Classes And Workshops At <strong>Taunton</strong> Brewhouse This Autumn. ADVERTISING FEATURE Forget New Year, autumn means a fresh start for me, perhaps because it has still carries that association with the beginning of the school year. It feels like a good time to try something new, start a class or take up a hobby. If you feel the same way <strong>Taunton</strong> Brewhouse has lots to offer. For those of an artistic bent there is painting, jewellery making, or writing. If you learnt a new instrument in lockdown why not bring it along <strong>and</strong> join our concert orchestra? If exercise is more your thing there are flamenco <strong>and</strong> ballet lessons for every ability. As well as picking up a new skill it is a great opportunity to meet people. For a full list of classes go to www.thebrewhouse.net/listings/activities One <strong>and</strong> Two Day Workshops For those who like to get fully immersed in an activity <strong>Taunton</strong> Brewhouse has some special one <strong>and</strong> two day workshops on offer. Evoking The Coast 16 <strong>Oct</strong>, 10am – 5pm, £65 Suitable for 18+ A semi-abstract painting <strong>and</strong> drawing workshop led by artist Sara Dudman RWA. Rooted in seascape traditions, participants will be encouraged to unlock their potential <strong>and</strong> create expressive painterly responses to the stunning British coastline. Using acrylic paints, Sara will guide you through tried <strong>and</strong> tested techniques for creating expressive paintings. Wild/Word/Craft 23 - 24 <strong>Oct</strong>, 10.30am – 4pm, £60 Suitable for 18+ Writing workshops are always popular <strong>and</strong> this one will be no exception, a fabulous two-day nature writing workshop where participants, as well as writing, create their own h<strong>and</strong>made books. Guided by your writing tutor Helen Moore, you will observe nature <strong>and</strong> wildlife along the River Tone, <strong>and</strong> write your own nature inspired piece. Using recycled materials <strong>and</strong> collage techniques, you will then make a unique, h<strong>and</strong>made book to present your wild words to others. New writers are welcome - no previous experience is required. Raincoats advised as partly outside. Polymer Clay For Beginners 7 <strong>Nov</strong>, 10am – 5pm, £35 Learn how to create beads, necklaces, earrings, or even a small bowl using polymer clay, <strong>and</strong> take home your finished piece at the end of the day! Using a variety of tools, jeweller <strong>and</strong> artist Caroline Casswell will take you through each step to create your own objects of beauty. For further details on all activities or to book go to www.thebrewhouse.net/listings/activities or ring the Box Office on 01823 823244 @BrewhouseLive FESTIVE FAVOURITES An all new offering <strong>and</strong> a familiar favourite make Christmas <strong>2021</strong> one to remember on the West <strong>Somerset</strong> Railway... We’ll all remember last Christmas in one way or another, with tiers, tests <strong>and</strong> contact tracing, but for visitors to West <strong>Somerset</strong> there was much to enjoy. Santa Express services still went ahead in 2020 in a fully compliant environment that delivered joy to young <strong>and</strong> old <strong>and</strong>, perhaps more importantly, a safe way to celebrate Christmas. For <strong>2021</strong>, these family favourites, with refreshments <strong>and</strong> an on board visit from Santa himself, make a welcome return. But as darkness falls, an all new offering will also take place along the popular heritage railway. ‘WSR presents: Winterlights’ will see a fully illuminated train depart Bishops Lydeard for the first time ever, taking visitors through winter woodl<strong>and</strong>s <strong>and</strong> lineside displays to Crowcombe Heathfield <strong>and</strong> back. Both festive services are expected to be popular <strong>and</strong> with limited spaces, the message is clear... book now or miss out! Further details can be found online at www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk ADVERTISING FEATURE 6 | www.minervamagazines.co.uk
Christmas Market Friday 19th - Sunday 21st <strong>Nov</strong>ember £5 non-members | £3 members Includes free gardens admission