Led by Zoe Brennan

Suitable for all abilities, Zoe’s class will help anyone wishing to improve their flexibility, alignment, co-ordination, posture, balance and breathing and will focus on stabilising and strengthening your core.

Zoe will adapt exercises to suit your individual needs and mobility. At the end of the class we will take a few minutes to relax and unwind with some mindfulness.

All abilities are welcome.

You will need your own mat.

Autumn
Tues 3 Sept - 17 Dec, exc 8 and 29 Oct

11am - 12pm
£15 per class | £60 for 5 classes

Suitable for 18+ years.

Other classes include:
Pilates - Beginners
Pilates - Intermediate

•   1 Oct from £15
•   8 Oct from £15
• 2 more dates...

Led by Zoe Brennan.

Suitable for people with some Pilates experience or those who are looking for a slightly more challenging class. Still covering alignment, breathing and centering but with more focus on strengthening and toning your body. At the end of the class we will take a few moments to relax and unwind.

You will need your own mat.

Autumn
Tues 3 Sept - 17 Dec, exc 8 and 29 Oct

12:15pm - 1.15pm
£15 per class | £60 for 5 classes

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

Other classes include:
Pilates - Beginners
Pilates - Mixed Abilities

•   1 Oct from £15
•  15 Oct from £15
• 1 more dates...

Led by Jo Hall

Through drawing and painting we will explore how form is revealed by light.

Subject matter will include still life, portraiture and the balance of light and dark in landscape composition.

Over the six weeks we will have three drawing and three painting sessions.

Artists for reference: Caravaggio, Morandi, Claud Lorrain.

Please bring your own materials as detailed below:
TBC

Tue 10 Sept - 15 Oct
12.30-3.30pm

£126 per 6 week course

•   1 Oct
•   8 Oct
• 1 more dates...

Led by Zoe Brennan.

Suitable for anyone new to Pilates or wishing to improve their flexibility, co-ordination, posture, balance, breathing and focus on stabilising the core. At the end of the class we will take a few moments to relax and unwind.

All abilities are welcome.

You will need your own mat.

Autumn
Tues 3 Sept - 17 Dec, exc 8 and 29 Oct

1.30pm - 2.30pm
£15 per class | £60 for 5 classes

Suitable for 18+ years.

Other classes include:
Pilates - Mixed Abilities
Pilates - Intermediate

•   1 Oct SOLD OUT
•  15 Oct from £15
• 1 more dates...

Led by Creative Eye.

Norden Farm's Crafternoons are relaxed crafting sessions for older people.

Get crafty with a range of activities, or bring along your own projects to work on with support from tutor Kayleigh Robinson.

You can learn new skills, meet new people and try something new, a cup of tea is included with the ticket price. Come either Tuesday or Wednesday and join in that week's craft. If you are unable to attend in person you can log on from home to chat and join in the session.

Autumn Season
Tues 10 Sept Tie Dye Drawstring Bags
Tues 17 Sept Record Painting
Tues 24 Sept Yarn Letter Wrapping
Tues 1 Oct Mosaic Flower Pot
Tues 8 Oct Leaf Imprint Trinket Dish
Tues 15 Oct Charcoal Drawing
Tues 22 Oct Wooden Pumpkin
Tues 29 Oct Paper Pumpkin Quilling
No Session Tues 5 Nov and Wed 6 Nov
Tues 12 Nov Hoop Weaving
Tues 19 Nov Glass Painting
Tues 26 Nov Block Printed Cards and Tags
Tues 3 Dec Scrap Fabric Baubles
Tues 10 Dec Christmas Stocking
Tues 17 Dec Wire Christmas Tree

Social Arts Crafternoons is a partially funded project run by Norden Farm with support from The Berkshire Community Foundation.

Local transport can be provided as part of the ticket price for those attending on a Wednesday.

If you need transport to Norden Farm for the Wednesday sessions please contact Jess Thompson at [email protected] / 01628 682563 to talk through your requirements.

Suitable for ages 60+ years.

2pm - 3pm
£5 per session, including a cup of tea

•   1 Oct from £5
•   8 Oct from £5
• 3 more dates...

Led by Nanda Sharma

Welcome to Bollybhangra Dance Fitness Party sessions! Nanda teaches her original choreographies to top hits from Bollywood, Bhangra, Belly dance and also other international music and dance rhythms.

The joyful music and movements encourage us to open our hearts and minds to possibilities, improve wellbeing and body-confidence and encourage us to embrace our individuality.

Enjoy the benefits of dance on flexibility and balance, health and fitness, and mood, memory, in a fun and friendly environment, at your own pace- no pressure. Beginners welcome.

Every class feels like a party and your place awaits! Dress up or dress down, some colour, sequins and a jingly bellydance scarf will add to your experience!
Bring water, a towel, wear dance sneakers or trainers.

Autumn

Drop In Sessions
Tues 1 Oct
Tues 22 Oct
Drop in sessions £7

Course
Tues 5 Nov - 3 Dec (5 weeks)
£10 per session | £40 per 5 weeks

Drop In Session
Tues 17 Dec
Drop in sessions £7

3pm - 4pm

•   1 Oct from £7
•  22 Oct from £7

Led by Seann Wilkinson

A non-audition community choir open to all. Working on everything from Madonna to Les Mis, from gospel to pop - this is an opportunity to meet people, learn some harmonies and sing your hearts out. No experience required. Enthusiasm absolutely necessary!

Autumn
Tues 10 Sept - 17 Dec, exc 29 Oct (14 weeks)
7.30pm – 9pm
£11 per session | £140 per 14 week term

•   1 Oct from £11
•   8 Oct from £11
• 2 more dates...

Led by Jim Maving

Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the very beginning. This is a foundation course for those with little to no experience of playing guitar. You will learn how to hold a guitar and to make the right noises out of it. The aim of these lessons is to get you playing your first song within 4 weeks of lessons, as no-one takes up guitar to strum random chords, it’s all about the songs.

If you are returning to guitar having not played for some time and can barely remember chords this is a great way of getting back into the swing of things.

If you've never played guitar you need to book on the Absolute Beginners course!

These classes are split by skills level;

Beginners A - Recently completed the Absolute Beginners course but still some way to go. Yet to tackle bar chords and complicated rhythms.

Beginners B - Well on the way and able to do bar chords

Beginners C - Almost Intermediate but not quite yet.

Autumn
Tues 10 Sept – 8 Oct (5 weeks)
Tues 15 Oct – 19 Nov, exc 22 Oct (5 weeks)
Tues 3 Dec – 17 Dec (3 weeks)

7.45pm - 8.45pm

£50 per 5 week course | £30 per 3 week course

Suitable for 18+ years.

•   1 Oct
•   8 Oct
• 2 more dates...

Led by Julie Potter

This class is particularly suited to beginners, those returning to yoga having had a break, those with specific injuries or conditions or even those that consider themselves to be of a ‘certain age’ that might need a less challenging approach. We will cover general breathing practises, the basic and gentler postures, together with general information and possible discussion around movement and the potential difficulties we might come up against.

The aim will be to relax and enjoy.

The yoga I teach is an evolution of nearly 30 years of practice and study, with a broad experience of many styles and teachers. In recent years I have been moving away from ‘external’ evaluation of the postures and moving towards an ‘internal’ sense of the postures, moving away from the more used traditional approach of systemised yoga to a more experiential and ‘felt’ approach, influenced by teachers who have been inspired by the teachings of Vanda Scaravelli.

Please bring a blanket, a yoga / Pilates mat, and wear loose comfortable clothing

Autumn
Wed 11 Sept - 9 Oct (5 weeks)
Wed 16 Oct - 13 Nov (5 weeks)
Wed 20 Nov - 18 Dec (5 weeks)

11am - 12.15pm
£12 per session | £50 per 5 week course

This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.

You will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email

•   2 Oct from £12
•   9 Oct from £12
• 3 more dates...

Led by Funky Monkeys

Have you ever wondered what your baby is thinking or feeling? Would it help if they could communicate those thoughts and feelings to you?

Sign & Rhyme teaches parents/carers and their little ones, simple sign language that enables them to communicate before speech takes over. Just like waving and clapping, your baby can learn to tell you when they’re hungry, in pain or just that they’ve seen a dog! This is empowering to them and hugely rewarding for you! In most cases babies who sign learn to talk sooner than their non-signing peers.

Signs are used in class, like actions, to accompany songs and nursery rhymes and with an array of props, puppets, instruments and the use of disco lights, bubbles and parachutes to enhance the sensory experience and make learning more fun.

There's also:
* Free on-site parking
* Café (open all day)
* Baby changing facilities

Mums, Dads, Grandparents, Carers all welcome with their babies under 18 months

Autumn
Wed 11 Sept - 18 Dec, exc 30 Oct
1.45pm - 2.30pm

£8.50 | Siblings (9 months +) £4.50 | £45 for 6 sessions a term (this offer doesn't include the sibling ticket)

•   2 Oct from £4
•   9 Oct from £4
• 2 more dates...

Led by Creative Eye.

Norden Farm's Crafternoons are relaxed crafting sessions for older people.

Get crafty with a range of activities, or bring along your own projects to work on with support from tutor Kayleigh Robinson.

You can learn new skills, meet new people and try something new, a cup of tea is included with the ticket price. Come either Tuesday or Wednesday and join in that week's craft. If you are unable to attend in person you can log on from home to chat and join in the session.

Autumn Season
Wed 11 Sept Tie Dye Drawstring Bags
Wed 18 Sept Record Painting
Wed 25 Sept Yarn Letter Wrapping
Wed 2 Oct Mosaic Flower Pot
Wed 9 Oct Leaf Imprint Trinket Dish
Wed 16 Oct Charcoal Drawing
Wed 23 Oct Wooden Pumpkin
Wed 30 Oct Paper Pumpkin Quilling
No Session Tues 5 Nov and Wed 6 Nov
Wed 13 Nov Hoop Weaving
Wed 20 Nov Glass Painting
Wed 27 Nov Block Printed Cards and Tags
Wed 4 Dec Scrap Fabric Baubles
Wed 11 Dec Christmas Stocking
Wed 18 Dec Wire Christmas Tree

Social Arts Crafternoons is a partially funded project run by Norden Farm with support from The Berkshire Community Foundation.

Local transport can be provided as part of the ticket price for those attending on a Wednesday.

If you need transport to Norden Farm for the Wednesday sessions please contact Jess Thompson at [email protected] / 01628 682563 to talk through your requirements.

Suitable for ages 60+ years.

2pm - 3pm
£5 per session, including a cup of tea

•   2 Oct from £5
•   9 Oct from £5
• 3 more dates...

Led by Clare Marshall

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese Martial Art, whose benefits are supported by modern research. These benefits include improvement in balance, posture, memory, sleep and focus. It also reduces high blood pressure, anxiety and stress. Breathing and gentle movements flow into each other, harmonizing the mind and body.

As a physiotherapist, Clare chose to become an accredited instructor with The Tai Chi for Health Institute, which was founded by a medical doctor, Dr Lam. Their programmes are beneficial for those with or without specific medical conditions, reduce the risk of injury and can be done seated and in standing at your own level of comfort.

The classes are fun, relaxed and suitable to all.

Wear lose comfortable clothing and trainer type footwear.

Autumn
Wed 11 Sept - 9 Oct (5 weeks)
Wed 16 Oct - 13 Nov (5 weeks)
Wed 20 Nov - 18 Dec (5 weeks)

3-4pm
£12 per session | £50 per 5 week course

•   2 Oct from £12
•   9 Oct from £12
• 3 more dates...

Led by Emma Duncan.

In each session children take part in a series of drama games and activities that develop their confidence as well as teaching them drama skills. These include focus, communication, developing a character and voice projection.

As the weeks go on the group will each have a part with some lines to learn in a small-scale show. They will rehearse as a team and share what they have learnt during the last session, more details to follow on this after half term.

Suitable for school years 2 - 6.

'Norden Farm is my favourite after school club, it always keeps me moving and relaxed. It is a great place to go for drama and within a short time, I have become far more confident and expressive' Timothy, age 7

'We have sent both of our children to Youth Theatre at Norden Farm and have seen dramatic improvements in there ability, confidence, social awareness and expressiveness generally and specifically. The environment is safe and developmental in a broad and exciting sense' Alex - parent

Autumn - Improvisation Term
Wed 11 Sept - 18 Dec, exc 30 Oct (14 weeks)
5pm - 6pm
£145

Junior Youth Theatre Booking Form

'The youth theatre is a nice place and I’ve only been here a short time and I Love it!' Junior Youth Theatre Student

'It is cool and welcoming' Junior Youth Theatre Student

'The youth theatre is one of the most professional classes I’ve enrolled in' Junior Youth Theatre Student

'The youth theatre is one of the best drama clubs, everyone is so friendly and we do amazing games' Junior Youth Theatre Student

'We have absolutely loved the drama classes, we have seen a tremendous improvement with our daughter's confidence, she enjoys the sessions as there is a mixture of techniques and games and has made friends along the way! Emma is great at adapting the lessons and I have only seen improvements, we Look forward to the end of summer show combined with the senior class!!! Love Norden Farm as the venue!' Junior Youth Theatre Parent

'This is my daughter’s first experience of a drama club - and it has been such a positive, confidence-boosting, creative experience for her. I particularly love that there is no pressure on the children - there is plenty of time and practice to get ready for the end of season Sharing Session, and the level of performance is just enough to stretch them, without making them worry. It’s pure joy and excitement! You can see how far the group has progressed from term to term - they are becoming a very confident and capable group of Thespians!' Junior Youth Theatre Parent

•   2 Oct
•   9 Oct
• 2 more dates...

Seemingly born with a paintbrush in hand, self-taught, internationally selling, local artist Laura Hol, brings her latest exhibition Living Life in Colour to Maidenhead.

When the UK is sometimes 50 shades of grey Hol’s use of colour is like a well needed vacation at home. Her vivid and optimistic contemporary landscapes, trees, architectural art and inspiring travel destinations offer a new take on the ordinary.

Look at how any place feels and it may be more colourful than you think…

Wed 2 Oct - Wed 16 Oct

5pm-10pm

Free Entry

•   2 Oct FREE
•   3 Oct FREE
• 9 more dates...

Led by Emma Duncan.

Each term we will be focusing on developing the participants confidence and well-being through a series of drama games and activities.

This term the Senior Youth Theatre group are focusing on developing drama skills. They’ll learn a deeper understanding of performance and managing their nerves as well as some more specialised techniques including comedy and physical theatre.

Suitable for school years 7 - 12.

'Drama has upped my confidence remarkably and I’m getting better every time, it’s my favourite club and I look forward to it each week' Youth Theatre Seniors Student

'The youth theatre is one of the best dramas clubs ever, we can express ourselves' Youth Theatre Seniors Student

'The instructor is very supportive and everyone is very respectful' Youth Theatre Seniors Student

'Norden Farm is my favourite after school club, it always keeps me moving and relaxed. It is a great place to go for drama and within a short time, I have become far more confident and expressive' Youth Theatre Student

'We have sent both of our children to Youth Theatre at Norden Farm and have seen dramatic improvements in there ability, confidence, social awareness and expressiveness generally and specifically. The environment is safe and developmental in a broad and exciting sense' Alex - parent

Autumn - Improvisation Term
Wed 11 Sept - 18 Dec, exc 30 Oct (14 weeks)
6.05pm - 7.30pm
£180

Senior Youth Theatre Booking Form

'Drama has upped my confidence remarkably and I’m getting better every time, it’s my favourite club and I look forward to it each week' Senior Youth Theatre Student

'The youth theatre is one of the best dramas clubs ever, we can express ourselves' Senior Youth Theatre Student

'The instructor is very supportive and everyone is very respectful' Senior Youth Theatre Student

•   2 Oct
•   9 Oct
• 2 more dates...

Led by Sophie Keaveney

Do you like to crochet or knit? Join us for a relaxed and creative get together over a drink of your choice.

Suitable for those with experience of crochet / knitting.

Please bring your own project along. Some spare needles and wool will be available.

This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.

If you are taking part online, you will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email

Autumn
Wed 11 Sept, 2 Oct, 6 Nov, 4 Dec
7pm – 8.30pm
£6 including a drink from the bar | £3 online

•   2 Oct from £3

Led by Jim Maving

For novice guitarists who can string chords together, strum confidently and move between chords with some ease, to take the next steps. You will learn some classic songs, interesting chords, light music theory and the 12-bar blues.

These classes are split by skills level;

Beginners A - Recently completed the Absolute Beginners course but still some way to go. Yet to tackle bar chords and complicated rhythms.

Beginners B - Well on the way and able to do bar chords

Beginners C - Almost Intermediate but not quite yet.

If you've never played guitar you need to book on the Absolute Beginners course!

Autumn
Wed 11 Sept – 9 Oct (5 weeks)
Wed 16 Oct – 20 Nov, exc 23 Oct (5 weeks)
Wed 4 Dec – 18 Dec (3 weeks)

7pm - 8pm

£50 per 5 week course | £30 per 3 week course

This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.

You will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

•   2 Oct
•   9 Oct
• 2 more dates...

After a sellout Edinburgh Fringe Run and subsequent 40-date UK Tour, World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker is back with a brand-new show celebrating the wonder that is being alive.

Featuring brand new poems about death, postcodes and his favourite German wheat bear Schöfferhofer, The maths-loving, TED-talking, German-speaking, battle-rapping, happy-crying, self-bio-writing unashamed human brings his signature playfulness and poignancy that has made him a fan favourite and reached millions of people all over the world.

'Harry Baker’s intricate, quick-fire rhymes have always been on the impressive side of mind-blowing' The Scotsman

'Spectacularly Witty' ★★★★★ Whatsonstage

'Blistering wordplay' ★★★★★ Threeweeks

'Not one syllable out of place' ★★★★★ The Wee Review

'The Spell Over The Audience Is Tangible' ★★★★★ Broadway Baby

'Simply put... The greatest performer on earth' ★★★★★ BBC Radio 1

Courtyard Theatre
£15

Harry's website

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Insta harrybakerpoet
Fb Harry Baker
Tiktok harrybakerpoet

•   2 Oct SOLD OUT

Led by Jim Maving

For novice guitarists who can string chords together, strum confidently and move between chords with some ease, to take the next steps. You will learn some classic songs, interesting chords, light music theory and the 12-bar blues.

These classes are split by skills level;

Beginners A - Recently completed the Absolute Beginners course but still some way to go. Yet to tackle bar chords and complicated rhythms.

Beginners B - Well on the way and able to do bar chords

Beginners C - Almost Intermediate but not quite yet.

If you've never played guitar you need to book on the Absolute Beginners course!

Autumn
Wed 11 Sept – 9 Oct (5 weeks)
Wed 16 Oct – 20 Nov, exc 23 Oct (5 weeks)
Wed 4 Dec – 18 Dec (3 weeks)

8.30pm - 9.30pm

£50 per 5 week course | £30 per 3 week course

This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.

You will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

•   2 Oct
•   9 Oct
• 2 more dates...

Led by Fiona Dowling

Join Fiona from Jewellery Moves & learn how to make your own set of bangles which fit you perfectly. At this workshop you will learn how to saw, solder, file, hammer, hand-stamp and finish your own sterling silver bangles and a cuff. You will also learn how to make your own bezel setting and set a cabochon (selected from a range of colours provided) within your silver cuff. You will leave at the end of the day with two bangles and a cuff (which can also be hand stamped with a personal message).

The cost of the silver is not included in the course fees. The approximate cost of these materials is £40/£50 and payable to the tutor on the day (ideally in cash).

Thur 3 Oct
11am - 4pm

£80 (plus materials cost to tutor - details above)

Please make sure that hair is tied back, please wear closed shoes and bring your glasses if you wear them.

Suitable for 18+ years

About Jewellery Moves:
Taught by Fiona Dowling, a graduate of the Royal College of Art, Jewellery Moves workshops aim to teach traditional craftsmanship, jewellery skills and techniques in small groups with a relaxed atmosphere.

•   3 Oct from £80

Led by Annet Bowler

Zumba with Annet is a fun, easy to follow, dance based class. Get fit and exercise in disguise to uplifting Latin rhythms!

This 60 minute class feels more than a party that exercise class. It suits all levels of ability and beginners are very welcome.

Zumba is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility.

It can help make you feel happy, healthy, strong, amazing, unstoppable and confident!

Autumn
Thur 5 Sept - 19 Dec exc 31 Oct

11.30am – 12.30pm

£7 per class | £30 for 5 sessions a term

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

Please note that the sessions on Thursday 5 & 26 Sept, and 10 Oct will be led by Carla Leech

•   3 Oct from £7
•  10 Oct from £7
• 2 more dates...

Led by Mairi Cowieson

Showstopper Tots Musical Theatre themed music and movement classes for ages 2-5yrs. Younger siblings are welcome. Under 6months free.

Join us ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’ as we skip down the Yellow Brick Road on our Wizard of Oz themed term. Meet the Scarecrow and dance in our Emerald City.

The classes take the children on an adventure, exploring the music and story of The Wizard of Oz. Learning a dance to help with their coordination, singing songs and playing drama games to help with their confidence and ending each class with our mini theatre and story song - written especially for ShowstopperUK, by fabulous West End composers.

This story song is added to each week to enhance their engagement and concentration skills. It's also fun for the parents/carers who attend with their little ones.

Age guidance 2-5 years.

Autumn
12 Sept - 24 Oct (7 weeks)

Whole course - £56 (7 weeks) (1 adult and 1 child)

Trial on 12 Sept - £9 (1 adult and 1 child)
£48 (1 adult & 1 child) if you would like to continue for the rest of the 6 weeks – please put remaining dates in the basket when rebooking and a discount will apply)

Drop-in sessions for the rest of the term £9 (1 adult and 1 child).

•   3 Oct from £540
•  10 Oct from £540
• 2 more dates...

Led by Jim Maving

For novice guitarists who can string chords together, strum confidently and move between chords with some ease, to take the next steps. You will learn some classic songs, interesting chords, light music theory and the 12-bar blues.

These classes are split by skills level:

Beginners A - Recently completed the Absolute Beginners course but still some way to go. Yet to tackle bar chords and complicated rhythms.

Beginners B - Well on the way and able to do bar chords

Beginners C - Almost Intermediate but not quite yet.

If you've never played guitar you need to book on the Absolute Beginners course!

Autumn
Thur 12 Sept – 10 Oct (5 weeks)
Thur 17 Oct – 21 Nov, exc 24 Oct (5 weeks)
Thur 5 Dec – 19 Dec (3 weeks)

7pm - 8pm

£50 per 5 week course | £30 per 3 week course

This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.

You will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

•   3 Oct
•  10 Oct
• 2 more dates...

Finally, the UK has a new government. That can only mean one thing: new people to take the piss out of.

Leading political comedian and satirist Matt Forde (British Scandal, Spitting Image, The Last Leg) makes this his personal mission.

'Possibly the best political comedy show on the Fringe' ★★★★★ The Telegraph

'Our foremost satirical stand-up... Whatever your politics, you’ll find excellence here' The Sunday Times

'Demand to see Forde in action at the Pleasance outstrips supply – the place is rammed…dependably slick' The Daily Telegraph

'The excellent Matt Forde… even more accurate than Starmer’s needling voice' The Spectator

Courtyard Theatre
£17.50

Matt's website

X Matt Forde

•   3 Oct LIMITED

Led by Jim Maving

Play guitar but stuck in a rut? Want to play some notable songs and impress your friends? Then this is the course for you. Rediscover your 6-string and why you took it up originally.

Learn some classic songs as well as learning your pentationic scales, slide guitar and alternate tunings

Autumn
Thur 12 Sept – 10 Oct (5 weeks)
Thur 17 Oct – 21 Nov, exc 24 Oct (5 weeks)
Thur 5 Dec – 19 Dec (3 weeks)

8.30pm - 9.30pm

£50 per 5 week course | £30 per 3 week course

Alternative classes include:

If you've never played guitar you need to book on the Absolute Beginners course!

Beginners A - Recently completed the Absolute Beginners course but still some way to go. Yet to tackle bar chords and complicated rhythms.

Beginners B - Well on the way and able to do bar chords

Beginners C - Almost Intermediate but not quite yet.

This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.

You will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email

Suitable for 18+ years.

•   3 Oct
•  10 Oct
• 2 more dates...

Led by Julie Potter

This class is suited to those who have been practising for at least 6. My intention for this class is to move our practise forward, explore different avenues and approaches to the traditional postures. We will be aiming to be going deeper into ‘awareness’ and ‘noticing’.

The yoga I teach is an evolution of over 20 years of practice and study, perhaps moving away from ‘external’ evaluation of the postures and moving towards an ‘internal’ sense of the postures, moving away from the more used traditional approach of systemised yoga to a more experiential approach. Whilst looking at traditional Hatha Yoga postures and pranayamas, I will be encouraging fun and freedom within the traditional structure, whilst taking into our awareness fundamental anatomical and functional aspects required by our bodies for maximum wellbeing benefits.

Please bring a blanket, a yoga / Pilates mat, and wear loose comfortable clothing.

Autumn
Fri 13 Sept - 11 Oct (5 weeks)
Fri 18 Oct - 15 Nov (5 weeks)
Fri 22 Nov - 20 Dec (5 weeks)

11am - 12.15pm
£12 per session | £50 per 5 week course

This class will take place both in person and online via Zoom.

You will find the link to access the session in your booking confirmation email

•   4 Oct from £12
•  11 Oct from £12
• 2 more dates...

An energetic and creative music and movement class for babies and children under 5.

This fun and funky session uses lights, puppets, parachute, instruments and music to get your little ones moving!

Suitable for ages 9 months - 5 years.

Autumn
Fri 6 Sept - 13 Dec, exc 1 Nov & 8 Nov
11am - 11.45am

£8.50 | Siblings (9 months +) £4 | £45 for 6 sessions a term (this offer doesn't include the sibling ticket)

If you would like to book the offer price for 4 sessions, please enter a ticket for each date you would like to attend into your basket and the offer will apply automatically.

•   4 Oct from £4
•  11 Oct from £4
• 2 more dates...

Singing is a great way to relieve stress and promote well-being.

Meet new people and take some time for you in this new acappella choir for mums, dads, grandparents, carers and their babies!

It is a baby friendly class, created especially so you can bring the baby you care for. Grown ups are in a semi circle (with room for your buggy next to you) and babies can sit, crawl or play on the blanket in front of you.

These uplifting classes are led by conductor/composer (and mum) Marta Radwan. There's no auditions, no singing experience is needed and you don't need to have a 'good voice' - just an openness to have a go! You'll be sure to know the songs and there will even be some which include your little one.

There's also:
* Free on-site parking
* Café (open all day)
* Baby changing facilities

Mums, Dads, Grandparents, Carers all welcome with their babies under 18 months

12.30pm - 1.30pm

Autumn
Fri 6 Sept - 11 Oct (6 weeks)
Fri 18 Oct - 22 Nov, exc 1 Nov (5 weeks)
Fri 29 Nov - 13 Dec (3 weeks)

£10 per session | £48 per 6 week course | £40 per 5 week course | £24 per 3 week course

•   4 Oct from £10
•  11 Oct from £10
• 2 more dates...

Led by Dr Marta Mathea Radwan

Norden Farm’s Daytime Choir is a fun, friendly, non-auditioned choir for everyone. We learn by ear, so you don’t need music experience. Our music ranges from gospel, world and jazz to pop and classical - anything that sounds great and is a joy to sing. Joining us is a great way to meet people and sing your stress away.

Autumn
Fri 6 Sept - 11 Oct (6 weeks)
Fri 18 Oct - 22 Nov, exc 1 Nov (5 weeks)
Fri 29 Nov - 13 Dec (3 weeks)

2pm - 3.30pm

£12 per session | £60 per 6 week course | £50 per 5 week course | £30 per 3 week course

Suitable for 18+ years

About the tutor
Dr Marta Mathea Radwan is an award-winning vocalist, composer and musical director. Heralding from Poland and with over 30 years' experience in musical performance, Marta conducts choirs around London, including: jazz group Alle Choir London, Offbeat a cappella community choirs in Acton and Richmond, and Singing for Fun groups at Brunel University London.

•   4 Oct from £12
•  11 Oct from £12
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Led by Anurita Chandola

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and creativity with our Wellbeing Textiles Course. This unique and enriching experience is designed to promote well-being and mindfulness through the art of textiles.

The Wellbeing Textiles Course is structured to provide a balance of instruction, hands-on activities, and reflective practices. Each session will focus on a specific aspect of well-being, incorporating textile techniques to facilitate personal growth and relaxation.

Join us on this inspiring journey, where the soothing textures of textiles meet the nurturing embrace of mindfulness. Rediscover the joy of creating while nurturing your mental and emotional well-being in a supportive and encouraging environment.

About Anurita Chandola
Anurita Chandola is a Spacewear and textiles artist who has worked internationally with renowned brands, art projects and prestigious exhibitions. Anurita’s expertise lies in sustainable fashion, product and material innovation, and in designing solutions based on reducing waste in the fashion industry. She is a graduate from the Royal College of Art, where she focused on developing proficiency in the independent learning methods and practices of contemporary art and design. Anurita is currently researching on textiles and clothes that will work on Mars and recently worked as a Spacewear and textiles artist with Building a Martian House Project in Bristol.

Autumn
6 Sept - 4 Oct (5 weeks)
11 Oct - 15 Nov, exc 8 Nov (5 weeks)

2pm - 4pm

£18 per session | £80 per 5 week course

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Led by Janette Moy

Sound Baths are deeply relaxing, anyone can join in. Lay down, cosy and Janette will share beautiful sounds of Gong, Tibetan bowls, Irish Drum ( Bodhran ), Rainstick, Sansula, Kochi chimes and more. Taking you on a journey into the heart of Sacred Sound.

As you relax and bathe in the healing vibrations, your body resonates within these pure tones and you begin to feel retuned and in harmony. Healing can happen at cellular level, our bodies, mind and emotions draw from the sounds the vibration that is needed to bring us into inner balance.

You will need to bring a yoga mat or blanket to lie on. A small cushion for under head comfort. A blanket to cover up. Anything else you want to bring to make a cosy nest. Eye mask if you use one.

We also run daytime Sound Bath classes, click here to find out more.

Autumn
Fri 13 Sept, 4 Oct, 8 Nov, 13 Dec

6.30pm - 7.30pm
£15 per session
Suitable for 18+ years

Please note, to prevent disruption to the class, latecomers may not be admitted.

•   4 Oct from £15

From the creators of Lioness, The Amy Winehouse Experience provide an authentic tribute to the precocious talent featuring Caroline Lowe as Amy Winehouse plus a full backing band to recreate the authentic sound of this heady mix of jazz, soul and pop. With a full stage show showcasing the talent of this songstress will take you on a journey through the emotional roller coaster of her song writing, guaranteed to have you singing and dancing along throughout the performance.

The band are made up of hand-picked experienced musicians, carefully selected to maintain the accuracy to the original performances of the UK’s brightest star that so tragically burned out in 2011. The crafted show focuses on the vocal talent and soul of Amy, unhindered by the dark side to her addictions to alcohol and substances. The Amy Winehouse Experience provide, without doubt, the most authentic recreation of Amy Winehouse, designed to entertain and deliver the experience of Amy at her very best.

Suitable for ages 14+ years.

Courtyard Theatre
£18 | £16 conc

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•   4 Oct SOLD OUT

Led by SalsaStyle

Specialising for twenty years in providing individual attention to help you develop dance techniques and grow in confidence. SalsaStyle will ensure everyone feels welcome no matter what level.

Autumn
Fri 6 Sept - 4 Oct (5 weeks)
Fri 11 Oct - 8 Nov (5 weeks)
Fri 15 Nov - 13 Dec (5 weeks)

8.15pm - 9.15pm
£12 per session | £50 per 5 weeks

Don't forget to stay for the Salsa Social from 9.15pm - 10pm: stay after the class for a dance and drink!

Box Office closes at 8pm but online booking is still available.

Click here for more information about SalsaStyle.

Please note that the class on Friday 8 March will be led by Darren and Tara.

•   4 Oct from £12
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Led by Deborah Le Vene-Page.

Align and Flow Yoga is influenced by the biomechanics and heart orientated philosophy of the Anusara Hatha style of yoga. With a specific alignment focus within the flow of postures the practice will tone and strengthen the body, improve posture and create more freedom in the body and mind resulting in a calm and relaxed state of being.

Each week there will be a different theme weaving its’ way through the session, but a typical class starts with breathing techniques to centre and ground, poses to warm up and then progresses to a fun and challenging mix of vinyasa and alignment yoga.

This class is designed to cultivate focus, stamina, strength, and flexibility. Leaving time at the end for a well-deserved relaxation.

Come prepared for an energising class that will also leave you feeling relaxed.

Suitable for 18+ years

Autumn
Sat 21 Sept - 26 Oct (6 weeks)
Sat 9 Nov - 14 Dec (6 weeks)

£12.50 per session | £63 per 6 week course

Suitable for all levels of experience. Please bring a yoga mat with you.

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Enjoy a fun and relaxing afternoon learning the craft of macrame.

Join our informal workshop, learn the basics of macrame and make a beautiful piece to take home.

David from But One String will guide you through various knots and techniques. Suitable for the complete beginner or those with some experience, this workshop is perfect for all skill levels.

We provide all the necessary materials, so just bring your creativity and eagerness to learn!

Autumn
Thur 5 Sept, Sat 5 Oct, Thur 14 Nov, Sat 14 Dec
11am – 3pm
£45 per workshop

•   5 Oct from £45

The Night Market on Sat 7 Sept will be taking place indoors in our Long Barn and Nordens.

Visiting the market is the perfect way to spend your weekend.

Inspired by the summer night markets of southern France, we bring you a laid back evening of shopping and feasting to a backdrop of live music.

Take a seat at one of our tables to enjoy delicious food from our local vendors. Bring along your tableware (and tablecloth) to truly embrace the French spirit - and soak up the relaxed atmosphere!

Live music at September's event comes courtesy of the Fifi la Mer Duo. The dulcet tones of Parisian born Fifi la Mer's voice and the evocative sound of her accordion blended with the talents of Oliver Wilby on clarinet will take you straight back to that little café by the Eiffel tower before Oliver's exuberance and beautiful saxophone playing transport you to that buzzy jazz club by Pigalle.

Then take another circuit around the artisanal stalls to snap up a unique gift – go on, you deserve it!

September Stallholders include: Ka Na Homecooked, Pizzaiolo Wheels, Krua Koson Thia Street Food, Smoking Skewers, Colourology, The Three Bakery, Marmalove, Zoe's Cookie Corner, Luxury Chocolate For You, UltraKriti, Blue Bonnet Crafts, Bags Its Mine, The Craft Workshop, Indulge The Collection, Box Patch Bunnies and Miocotto Cookie.

Free Entry

Indoor Night Market

Sat 7 Sept 6pm - 9pm

Outdoor Markets

Sat 5 Oct 12pm - 4pm

Sat 2 Nov 12pm - 4pm

Festive Night Markets

Fri 6 Dec 6pm -9pm

Sat 7 Dec 6pm - 9pm

Dogs are welcome at the outdoor markets.

If you would like to enquire about a stall at one of our upcoming markets, please email our team at [email protected]

•   5 Oct FREE

Featuring Irene Serra.

Critically-acclaimed Italian vocalist Irene Serra joins forces with gypsy jazz outfit La Bouche Manouche to create a special show. Brought together by their passion for jazz icons Django Reinhardt and Billie Holiday, this performance will weave together the life story of these two seminal artists that were musical contemporaries and the music and songs that connected them.

The mesmerising vocals of Irene Serra combined with the sizzling Gypsy Jazz influenced La Bouche Manouche will present a programme of music which pays homage to both iconic musicians with repertoire chosen from their most famous recordings.

The performance will include much-loved tunes including Nuages, Fine And Mellows, Les Yeux Noir and Jeepers Creepers.

Join us for a unique and upbeat celebration of some of most defining songs of the Golden era of jazz!

'Sublime vocals' Jazz FM

'Irene Serra has a strong stage presence and a compelling vocal tone, which she uses to great effect' Jazzwise

'Serra’s voice is graceful and sensual' All About Jazz

Studio
£16

La Bouche Manouche's website

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•   5 Oct from £16

Newly married, Schalk feels older, wiser and much more mature (possibly), but all he wants is to stay "hip with the youth". Can he do it? Can he Keep Up?

As seen on Netflix and Comedy Central and fresh from supporting Trevor Noah on his arena tour.

'Fast-rising talent' Guardian

'Definitely one to watch' Evening Standard

'His joke telling is superb... pure and simple stand up, expertly performed' Chortle

Suitable for ages 15+ years.

Courtyard Theatre
£15

Schalk Bezuidenhout

Schalk's website

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•   5 Oct SOLD OUT

Led by Salina Gatto

Brush lettering is a modern form of calligraphy that can be practiced everyday and even on the go. Just put a brush in your bag and you’re all set.

It is not only a way to make beautiful notes for people to make them feel good but a great way to practice mindfulness.

This workshop includes a personalised take home kit of a notebook, a brush pen and some extra heavyweight paper.

In the 4 hours you have together, you will be tackling exercises of the basic forms of brush calligraphy while being able to add your own personal flairs once you establish the basics.

By the end, you will be able to write your name, self-love quote and or address a letter for someone you love.

Salina is Looking forward to lettering with you all.

Autumn
Tue 10 Sept - 1 Oct (4 weeks)
Tue 8 Oct - 5 Nov, exc 22 Oct (4 weeks)
Tue 19 Nov - 10 Dec (4 weeks)

7pm - 8.30pm
£100 per 4 week course

Salina is a designer, art director and illustrator who has a strong love for beautiful lettering and calligraphy. She has worked for clients in the fashion and beauty industry in New York and London. Victoria Secret, TK Maxx, New Look, Sweaty Betty, Soap and Glory, Penhaligons and John Lewis to name a few that are on her roster.

•   1 Oct
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Join Baga Chipz MBE; actress, singer-songwriter, comedian, ex-Page 3 Model, Ladies Darts Champion, professional shoplifter and MILF, as she embarks on a nationwide theatre tour coming to a town near you!

Due to the success of last year's tour, the Rupaul Drag Race UK star is coming back bigger, MUCH BETTA and very, very harsh!

Expect hilarious outrageous crass blue comedy, live vocals, dazzling costumes, drunken antics and the tale of a single mum from the Black Country who became one of the nation's best loved stars.

Hosted by the fabulous gender bender Mutha Tucka, this is one show not to be missed! Expect various adult themes so don’t bring ya bloody kids!

Strictly for ages 16+ years.

Courtyard Theatre
£25 Standard | £37.50 Including Meet and Greet

Baga Chipz's website

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•   9 Oct from £25

Led by Dawn Carroll

On this one day workshop we will be sculpting a head in clay using a newspaper armature. While observing the proportions of the head we will capture character and expression in your very own fictional character. A selection of references will be available or bring your own. At the end of the class there’s will be an opportunity to add slips or oxide to your piece.

Cost includes clay, slip or oxide, use of tools and one finished piece to be earthenware fired.

Please bring an Apron.
Sketchbook/notebook & pencil
Any old newspapers

A date will be arranged to collect work from Norden Farm approximately 4-6 weeks later.

Thur 10 Oct
11am - 4pm
£80

•  10 Oct from £80

A one-man drama by Rodreguez King-Dorset.

The Windrush Secret, set in 2018, is about a young white far-right racist party leader, a black Caribbean diplomat and a white Oxford educated Home Office government official. All of whom are giving speeches on the same day, at different times, in separate locations about a million people who migrated from the Caribbean to Britain between 1948 and 1973 (The Windrush Generation), and the British political scandal which began in 2018.

One of them has a dark secret that he struggles to come to terms with during his fiery speech – it will change his life forever!

'Pulling no punches in its portrayal of racist rage and proselytising’ The Guardian

Suitable for ages 16+ years.

Courtyard Theatre
£16 I £14 conc

•  10 Oct from £14

Led by Helen D Evans

This 4 week course is for people with all abilities, whether you want to come and give pottery a try or if you have some experience of working with clay.

If you are new to clay then Helen will guide you through exploring two different techniques, whilst more experienced learners may want to use the time to work on their own projects based on using Press Moulds and Slab Building.

You will spend three weeks exploring Press Moulds and incorporating Slab Building into your process. The final week will be spent glazing. This session will be slightly longer to give you time to decorate your pieces (3hrs).

Your work will then be fired off-site and then ready to collect from Norden Farm approximately 4-6 weeks later.

The price includes: clay, use of tools, underglazes, a selection glazes and 2x firing of your work.

You may want to bring with you:
Sketchbook for ideas / with ideas
Pens / pencils
A cloth to wipe your hands on
An apron
Any clay tools you may have.
A plastic bag to store your work

Helen will notify you regarding the collection of your work after the course.

This is part of a series of courses and workshops led by Helen d Evans.

Fri 11, 18, 25 Oct & 1 Nov
11am - 1.30pm (11am-2pm on 1 Nov)
£125 per 4 week course

Other pottery courses led by Helen include:

Coiling and Surface Decoration
Come and Try Slab Building
Slab Built Candle Sticks
Seasonal Decorations

•  11 Oct from £125
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Led by Janette Moy

Sound Baths are deeply relaxing, anyone can join in. Lay down, cosy and Janette will share beautiful sounds of Gong, Tibetan bowls, Irish Drum ( Bodhran ), Rainstick, Sansula, Kochi chimes and more. Taking you on a journey into the heart of Sacred Sound.

As you relax and bathe in the healing vibrations, your body resonates within these pure tones and you begin to feel retuned and in harmony. Healing can happen at cellular level, our bodies, mind and emotions draw from the sounds the vibration that is needed to bring us into inner balance.

You will need to bring a yoga mat or blanket to lie on. A small cushion for under head comfort. A blanket to cover up. Anything else you want to bring to make a cosy nest. Eye mask if you use one.

We also run evening Sound Bath classes, click here to find out more.

Autumn
Fri 6 Sept, 11 Oct, 22 Nov, 6 Dec

1pm - 2pm
£15 per session
Suitable for 18+ years

Please note, to prevent disruption to the class, latecomers may not be admitted.

•  11 Oct from £15

Led by Kate Hughes

Join Kate Hughes of Kate Hughes Meditation for an hour of mindfulness, designed to promote calm and awareness.

During the session we will explore breathing techniques, different kinds of meditation, and various mindfulness exercises including some gentle movement (this can be adapted to suit all mobility levels).

No experience of meditation or mindfulness is required, and these sessions are suitable for you if you are an absolute beginner or have done some kind of mindfulness practice before.

Please wear comfortable clothing. The session will end with a relaxation exercise and you may wish to bring your own mat and blanket, although these will be provided.

Autumn
Fri 6 Sept, 11 Oct, 22 Nov, 6 Dec
6.30pm - 7.30pm

£12 per session

•  11 Oct from £12

Led by Lauren Hawkins Artist

Indulge your creativity and embrace your inner artist at our paint and sip evenings this summer!

Feel empowered and join Lauren for a series of themed sessions designed to celebrate strength, beauty and bold confidence.

Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a paintbrush for the first time, our welcoming atmosphere invites you to explore your creativity in an intimate setting. Come let loose, have a drink and get inspired with us!

All materials provided.

Acrylic paints will be used and can often stain clothes so please wear clothes with this in mind.

18 + years

Fri 6 Sept - Goddesses Unveiled: Celebrating the Female Form
Fri 11 Oct - Golden Pathways: Autumn Landscape Painting
Fri 8 Nov - Monkey Business: A Primate Art Night
Fri 13 Dec - Festive Fauna: Painting Winter Wildlife

7pm - 10pm

£39.50 (including 1x 175ml wine or 1x pint of beer)
£37.50 (including 1x soft drink or 1x 0% bottled beer)

To order your drink please show your ticket at the bar when you arrive, ensure you arrive in advance of the class to order your drink as the bar may be busy.

•  11 Oct from £3750

A live music celebration of George Harrison’s best-loved hits from his early Beatles songs, his solo career and The Traveling Wilburys.

Featuring My Sweet Lord, Got My Mind Set On You, Give Me Love, What Is Life, Something, While My Guitar Gently Weeps, Here Comes The Sun, Handle With Care, All Things Must Pass, Blow Away, Cheer Down and many more!

Courtyard Theatre
£20

The George Harrison Project's website

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•  11 Oct from £22

As a renowned jazz saxophonist and clarinettist, Frank Griffith has been performing for over 40 years, primarily in New York and London.

Also greatly acclaimed as an arranger, he has composed for a number of well-known singers and musicians for over 30 years. More recently Frank has proved himself as a successful educator, teaching in both the USA and UK.

Counting John Dankworth, Joe Henderson, Duke Ellington and Burt Bacharach as some of his main influences, Frank plays many forms of jazz including modern, mainstream and traditional alongside funk, soul and some crossover Classical.

Now living in Liverpool, we’re thrilled Frank has made the time to visit us at Norden Farm.

Studio
£16

Frank's website

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•  11 Oct from £16

Led by Kate Hughes

Join Kate Hughes as we explore how writing can be part of your mindfulness practice, and how words can heal, inspire and support you.

In this interactive workshop Kate will help you to bring your creativity alive with various exercises and practices to capture your imagination, and perhaps inspire you to write more as part of your own self-care routine. This workshop is suitable for everyone; you don’t need to be a budding writer, good at grammar or a Wordle champion! You just need plenty of curiosity and a desire to try something new. Please bring your own notebook and pen.

Sat 12 Oct
10am - 12pm

£30

•  12 Oct from £30

Led by Jo Hall

Paint a single or small group of natural forms in detail. We’ll explore the form and surface patterns of leaves and seed heads.

Pencils and/or watercolour.

Please bring your own materials as detailed below:
TBC

Sat 12 Oct
11am-4pm
£42

•  12 Oct from £4250

Led by Annet Bowler

Zumba with Annet is a fun, easy to follow, dance based class. Get fit and exercise in disguise to uplifting Latin rhythms!

This 60 minute class feels more than a party that exercise class. It suits all levels of ability and beginners are very welcome.

Zumba is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility.

It can help make you feel happy, healthy, strong, amazing, unstoppable and confident!

Summer
Sat 31 Aug

Autumn
Sat 7 Sept - 21 Dec, exc 5 & 19 Oct and 2 Nov

11.30am – 12.30pm
£7 per class | £30 for 5 sessions a term

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

Please note that the sessions on Saturday 7 & 28 Sept and 12 Oct will be led by Carla Leech

•  12 Oct from £7
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Jonathan Ferrucci returns after his outstanding 2022 Norden Farm solo recital to play one of the greatest of all Mozart’s piano concertos.

Followed by the charming and virtuoso, Saint-Saens Havanaise; an entrancing showpiece for local young violinist Elena Tomey.

Concluding with the Beethoven symphony cycle (21-25) which continues with the radiant and witty Second.

Jonathan Ferrucci (piano)
Elena Tomey (violin)
Nigel Wilkinson (conductor)

Faure Pavane
Mozart Piano Concerto No.24 in C minor, K.491
Saint-Saens Havanaise
Beethoven Symphony No.2

Courtyard Theatre
£20 | Under 18s Free

Jonathan's website

•  12 Oct from £20

Hosted by Jeff Lloyd.

Are you a fan of Frank Sinatra, Matt Monro, The Carpenters and other easy listening classic artists? If so, then this event will be just the one for you.

10 champions of soft sounds will play their favourite track for you to decide your favourite.

Studio
£12

Other Vinyl Frontier events this season include:
Sat 7 Sept: Your Best of... ABBA 2
Sat 9 Nov: Vinyl Secret Singalong 2
Sat 14 Dec: Your Favourite vs My Favourite

The Vinyl Frontier's website

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•  12 Oct from £12

Led by Amanda Schenk

Amanda Schenk is the visual artist behind Norden Farm's much-loved (and Instagrammed) glass corridor artwork in the school holidays. Join Amanda for this new drawing course, aimed at helping to create a sense of calm and relaxation through drawing patterns.

Suitable for all abilities, the workshops will focus on building confidence in your drawing abilities - concentrating on the soothing journey of the drawing experience, rather than the finished drawing.

In each session you'll explore how to produce different types of patterns in abstract drawings - looking at different designs each week.

You will need: paper (plain, no smaller than A5), lead pencil, eraser, sharpener, black fine liner or a pen. Optional is a black marker.

Autumn
Mon 9 Sept, 14 Oct, 11 Nov, 9 Dec
7.30pm - 8.45pm
£8 per class | £28 for all 4 sessions
Online only

Suitable for ages 18+ years

•  14 Oct from £8

Tumble down the rabbit hole in this ballet adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s famous family story.

Join us for a live screening of Christopher Wheeldon’s unique theatrical interpretation direct from the Royal Opera House.

At a garden party on a sunny afternoon, Alice is surprised to see her parents’ friend Lewis Carroll transform into a white rabbit. When she follows him down a rabbit hole, events become curiouser and curiouser…

As Alice journeys through Wonderland, she encounters countless strange creatures. She’s swept off her feet by the charming Knave of Hearts, who’s on the run for stealing the tarts. Confusion piles upon confusion. Then Alice wakes with a start. Was it all a daydream?

Courtyard Theatre Cinema
£16

Running time: 205 minutes, two intervals

Royal Opera & Ballet's website

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•  15 Oct from £16

Join Ellie and Helen as they celebrate ten years of scumminess! For a decade now, the Scummy Mummies have been touring their hit comedy show to sold-out audiences around the country.

Now they’re bringing all their most-loved songs, sketches and stand-up together for a night that will make you laugh till you wee. Guaranteed to make you feel normal about your parenting skills, or very smug about being child-free. Bring your gin-in-a-tin, pop a panty liner in and let’s party!

'Highly recommended! 5 stars' One4Review

'Very funny' The Guardian

'Hilarious' Broadway Baby

Courtyard Theatre
£25

Scummy Mummies' website

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•  16 Oct from £25
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Led by Anurita Chandola

Fast fashion is leading to tonnes of clothing being discarded daily which has a huge impact on the environment. Globally, just 12 percent of material used for clothing ends up being recycled and it takes a lot of energy to recycle them. On this course, you will learn how to create unique and sustainably made garments by giving your old clothing a new life.

Using an old clothing item, you will learn to apply different techniques by using design principles to make a unique piece of sustainable upcycled clothing.

Bring a few pre-loved garments or something that you haven’t worn for sometime to use during this short class. You don’t need any previous sewing experience for this class

About Anurita Chandola
Anurita Chandola is a Spacewear and textiles artist who has worked internationally with renowned brands, art projects and prestigious exhibitions. Anurita’s expertise lies in sustainable fashion, product and material innovation, and in designing solutions based on reducing waste in the fashion industry. She is a graduate from the Royal College of Art, where she focused on developing proficiency in the independent learning methods and practices of contemporary art and design. Anurita is currently researching on textiles and clothes that will work on Mars and recently worked as a Spacewear and textiles artist with Building a Martian House Project in Bristol.

Autumn
Thur 26 Sept, 17 Oct & 7 Nov

£40 per session
11am - 4pm (including break)

•  17 Oct from £40

Share your thoughts on contemporary fiction with other readers in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere.

This season our Book Club will be reading

Autumn

Thursday 19 September
Politics on the Edge by Rory Stewart (464 pages)

Thursday 17 October
TBC

Thursday 21 November
TBC

Thursday 12 December
TBC

Suitable for 18+ years.

Spaces are limited, early booking is advised to avoid disappointment.

7.30pm – 9.30pm
£5 per session (includes a glass of wine or soft drink from the bar)

•  17 Oct from £5

3 women. A book. One unforgettable night.

Part Victorian thriller, part contemporary tale of friendship and rebellion. This time-travelling, genre-busting new show combines RedCape Theatre's unique blend of physical theatre, dark comedy and gripping storytelling.

As protestors gather outside the hospital where they work, three women meet up for a monthly book club. This month's book is Luminous. A dark delve into Victorian London, where lurid stories are brought to life for entertainment in the penny gaff theatres: tales of an anonymous killer haunting the city and women whose bones glow through their skin. 

In the twenty-first century living room, the wine is flowing and the discussion is getting heated. Mighty thinks the book is outrageous, Mags thinks it's the best thing she's ever read, and Alice hasn't got past page three. As the women get drawn deeper into the story, memories surface, unexpected connections are made, and the worlds begin to blur. 

Age recommendation: 14+ years

Content warning
This production explores sensitive themes of violence against women (physical and sexual), abortion, illness and grief, and includes scenes that some audience members may find upsetting. It contains references to childbirth, self-immolation and nuclear warfare. It also contains strong language, ableist and misogynistic language and an abstract depiction of an autopsy.

Funded by Arts Council England National Lottery Project Grant.
Commissioned by Corn Exchange Newbury with support from South Street Arts, Proteus Theatre and University of Exeter.

Courtyard Theatre
£16 I £14 Supporters

Redcape Theatre's website

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•  18 Oct from £16

James Church hosts an evening with West-End star Graham Bickley, who will perform music from his 45 year career.

Graham's West-End leading actor credits include shows such as Les Miserables, Sunset Boulevard, Miss Saigon, The Pajama Game and Ragtime, for which he received nominations for both the Olivier Award & Whatsonstage Award.

Also a consummate concert performer, Graham has worked with orchestras throughout the UK, Europe and South America. His UK concert credits include Kinky Boots (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), On the Town (Royal Festival Hall), and the 10th & 25th anniversary performances of Les Misérables (Royal Albert Hall and O2 Arena). He regularly performs on BBC Radio’s Friday Night is Music Night and for the BBC Proms.

Graham is best known to television audiences for playing Joey Boswell in BBC's Bread.

Supporting Graham will be West-End actress Maggie Lynne, who has recently performed Nessarose in the hit musical Wicked. She will be singing her favourite songs from shows such as My Fair Lady, The Wild Party, Wicked and more!

Studio
£17

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Graham's website

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•  18 Oct from £17

Led by Helen D Evans

During the workshop you will learn about, use and explore the hand building technique of
Slab Building.

Depending on your ability Helen will guide you and give you demonstrations and ideas of things that you could make.

Your work will then be bisque fired off-site, a clear glaze applied and then re-fired and ready to collect from Norden Farm in approximately 4-6 weeks.

Cost includes clay, use of materials, x2 firings and application of a clear glaze.

All work will be fired to Earthenware.

You may want to bring with you:
Sketchbook for ideas / with ideas
Pens / pencils / ruler / eraser
A cloth to wipe your hands on
An apron
Any clay tools you may have.
Some thin card to make templates

Helen will notify you and arrange a date regarding the collection of your work after the workshop.

This is part of a series of workshops being run by Helen d Evans which is suitable for all
abilities.

11am-4pm
£70

Break(s) will be negotiated at the start of the workshop.
Lunch break will be approx 45mins.

Other pottery courses led by Helen include:

Coiling and Surface Decoration
Press Moulds & Slab Building
Slab Built Candle Sticks
Seasonal Decorations

•  19 Oct from £70

The secret life of a sleepless anaesthetist.

NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author (oooooh check him). Ed Patrick injects audiences with a gut-punch hilarious show about becoming a junior doctor, the NHS, the pitfalls of modern medicine and the power of questioning it.

There’s plenty of laughing gas to go round. 

As seen on Channel 4, Have I Got News For You and heard on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 4 and BBC Radio Scotland. Ed also hosts the Comedians Surgery podcast where he speaks to guests including Joe Lycett, Rose Matafeo and Reginald D Hunter about their health stories and experiences. His book Catch Your Breath was released earlier this year.

‘Extremely funny’ The Telegraph

‘Packed with hilarious anecdotes’ The Guardian

‘Masterful, playfully provocative writing’ Chortle

Suitable for ages 16+ years (accompanied by an adult).

Studio
£16

Ed's website

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•  19 Oct from £16

A brand new, joyous show about family, acceptance and a pair of big (well, not super big) losses.

It’s been a big year for Keys (aka Sarah Keyworth). Sure, they turned thirty, got diagnosed with ADHD and had top surgery, but perhaps the biggest adjustment is to the revelation that maybe their mum was right all along? Not about everything obviously, but they must concede that on teen drinking and being 'forced' to go on holiday, Keyworth Sr probably had some solid points.

On their choice to have surgery, Keys feels lucky in a lot of ways, especially when it comes to the people they have around them. That said, it was a long road and there’s still conversations to be had about their gender identity and what this means in a world that seems increasingly hard on gender non-conforming people.

But as Sarah goes home for the first time post-surgery, to celebrate their mum’s own milestone birthday, it’s the conversations with their nearest and dearest that have them reflecting on their year and asking some big questions.

What does acceptance look like? From whom does it matter? Is it OK to dance around your family kitchen with your new nipples out?

'Achingly funny’ ★★★★★ The Herald
‘Gales of laughter’ ★★★★ The Guardian
'Utterly engaging' ★★★★ The Telegraph
‘Will steal your heart away’ ★★★★ The Scotsman
‘A comic who’s here for keeps’ ★★★★ The Times

Courtyard Theatre
£20

Sarah's website

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•  19 Oct SOLD OUT

We are delighted to present the fifth Maidenhead Schools: Art, Design and Photography Exhibition showcasing the work made by the students from Maidenhead schools.

Tues 22 Oct - Sat 9 Nov

5pm-10pm

Free Entry

•  22 Oct FREE
•  23 Oct FREE
• 6 more dates...

Led by Guy De Ferrer

If you are already writing stories and want new ideas or challenges, this course will suit you. There will be new writing prompts each week and feedback on your work. You will explore more advanced writing techniques, including things to avoid doing and the reasons why. There will also be a chance to try new genres.

Tues 22 Oct - 12 Nov (4 weeks)
Online

£100 per 4 week course

•  22 Oct from £100
•  29 Oct

Led by Sue Bridge

These sessions are suitable for those with some prior experience of drawing and painting (either previous study or art course participation).

As with the preceding course 'Transform your Sketchpad' these 3 hour studio sessions will be wide ranging both in terms of media and subject matter. Over the duration of the course you will gain experience in a range of media, acrylic/watercolour, pen and ink and collage. Some sessions will be one off activities other topics may spread over a couple of weeks.

Students to provide their own materials.

Thur 5 Sept & Wed 11 Sept - 25 Sept (4 weeks)
Wed 23 Oct - 11 Dec (8 weeks)

£100 per 4 week course
£200 per 8 week course

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

•  23 Oct from £200
•  30 Oct

Maidenhead Operatic Society presents the hilarious and spooky The Addams Family musical!

Based on the comic strip by Charles Addams which was made into a cult TV series, it’s all about a creepy, kooky and mysterious family who are obsessed with the macabre.

When daughter Wednesday falls in love with a normal boy, Lucas, she invites him and his parents to the house for dinner – and the Addams family have to try to act ‘normal’ for one night.

With memorable songs and riotous comedy, this show will be an absolute scream!

Join the Maidenhead Operatic Society for this amateur production.

Courtyard Theatre
£24 | £15 under 16s

Maidenhead Operatic Society's website

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•  23 Oct from £15
•  24 Oct from £15
• 2 more dates...

Led by Fiona Dowling

Join Fiona from Jewellery Moves & learn how to make your own jewellery with pieces of sea glass. At this workshop you will learn how to saw, solder, file, hammer, hand-stamp and finish your own sterling silver ring & pendant. You will leave at the end of the day with either a bangle or a pendant or both if you have time.

About Jewellery Moves:
Taught by Fiona Dowling, a graduate of the Royal College of Art, Jewellery Moves workshops aim to teach traditional craftsmanship, jewellery skills and techniques in small groups with a relaxed atmosphere.

The cost of the silver is not included in the course fees. The approximate cost of these materials is £30/£40 and payable to the tutor on the day (ideally in cash).

Thur 24 Oct
11am - 4pm

£80 (plus materials cost to tutor - details above)

Please make sure that hair is tied back, please wear closed shoes and bring your glasses if you wear them.

Suitable for 18 + years

•  24 Oct from £80

Led by Clare Marshall

Qigong is a system of wellness that enhances a healthy body, mind and spirit.

It is an ancient Chinese way of life that uses exercises with breathing to focus the mind, to gather and increase energy through the body from within. It is a technique that can be useful in daily life for self-care as it calms the mind and hence has a positive effect on the body. Modern research has demonstrated its effectiveness in health improvement. Qigong philosophy has been absorbed into Tai Chi.

Clare, who is a physiotherapist and accredited Tai Chi instructor, will guide you and adapt the movements to be safe and comfortable for the individual. Each gentle, simple movement is followed by a cleansing breath. It can be done seated or standing and to your own level of ability.

The classes are fun, relaxed and suitable to all.

Wear lose comfortable clothing and trainer type footwear.

Autumn
Thur 19 Sept & Fri 25 Oct, 15 Nov, 27 Dec
6:30-7:30pm

Please note that on the 25 Oct session the tutor will be seated, participants can do it seated or standing.

£12 per session

•  25 Oct from £12

Russell Hicks heads out on his first tour, but not his first rodeo. (Warning: This is a stand up show. NOT a rodeo.)

Russell Hicks is here to stay and he really is happy to be here.
So, why don’t British People believe him?

Hot off the back of a starring role in an Amazon Prime show that nobody watched, and was cancelled immediately, American Stand Up comedian Russell Hicks, lives in the UK where he allegedly performs stand-up comedy. Naturally, his parents still think he makes his money through some kind of illegal activity, so buy some tickets and help prove his legitimacy!

You may have heard Russell as the voice of Sky Comedy, seen him entertain studio audiences at ‘Have I Got News for You’ or caught him opening for the likes of Al Murray or ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ winner Axel Blake. He’s performed up and down this country, picking up three Leicester Festival nominations along the way. He’s even been officially declared a Global Talent by Arts Council England.

Known for his improvised performances, Russell has amassed millions of views online and gained a devoted following of fans who’ve come to know that no two shows will be the same. Considered one of the best improvisers in the country, Russell has appeared on some of the UK’s biggest networks. He has starred in several episodes of ITV’s ‘Stand Up Sketch Show’ and won the Channel 4 competition series ‘Captive Audience’ with his fully improvised comedy, and starred in Prime Video series ‘Lovestruck High’ narrated by Lindsay Lohan as the loveable Texan Coach Hughes.

Suitable for ages 16+ years.

Studio
£16

Russell's website

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•  25 Oct from £16

Marta Mathea Radwan Quintet present their debut concert at Norden Farm, bringing an eclectic mix of jazz standards, original compositions and Polish tunes in new arrangements.

Marta Mathea Radwan is a Polish conductor, vocalist, composer, arranger and workshop leader. She has been on professional stage for over 30 years performing in Poland, Denmark and the UK.

Leader of two of Norden Farm's own weekly choirs, London audiences know her as a leader of several music projects including Alle Choir London, Offbeat Choirs and Scandinavian Singing Club.

Marta Mathea Radwan Quintet is her latest project in collaboration with stellar musicians: Anita Łazińska on piano, Jakub Cywiński on bass, Jakub Klimczuk on guitar and Eric Ford on drums.

They will present songs reflecting Marta’s musical journey. From arrangements of Chopin tunes, through Polish jazz songs and American standards to her own compositions incorporating vocal improvisation and circle song technique.

Studio
£16

Marta's website

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•  26 Oct from £16

Led by Jo Hall

For this course we will look at how a line of poetry or piece of prose can suggest a drawing or painting. This may be an illustrative or more abstract interpretation.

Work in any medium or a mixed media approach. Autumn, followed by winter and Christmas themes will feature.

Please bring your own materials as detailed below:
TBC

Tue 29 Oct - 3 Dec
12.30-3.30pm

£126 per 6 week course

•  29 Oct from £126

WiFi Wars returns with a very spooky version of the live comedy game show where you all play along!

Log in with your smartphone or tablet and compete in a range of games, puzzles and quizzes to win the show - and prizes!

Hosted by comedian Steve McNeil (team captain on UK TV's hit comedy/gaming show Dara O’Briain’s Go 8 Bit) and aided by Guinness World-Record-Breaking tech whizz, the award-winning Rob Sedgebeer!

'Not To Be Missed' The Guardian
Time Out - Critic's Choice
The Times - Hot List
Metro - Top Ten London Geek Nights Out

Age guidance 6+ years

Studio
£15 | £12 under 16s
Family and Friends (4 people) £48

Wifi Wars website

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•  29 Oct from £12

Do not miss this 'enchantingly staged' family folk opera, following the triumphant, Olivier Award-winning run in 2021.

Red Riding Hood is tasked with delivering bread to her Grandmother, deep in the heart of the fairy-tale forest. But en route, Red meets a cunning Wolf who tricks her into taking a different path. Along the way, Red stumbles into a colourful cast of characters, including a scary witch, a talking cat and a rather persuasive Peddler. Join our ragtag band of wild musicians as they guide all the family through this famous tale with new twists, turns, magic and song.

Courtyard Theatre Cinema
£16

Running time: 65 minutes, no interval

Royal Opera & Ballet's website

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•  29 Oct from £16

In The Dark We Grow - Exclusive Band Tour

A special one-off expanded band tour for the critically acclaimed folk duo. Following the success of their 2022 release Ink Of The Rosy Morning on Topic Records Hannah & Ben spent much of 2023 touring with the legendary Fairport Convention.

Now, with their new album In The Dark We Grow and a live show line-up featuring the inimitable Jon Thorne (Lamb, James Yorkston) on double bass, Hannah & Ben hit the road for the first time with a band of their own. Already so well known for their moving live performances, this unique musical collaboration promises to be balm for weariest ears.

Since emerging in 2016, Hannah & Ben have been defying all conventions of style, genre and compartmentalisation. A touch of ‘Americana’, yet quintessentially English. Traditional, yet contemporary, with their individual writing style. Playful and instinctive, they make music with such panache and natural chemistry it makes perfect sense.

Hannah Sanders has an alluring mystique and a voice of disarming purity that massages your senses. Ben Savage is a singular guitarist with a sound as distinctive as it is innovative. Together their harmonies and unique stage presence shimmer with an infectious passion and joy for the connection music offers.

'As heartwarming as it is beguiling' MOJO - Top 10 Folk Albums of 2022

'Enchantingly beautiful music' The Mirror

'Bewitching harmonies, tasteful twin guitars and a dreamy quality that lingers long after the music ends' Daily Express

Studio
£16

Hannah & Ben's website

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•  29 Oct from £16

Louis Pearl thrills with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles.

Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences around the world for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. He is a favourite at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where he has enjoyed 14 years of sell-out success.

Louis explores the breath-taking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized. From square bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, fog-filled bubbles, giant bubbles, bubble volcanoes, tornados and trampolines to people inside bubbles, the Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages. 

 Most shows will also feature multi instrumentalist Jet Black Pearl accompanying Louis with bubbly music to double your pleasure.

'Greatest bubble show on Earth' SFGate.com

'It's a fantastic show. Louis Pearl playfully forms bubbles beyond imagination, and engages the audience with his easygoing nonverbal slapstick'

'Louis Pearl - aka The Amazing Bubble Man - truly deserves his title. Most of the show is accompanied by gasps and awes...and that's just the adults. Kids can be heard giggling with excitement'

'This show captivated its young audience and the adults loved it as well. Highly recommended'  British Theater Guide

'The show is one giant, joyous caper' The Wee Review

'The eight year-old seated beside this reviewer summed it up neatly during the show, proclaiming after one nifty manoeuvre, he sure is the amazing bubble man’ The Wee Review

Suitable for all ages.

Courtyard Theatre
£15 | £12 under 16s
Family and Friends (4 people) £48
Tickets for children under 18 months For this show, tickets/ seats are not required for children under 18 months who are happy to sit on laps

The Amazing Bubble Man's Website

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•  30 Oct from £12
•  30 Oct from £12

Led by Kate Griffiths.

Gory Halloween special effects makeup workshop - create your own spectacular wounds and horrifying diseases with this one-off workshop!

Sessions are 60 minutes.

11am-12pm Suitable for ages 8 - 10 years
12.30-1.30pm Suitable for ages 11+ years

All materials provided.

Parents to remain on the premises and collect children from the workshop after the session.

•  31 Oct from £1250
•  31 Oct from £1250

The delightful trio of harp, flute and clarinet will present a diverse range of music from Bruch and Bizet through to Piazzolla and Dave Brubeck as well as original works composed for the Ensemble.

Crystal clarity and lyrical playing by the Korros Ensemble in this fine recording Classic FM

Eliza Marshall Flute
Nicholas Ellis Clarinet
Camilla Pay Harp

£20 | £15 for Maidenhead Music Society members | Under 18s free

Maidenhead Music Society website

•  31 Oct from £20