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The Dove Valley Centre
Make the most of the Peak District National Park
Contact Details
Elspeth/Paul Walker
Under Whitle Farm,
Dove Valley Centre,
Sheen,
Nr Hartington,
Buxton,
Derbyshire,
SK17 0PR
01298 83282
Art Courses, Craft and Environmental Workshops & Events in the Peak District.
Would you like a break in the superb landscape of the Upper Dove Valley and learn new skills or develop existing ones? If this appeals to you, come on one of our Art Courses and enjoy the company of like-minded people learning from enthusiastic and professional tutors. The tuition is based in our new eco-converted Haybarn Studio which has excellent facilities plus the added benefit of a stunning setting on our farm fronting onto the river Dove.
We host a whole range of arts and crafts courses for children and adults which include:
- Painting Courses
- Drawing Lessons
- Photography Classes
- Guided Walks around the Peak District
- Sculpture Courses
- Basket weaving
Some of our art courses and events are held in partnership with Staffordshire Wildlife Trust and the Peak District National Park.
You can also hire The Dove Valley Centre for self-catering Holiday Accommodation or the new eco Haybarn Studio for your own activities and events.
We have become known for our warm welcome and can provide you with refreshments and meals that are organic/Fair-trade and are sourced locally where possible.
Art Courses and Events in 2010
Tuesday April 27th
Willow Sculptures/Garden Structures with Anthony Hammond
Create your own willow sculptures/ garden obelisks/ panels and let your imagination run in this exciting craft workshop! Take home your own piece of work and plenty of inspiration to create more stunning pieces.
Wednesday April 28th
Hedgerow Basket Making with Rachel Wheatcroft
Learn how to weave a beautiful basket with willow and materials from the hedgerows.
Saturday May 1st
High Wheeldon, High Tea
A splendid guided walk from Dove Valley Centre to High Wheeldon and back for high tea. Led by National Trust rangers. Details & booking, Matlock Tourist Information. Tel 01629 583388. Cost £7p.p.
Tuesday May 25th & Wednesday May 26th
Water Colour Painting Course with Tony Beresford
Respond to the landscape of the spectacular Upper Dove Valley and learn more about colour and composition in this painting tutorial set in the Peak District.
Saturday June 5th
Biodiversity Day -Free and open to all
(The Big Bird, Bug, Beast and Botany Hunt)
Bring the family on this farm walk and discover the wild plants and creatures on the farm: in the hay meadows, pastures, woodland, ponds and river with the help of naturalists from Staffs Wildlife Trust. Bring a picnic.
Details: Staffordshire Wildlife Trust.
Tel Martin on 01889 880100
Tel Martin on 01889 880100
Saturday June 12th
Pen, Ink and Wash with Tony Beresford
Develop your skills on this drawing course and catch the colours of the Dove Valley at the height of summer. Use the old farm buildings as well as the cows and sheep as inspiration.
Sunday June 13th
Photography Lesson with Doreen and David Graham
Get the most from your Digital Camera on this photography course set in the Peak District. Learn what your camera will do and how the different functions can help your photography.
Sunday June 27th
Photography Lesson with Dave and Doreen Graham
Getting Close up with Nature.
Develop your skills in photographing the beauty of nature including wild flowers, bugs, beetles & more.
Wed July 14th and Thursday July 15th
Landscape Painting Oils/ Mixed Media with Tony Beresford.
Paint the landscape in this class exploring texture, colour and light using different media.
Tues September 21st & Wed 22nd
Water Colour Painting Course with Tony Beresford
Develop your skills in mixing and using colour in response to autumn in the valley.
Sunday October 17th
Apple Day - Free and open to all
Back by popular request - come with the family for a day of apple-related fun. Bring your apple recipes to share and taste and try all things appley. Bring your unknown apple varieties for our expert to identify and find out more about growing local varieties. Details: Staffordshire Wildlife Trust.
Tel Martin on 01889 880100
Sunday October 19th
Still Life with Tony Beresford
Choose whatever media appeals to paint a still life reflecting the season with a focus on composition.
Sunday December 6th
Christmas Decorations with Willow
Get in the mood for Christmas and join Rachel Wheatcroft making your own decorations from willow. Try stars, wreathes and much more !
The Visitor
by Tony Beresford
How much does it cost?
Individuals and groups are welcome. You can book to be resident - the course fee includes accommodation and all meals- or if non-resident, it includes refreshments and lunch during the day.
Two-day, one night residential course –
£155 sharing a twin room or:
£165 for single occupancy.
Non-resident - £ 55 per day for tuition and materials for willow courses.
Ask if you would like additional accommodation.
To check availability please email us or ring Elspeth on 01298 83282
