Adult Education Courses

Natural paint making workshops.

For all ages and abilities. Using safe and natural ingredients to make paints for artistic or home decorating applications. An introduction to natural low embodied energy products using local materials enabling learners to engage with Sustainable Development Education in a fun and interesting way.

Talk and workshop on how to improve the efficiency and health of your home.

DIY options for improving the efficiency of the home. From simple “tips and hints” to easy renovations and easily installed products, to advice on larger installations such as renewable energy generation.

Learn how to save energy by improving the airtightness and insulation of your home, save water by fitting simple devices, or consider collecting rain water to use in the house and garden. Improve the health of your home and family by learning what products and materials are suitable for the construction type of your home, for example concrete and strong mixes of cement mortar are usually incompatible with the 19th and early 20th century buildings, their use can lead to cracking walls, uneven settlement and permeability problems. Learn how to avoid toxic materials and products, and use healthy paints and finishes in your home.

If you wish to be kept informed as to where these courses are to be offered please email Anna for a list of dates and venues