making, serious gossiping, eating and drinking with a little bit of maypole, sword dance, singing and optional croquet lead by Halsway favourites Chris Turner & Elaine Norman John & Mary Brock.

HARDY ANNUAL AND HALSWAY ASSEMBLY 13-16 june 2008

Tue, 04 Sep 2007 16:44:46 GMT

BOOKING NOW OPEN

Although the format has been changed to a long weekend to make the event more attractive and the travelling easier but many the traditional aspects have been retained. This long time favourite event returns to Halsway for another year.

Tutors: Margaret Thomas; Alan Davies; Peter & Susan Swann

SCOTTISH BURNS WEEKEND 18TH TO 20TH JANUARY 2008

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 14:34:26 GMT

Once again Halsway Manor Society invites you to join our annual "Burns Night" celebration weekend.

During the Weekend the dancing in the workshops will be adapted to suit the levels of ability required. There will be a minimum of step and technique teaching and the emphasis will be on the enjoyment of each other's company as we learn dances together

Fun Folk Dance Weekend Fri 11th to Mon 14th April 2008

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 14:46:45 GMT

BOOKING NOW OPEN

The course aims to provide a wide and varied programme, sufficient to stretch even the most demanding dancers whilst still being fun and enjoyable.

Tutors:

Ray Goodswen
Frances Oates
Moira Gutteridge
Peter Gutteridge

EASTER CONTRA Thurs 20th – Mon 24th March 2008

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 10:49:09 GMT

Booking Now Open
STAFF: Lisa Greenleaf; Rodney & Elvie Miller; Meg Winters

WALKING AND DANCING Mon 30th June - Fri 4th July 2008

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 09:35:40 GMT

booking now open

The Walking and Dancing week has taken place annually since 1997. Halsway Manor is pleased to host the event again in 2008 and welcome back last year’s leaders.

This event has been fully booked every year, long before the discount price closing date. To avoid disappointment please book early.

SING FOR THE WORLD

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 10:10:46 GMT

training week with Faustus includes concerts and a Schools day. Further details to follow

Northumbbrian Pipers weekend 7th to 10th March 2008

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 10:55:34 GMT

Booking now open
This 2 day course offers tuition at different levels to a wide range of abilities.

‘For the Furthur Improvement of Dancing’

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 15:53:26 GMT

‘For the Furthur Improvement of Dancing’
A Weekend of English Country Dance and Music with Andrew Shaw, Paul Hutchinson – Accordion and John Hymas – Violin

details and bookings:
Mrs D Jones 0151 336 4755
http://www.battilana.ndo.co.uk/FurthurImprovementWeekend.htm

MADDING CROWD

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 15:45:44 GMT

Fri 8th to Mon 11th fEBRUARY 2008
Madding Crowd WEEKEND
further information
Gordon Thick
02380 265378
http://www.maddingcrowd.org/

BOOKING NOW OPEN: 12th Night Mini weekend 5th to 6th January 2008

Sun, 17 Jun 2007 10:31:57 GMT

We are repeating and expanding this event by popular demand. In addition to Saturday workshop & party dance with B/B, the new package includes Sunday morning work-shops and finishes with Sunday lunch. Numbers will be limited

CHANGED COURSE DATES

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 15:15:33 GMT

The dates of the 2008 Family History Course have been changed to Mon 18th Feb to Fri 22nd Feb 2008

Halsway Free From Fair 1 July 2007

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 20:52:44 GMT

Food allergies affect the lives of thousands of people every year. Everybody would like to eat a healthy diet but some are unable to because of their body’s intolerance to certain foods.

The producers that are attending our Food Fair will be displaying a vast range of products which can help to fill that gap for those with special dietary requirements.

A visit to the Food Fair could improve your daily well being and hopefully change your lifestyle.

Booking open: DO-it-Yourself music and dance course 2nd to 4th November 2007

Tue, 05 Jun 2007 15:26:05 GMT

The aim of this weekend is to have a leisurely look at some of the dances and tunes that are published in the book called “The Playford Ball – 103 Early English Country Dances” by Kate Van Winkle Keller and Genevieve Shimer.

Dancers will be encouraged to each bring one or two of the dances that they feel confident to explain to the others. There will be a dance co-ordinator and also a musician available to play for the dance workshop.

Musicians who attend the weekend will be able to practise the tunes separately and be supported by Peter and Susan Swann who will be co-ordinating the music workshop. Whilst the dancers practise the dances the musicians will be practising the tunes.

Booking Open: Members weekend 5-7 October 2007

Thu, 10 May 2007 12:42:51 GMT

with Frances Oates and Barefoot

Booking Open: Christmas House Party 23 - 27 December 2007

Thu, 10 May 2007 11:48:04 GMT

Staff: Pete and Marj Hendy, Santa Claus, Joyce and Philip Rowe with David Bradley

Booking Open: English Dances From Home and Abroad 9th - 12th Nov 2007

Thu, 10 May 2007 10:25:44 GMT

Booking Open: Irish Set dance Weekend 16 to 18 November 2007

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 11:42:14 GMT

Following the success of the Irish Dance Ceili in February 2006 & the October 2006 weekend, we are delighted to welcome back Ken and Sarah to Halsway Manor to host a second fun packed weekend of Irish Dance and Music to include Workshops, Ceilis, Guided walks, impromptu sessions and delicious food!

For the less energetic why not just come and relax in lovely rural surroundings to meet and make friends, old and new.
Hosts are Ken Lamport & Sarah Loweth
Tutor Vicky Salway and Music Pendragon & Eight Foot Four

Booking open: 3rd Violin Making Course 2nd to 4th November 2007

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 20:28:14 GMT

Booking open: New Year Dance Course 29 December 2007- 2 Janaury 2008

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 20:24:18 GMT

With Ron Coxall, Kellys Eye and hosted by Coral Charles

Booking Open: Yetties weekend 22 to 24 February 2008

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 13:18:00 GMT

FAMILY HISTORY COURSE

Sun, 11 Feb 2007 20:33:41 GMT

Unfortunately we have had to cancel the February course. See the web site for more details

Booking Open: Robert Moir weekend 28th–30th September 2007

Sun, 14 Jan 2007 18:54:51 GMT

The theme for the weekend will be to emphasise the difference between merely getting through dance figures and using dance technique to achieve a greater degree of satisfaction in the whole experience. In particular, the workshops will aim to encourage this.

Photos of 12th Night mini-weekend now online

Thu, 11 Jan 2007 11:54:01 GMT

Photos of the 2007 12th Night mini weekend are now onlione. Make a diary date for 5th and 6th January 2008. Booking will open later this year.

Halsway Musicians workshop Sunday 21 January 2007

Tue, 09 Jan 2007 10:06:56 GMT

Learn to play for dancing ? Come and join a band ? Play with others for fun ? At these sessions we welcome anyone who wishes to join in and play. admission £2

Family History Course 19th- 23rd February 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 13:56:21 GMT

This is a family history course for those people interested in finding out about their roots in Somerset or Devon. The course will be a mix of tuition, internet research, visits and time for individual supported research. The emphasis is on participation. It is intended to be an enjoyable course, as we do appreciate that many people come to learn and get the most out of their visit to Halsway Manor and take away fond memories of the whole experience.

Northumbrian Pipers Weekend 2nd – 4th March 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 14:15:05 GMT

Tutors: Pauline Cato (advanced ) Chris Evans & Rob Say (intermediate) Francis Wood (beginners)

2nd Violin Making weekend 16th-18th March 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 14:03:52 GMT

Easter House Party 5th - 10th April 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 14:18:12 GMT

Tutors: Mike & Mary Wilson-Jones, David Fleming-Williams, Christine Oxtoby, Judith Muir. There is a very varied programme. Mornings are mostly dance sessions with Mike or guest callers; afternoons are always free. Activities can include organised walks on the Quantocks or to the coast for those that want; and a skittles match at one of the local pubs one lunchtime is always on the agenda.

Fun Folk Dance Weekend 13th – 16th April 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 14:20:11 GMT

Tutors: Ray Goodswen, Frances Oates, Maggie Fletcher & Mollie Konigsberger.

Spring Contra 20th to 22nd April 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 11:10:08 GMT

Booking now open for Spring Contra 2007 with John and Hilary Turner and Gareth Kiddier and Linda Game (English Contra Dance Band. Download a booking form or make a telephone booking 01984 618274

Musicians Weekend 8th - 10th June 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 14:00:17 GMT

Tutors: Rod Stradling, Aidan Broadbridge, Alan Corkett, Christine Corkett, Ron Rudd. The weekend will start with an informal playing on the Friday and then more formal teaching sessions during Saturday and on Sunday morning.

Country Dance Holiday 17th - 22th June 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 14:08:16 GMT

Tutors: Cyril & Doreen Jones with Ron Coxall and Rod & Frances Stradling Cyril and Ron provide an exciting and varied programme while Rod & Frances excell themselves with their inspiring music. Workshops each morning, an optional late afternoon session and a full evening of dancing after dinner, not to be missed

Coleridge & the Folklore of Somerset 25th - 29th June 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 14:10:42 GMT

Tutors: Alan & Christine Corkett, Roger Conway (Walk Leader), Yvette Staelens (Folk Song Researcher)

Yetties July Midweek Break 9th - 13th July 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 14:22:44 GMT

This week is designed to be more of a relaxing event than the popular annual weekend the yetties present every February at halsway which can be knackering. You will need your sense of humour at all times and be prepared to sing, dance to keep the momentum going for several days

"ZESTY" Contra House Party 23rd-25th Nov 2007

Thu, 28 Dec 2006 14:13:47 GMT

Tutors: Michael Barraclough, Rhonda Hotop, Holly Norton, Bobbie Thomas. The weekend will be filled with activities to suit both dancers and musicians. Each evening there will be a contra dance. Each day there will be workshops on improvisation and more stretching contras. For musicians there will be a workshop with the opportunity to play for dancing later in the weekend.