Sussex History - Rudyard Kipling **COURSE CANCELLED** (UC10U23D)
Enjoy a discussion filled morning exploring the Sussex life of world famous writer Rudyard Kipling
Course overview
Rudyard Kipling has been called 'the Bard of Empire' and is probably best known for his stories set in India and Africa, such as the ever-popular Jungle Book and The Just-So Stories.
But Kipling spent much of the last forty years of his life living in Sussex, first at Rottingdean near Brighton and then at Bateman's in the village of Burwash where he lived until his death in 1936.
Kipling fell in love with Sussex and celebrated it in verse, capturing its 'sure magic' in such descriptions as 'the whale-backed downs' and the 'blue goodness of the Weald'.
This three-hour course will explore the Sussex-based life of this world-famous writer.
It will give insights to Kipling's life and, by the end of the day, you will have developed enough knowledge to make future visits to Bateman's more rewarding and enjoyable.
Where Uckfield College, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3DJ.
When
Saturday, 10:00am - 1:00pm on 26th March 2022 for 1 day.
Cost
The full fee is £32.00.
What you already need to know
No prior knowledge is needed.
What you will learn
- Why Rudyard Kipling came to live at Bateman's
- The joys and tragedies of family life there
- Kipling's working life at Bateman's and how the house, countryside and local people inspired him
- How Kipling and his wife Carrie left their mark on the house and garden
- A general overview of Kipling's life and times and the cultural context in which he worked
How you will learn it
Through presentations and audio-visuals, Heloise will help you to explore the lives, work and times of Rudyard Kipling. However, it is through interaction, discussion and activities that you will truly be able to discover your feelings and develop your opinions on the subject.
Bring to the first session
A curiosity to find out more.
A pen and paper (or electronic equivalent) for optional note taking.
Handouts will be provided.
** Please bring a packed lunch as food is not provided at the venue.** Tea, coffee and biscuits are available for purchase during breaks.**
Extra study or practice
None
How to enrol
You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on
01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email
adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.
Previous students say
'Tutor very knowledgeable and encouraging'
'Excellent multimedia presentation, lots of handouts and good use of resources'
'Extremely informative with excellent handouts'
'Learning a lot under expert, sympathetic guidance among like-minded people'
'Interested and interesting!'
Additional Course Information
- Concessionary/reduced fees, are available to students in receipt of certain means-tested benefits on some courses.
- Course fees over £133, can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order where applicable.
- Fees and payment options: See the Financial Support page.
- Other course related information: See the Policies & Procedures page, or contact the ACRES office.
Specific Covid Considerations:
In the event of restrictions being reintroduced and if the class is remaining in the venue, you will be informed of further safety measures. If the lessons cannot take place because the tutor has to isolate or in the event of government-imposed restrictions or lockdowns, every effort will be made to reschedule the missed classes. If it is not possible to continue the course in the venue it will be continued online. If this is not possible we will refund the outstanding lessons.
To ensure Safe Practice during practical sessions:
- Class numbers are reduced to allow students to space apart.
- Students should work at separate tables or desks.
- Hand sanitiser will be available in all classrooms.
- You are responsible for sanitising your own workspace before and after each lesson, anti-bacterial wipes or spray will be provided by the tutor.
- Wearing a mask is a personal choice. Please respect the choices of your tutor and fellow students.
- Windows and doors left open to allow for room ventilation should not be adjusted by students.
- Sharing of equipment is discouraged, but if it is essential, please use the wipes / spray provided to clean between handling.
- Please make yourself aware of local guidance, particularly in community venues.
You must not attend the class if you show signs or symptoms of Covid-19, are awaiting results of a PCR Covid test, have been in close contact with a Covid-19 patient within 14 days or anyone who has been advised to self isolate for any reason. Please inform the ACRES' office, who will advise the tutor.
All tutors, students and visitors are encouraged to participate in rapid lateral flow testing in the interest of everybody's safety, however, this is not a mandatory requirement. Test kits are readily available locally or from the
gov website.
Next steps within this subject with ACRES
Heloise is a historian who has lived in Kent and Sussex for nearly thirty years and has a special interest in local writers and artists who lived and worked in the region. Join her for discussions on other local artists and writers.
Future steps beyond ACRES
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