List of Events
Draw, Paint, Make! 6 Weeks Course with Linda Ingham-Power at The Ropewalk
Creative skills are an asset which enhances our lives; they feed into everyday things, such as cooking, gardening and practical activities, whilst also being a route to relaxation for some, perhaps a sense of achievement, learning, or “time out”. This six-week course begins with drawing techniques – using different materials and methods, as well as ways of looking at and seeing things in order to create observational studies or develop designs. Suitable for those new to a creative journey as…
Barnstormers Comedy Club at Ropery Hall
Another installment of our ever popular comedy night.
Baysgarth Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
The Haar at Ropery Hall
The Haar introduces the formidable singing talent of All-Ireland Scór na nÓg winner Molly Donnery combined with three of the most exciting instrumentalists on the folk and traditional music circuit: Cormac Byrne (BBC Folk Award/Show of Hands/Seth Lakeman), Adam Summerhayes, and Murray Grainger (both of the FATEA award-winning Ciderhouse Rebellion). This is music that is not afraid to transcend borders - whilst recognisably born of the traditional music that all members have grown up with. The Haar are unapologetic in…
Wire Bee Workshop with Anna Roebuck at The Ropewalk
Learn various wire forming techniques and create a wonderful everlasting bee for your garden or as an indoor decoration for your home. On the day you’ll be able to choose between a bumble bee or a honey bee. The workshop is suitable for anyone and is a nice way to learn basic metalwork and jewellery making skills. Please note though, wirework can be tiring on your hands, so do bear this in mind if you have any issues with hand…
Draw, Paint, Make! 6 Weeks Course with Linda Ingham-Power at The Ropewalk
Creative skills are an asset which enhances our lives; they feed into everyday things, such as cooking, gardening and practical activities, whilst also being a route to relaxation for some, perhaps a sense of achievement, learning, or “time out”. This six-week course begins with drawing techniques – using different materials and methods, as well as ways of looking at and seeing things in order to create observational studies or develop designs. Suitable for those new to a creative journey as…
Jacob and Drinkwater at Ropery Hall
UK alt-folk duo Jacob & Drinkwater have been called “stand out new folk” by BBC6 Music and “inventive and thrilling” by R2 Magazine. Jacob’s sweeping vocals never fail to captivate, delivering many a spine-tingling moment; the fluidity and precision of his finger-picking underpinned by Drinkwater’s nimbly rhythmic double bass; at times sweetly soaring, haunting, percussive and driving, the layers of depth a perfect counterfoil. Featured numerous times on BBC Radio 2, BBC6 Music and lauded by their musical peers as one of the most accomplished acts…
Baysgarth Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Willow Obelisk Half Day Workshop with Alison Walling at The Ropewalk
During the course of the morning, you will learn this useful weaving technique to create a large Garden Obelisk. These add instant height to any garden and are perfect for your climbing tender annuals such as Sweet Peas. This course is suitable for beginners. Please remember to wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dirty and closed toe shoes.
Print and Stitch (Self)Portraits Workshop with Hannah Turlington at The Ropewalk
Explore and experiment with mono printing and hand stitching to create your own (self) portrait. It is the opportunity to combine 2 different mediums to create a unique mixed media piece that is reflective of you. During the day you will create mono print (self) portraits then combine them with fabric and hand stitch to create the features of the face. You will go through the process of mono printing and different types of stitch to create different effects. We…
