Antiques with Eric Knowles & Warner Leisure Hotels - Discover the best of British Ceramics.
Britain has a long and proud tradition in ceramics and this Experience Break will take you into the heart of one of the great centres of production - under the guidance of ceramics expert and TV personality Eric Knowles.
The "Best of British Ceramics" break includes visits to the Bronte Porcelain Factory in Malvern and the Worcester Museum of Porcelain - as well as presentations about the world of art and antiques and valuations of guests' personal items.
After a presentation by Eric on the first evening, you'll be whisked off on the Saturday to explore two fascinating museums. The Bronte Porcelain Factory in Malvern produces exquisite, elegant and often witty collectibles, and your private tour of the factory will be with the Chairman, or its Director, BBC's Henry Sandon. Here, you'll learn more of the technical demands placed on creating pieces which are then fired at almost 1,300 degrees centigrade.
We're hoping that Henry can also accompany us on our next visit, to The Worcester Porcelain Museum, which houses the world's largest collection of Worcester Porcelain. At the very least, Henry's entertaining audio tour means that he will be making a "virtual" presentation at the Museum. The collections, totalling 10,000 objects, date back to 1751: the year that Dr Wall established the first factory in Worcester - when shapes and patterns were first copied from the Far East for use in the homes of the very rich.
Your break concludes on the Sunday morning when Eric will host his own "one-man roadshow".
Date - 30 October 2009 Holme Lacy HouseThe finest leisure hotel in Herefordshire set in the heart of the Wye ValleyHolme Lacy is a Georgian Country House and the perfect setting for romance and relaxation. Be prepared to be swept off your feet by the 18th Century charms such as elegant drawing rooms, imposing staircases and stunning views. Located in glorious countryside, tucked away villages, bustling Cathedral cities and beautiful landscaped gardens - all an easy drive away from Holme Lacy House.
All this included in your break price: - Accommodation- Breakfast & Dinner- Leisure Facilities- The Late Lounge- Great Surroundings- The Unique Warner HospitalityFor more information visit the Warner Leisure Hotels website
A weekend workshop for creative writers with Tony Watts - Warner Leisure Hotels at Holme Lacy House in Herefordshire.
Do you want to start writing? Improve your writing? Or write your life? Then join one of our writing weekends. -Brilliant-, -inspirational-, and -quite the most motivating workshop I've ever attended-. Just some of the lavish praise received after our 2008 writing workshops run by Mature Times editor Tony Watts.And for 2009, the format will be even better. You'll have a full six hours of tuition in small classes tailored to your ability and what YOU want to do, plus informal evening sessions where you'll socialise with everyone on all the courses and share your work, your knowledge and the authors that have inspired you.
"The only issue raised by those taking part in '08 was that everyone would like more time,' says Tony, 'so we've built that in. And what we have also found is that the supportive input of other writers provides a huge boost to people's confidence. So there's more of that too."It doesn't matter whether you are nervous beginners or experienced and skilled writers - everyone gains confidence and makes progress on these courses. Many of my former pupils have now published the book they've always meant to write or are seeing their short stories and poetry published. Writing releases your creativity, opens your mind and can act as a wellspring for other parts of your life. It's emotional, exciting and very fulfilling."
HOLME LACY HOTEL Holme Lacy, Hereford. H2R 6LP
Holme Lacy is a Georgian Country House and the perfect setting for romance and relaxation. Be prepared to be swept off your feet by the 18th Century charms such as elegant drawing rooms, imposing staircases and stunning views. Located in glorious countryside, tucked away villages, bustling Cathedral cities and beautiful landscaped gardens - all an easy drive away from Holme Lacy House.
HIGHLIGHTS - Stunning Grade II listed gardens
- Wye Valley Setting
- Perfect base for Herefordshire
- Fishing lake with angling
ACTIVITIES - Freshwater angling
- Air Rifle Shooting
- Archery
- Croquet
- Tennis
RESTAURANT AND BARS - The Restaurant
- The Terrace Bar
- The Pavilion Bar
HEALTH FACLITIES - Heated indoor pool
- Spa pool
- Sauna and steam room
- Gym
- Decléor Health and Beauty Treatments [for a small supplement]
HEREFORDSHIRE ATTRACTIONS - Ross-on-Wye
- Hereford
- Hampton Court Gardens - Leominster
- The Royal Forest of Dean
DIRECTIONS
From the A49 Take the A49 towards Hereford. Take the B4399 and follow for approximately 5 miles arriving at Holme Lacy village. Take the lane opposite the College signed Holme Lacy House Hotel.
ABOUT WARNER LEISURE HOTELS
Welcome to Warner Leisure Hotels! If you’re planning a weekend break or a short break in the UK then you’ve come to the right place! We offer a huge variety of breaks from lively activity holidays and entertainment breaks to cultural experience breaks and relaxing spa breaks. Our short breaks are exclusively for adults and with stunning hotels in the UK you’d be spoilt for choice. We aim to do everything we can to help you relax, unwind and fully enjoy the fantastic facilities we have to offer. On a Warner Leisure Hotels short break there's live entertainment every night with breakfast, three course dinner and accommodation all included in the price.
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