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SUMMARY:Coffee With A Curator
DESCRIPTION:Coffee With A CuratorFirst Wednesday of every month\, 1.30pm – 2pmThese informal sessions held in The Wilson café lounge area at lunchtime on the first Wednesday of the month give you the chance to join one of our curators for a half hour chat as they introduce pieces from The Wilson’s extensive collections.From pottery and works of art to items that reflect the social history of the Cheltenham area\, you’ll get to have a closer look at the objects as they are brought out of the archives.There will be a different object every month. Book a place for £3\, which will include a complimentary tea or coffee from the café. For updates and more details of the objects and subjects for each monthly session\, see our Facebook and Instagram.Wednesday 7 JanuaryMusical Instruments – A different kind of serpent! Explore the fascinating world of musical instruments as we uncover the story of the serpent\, a most unusual instrument. Discover how it’s made\, what it sounds like\, and how it came to our collection!Wednesday 4 FebruarySmall objects; big stories – Find out some interesting stories about some of the smallest objects held in The Wilson’s collection.Wednesday 4 MarchCheltenham’s buildings – mysteries and histories! Cheltenham is more than just a Regency town\, hear stories from The Wilson’s Curator of Art featuring Cheltenham’s famous donut to stories of shopping and the high street in times gone by!Wednesday 1 AprilVarious hair accessories were worn between the wars of the 20th century. Snoods were used as a decorative way of keeping mid to long hair out of the way and to keep a set in place. They were made of various materials and techniques and April’s talk will discuss the crocheted ones in the Wilson collection. Join Kat\, our Collections Officer\, as she shares information and history of the snood and shows her handmade copy for you to handle.
URL:https://cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk/event/coffee-with-a-curator/
LOCATION:The Wilson\, The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum and The Wilson Kitchen arts café 51 Clarence Street\, Cheltenham\, GL50 3JT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Cheltenham Trust":MAILTO:tickets@cheltenhamtrust.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Practical Fine Art for Adults Course: 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join our Practical Fine Art for Beginners course and unlock your creativity!27 February – 27 March: Introduction to Sculpture: Form\, Expression\, and Abstraction17 April – 15 May: Introduction to Landscape Drawing and Painting: From Line to Colour5 June – 3 July: Introduction to Acrylic Painting: Colour\, Texture\, and Expression11 Sep – 9 Oct: Introduction to Drawing: Seeing Like an Artist13 Nov – 11 Dec: Introduction to Watercolour8 Jan – 5 Feb: Introduction to Portrait Drawing: Capturing LikenessOur lessons are tailored for those with little-to-no experience in art\, but feel the desire to discover and create. At the end of the course\, you will have honed your skills and gained confidence in your ability to produce your own artwork. Start your journey as an artist today.About Kitty McLeodThe tutor\, Kitty McLeod\, of Promising Artists\, trained at Ravensbourne University London and the University of Gloucestershire. She has been teaching art and creative workshops with children and adults of all ages nationally since 2010. She has experience in delivering fine art drawing & painting\, illustration\, printmaking\, animation and life drawing classes. Kitty runs a small art school in Cheltenham and art courses for the National Trust.Price is for a course of 5 sessions and includes all materials.Dates 2026Winter Term: 9 January – 6 FebruaryWinter/Spring: 27 February – 27 MarchSpring: 17 April – 15 MaySummer: 5 June – 3 JulyAutumn: 11 Sep – 9 OctWinter: 13 Nov – 11 DecWinter 2027: 8 Jan – 5 FebFridays\, 1.30pm – 3.30pm
URL:https://cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk/event/practical-fine-art-for-adults-course-2026/
LOCATION:The Wilson\, The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum and The Wilson Kitchen arts café 51 Clarence Street\, Cheltenham\, GL50 3JT\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260110T100000
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SUMMARY:Practical Fine Art for Children Course: 2026
DESCRIPTION:Practical Fine Art for Children: 202628 February – 28 March: Introduction to Sculpture: Form\, Expression\, and Abstraction18 April – 16 May: Introduction to Landscape Drawing and Painting: From Line to Colour6 June – 4 July: Introduction to Acrylic Painting: Colour\, Texture\, and Expression12 Sep – 10 Oct: Introduction to Drawing: Seeing Like an Artist14 Nov – 12 Dec: Introduction to Watercolour9 Jan – 6 Feb: Introduction to Portrait Drawing: Capturing LikenessFor keen young artists of all levels. The perfect complement to school art lessons\, whether studying at primary or GCSE level. Practical\, how-to skills: observational drawing techniques\, multi-media exploration\, adventures in colour and more. There is plenty of time for one-to-one support in these small groups too.About Kitty McLeodKitty McLeod trained at Ravensbourne University London and the University of Gloucestershire. She has been teaching art and creative workshops\, organising events\, parties\, and face painting with children and adults of all ages nationally since 2010. She has experience in delivering fine art\, illustration\, printmaking\, animation and life drawing classes. Kitty’s students have won art scholarships to Cheltenham College\, Rendcombe College and King’s School.Price is for a course of 5 sessions and includes all materials.Dates 2026Winter Term: 10 January – 7 FebruaryWinter/Spring: 28 February – 28 MarchSpring: 18 April – 16 MaySummer: 6 June – 4 JulyAutumn: 12 Sep – 10 OctWinter: 14 Nov – 12 DecWinter 2027: 9 Jan – 6 FebSaturdays\, 10am – 11.30am
URL:https://cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk/event/practical-fine-art-for-children-course-2026/
LOCATION:The Wilson\, The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum and The Wilson Kitchen arts café 51 Clarence Street\, Cheltenham\, GL50 3JT\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Creative Explorers 2026
DESCRIPTION:Creative Explorers10am – 3pm An artist led holiday club for 4-11 year olds who love to make\, share and play. We will collaborate on engaging individual and group craft projects with a focus on nature\, the world around us and free play to encourage creativity\, language and expression within the arts.This informal holiday workshop will be fun and light\, providing your child with the chance to express themselves artistically while making new friends and learning new skills.We will take a tour of the galleries\, explore the works on display and (weather dependant) we will take a nature walk outside\, so please supply a coat if you are happy for your child to join.Please note:•	On sunny days we like to get outside! If you are not happy for your child to leave the building then please let us know on the morning of the session.•	Children aged 4 are only permitted to attend on a shorter day of 11-3 according to government safeguarding guidelines. If you book a 4-year-old on to any of our holiday club days you will not be allowed to drop them off before 11am.•	We may get messy! Please send your child in old clothes that you don’t mind them making and playing in\, as we do occasionally use materials that may be harder to wash out.•	Please pack your child a drinks bottle\, so that they can help themselves through the day. Feel free to pack them a snack as well – exploring can be hungry work!•	Children should bring a bag to help them carry home all their crafts and keep them safe through the day.All children will now need a packed lunch\, there is no longer the option to add it to your ticket booking. Please note nuts are not permitted in packed lunches due to allergies.‘Arty’ lunch boxes will be available to purchase from the café on the day if you wish\, with a 20% discount for Creative Explorers.Please note this is a drop-off session.The cost includes all materials.
URL:https://cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk/event/creative-explorers-2026/
LOCATION:The Wilson\, The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum and The Wilson Kitchen arts café 51 Clarence Street\, Cheltenham\, GL50 3JT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Arts and Crafts Gallery Tour
DESCRIPTION:With the reopening of our Museum Wing in October 2026\, the Arts and Crafts Gallery will be closed from June to accommodate object moves and a new entrance to the Museum.Before it closes\, we would like to offer visitors the chance to take a more in-depth look at the collection\, with guided tours from local Arts and crafts expert Sarah Middleton. She will take you on a journey through the gallery\, exploring the makers and objects in more detail\, sharing stories that bring the objects to life.You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and find out more about the Arts and Crafts Movement as well as the makers and their relationships and collaborative practice\, behind the objects.About SarahSarah Middleton is a painter\, art historian and lecturer. She studied Italian and History of Art at UCL and courses at The Courtauld and Slade School of Fine Art. Sarah works as a communications consultant and lectures all over the Cotswolds\, including giving Arts & Crafts Tours in Painswick.www.sarah-middleton.co.ukSunday April 26th 11.30am – Arts and Crafts Gallery TourSaturday 3rd May 11am – Women in the Arts and Crafts: Gallery TourSunday 31st May 2pm – Arts and Crafts Gallery Tour
URL:https://cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk/event/arts-and-crafts-gallery-tour/
LOCATION:The Wilson\, The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum and The Wilson Kitchen arts café 51 Clarence Street\, Cheltenham\, GL50 3JT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T090000
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SUMMARY:Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts
DESCRIPTION:Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts is Cheltenham’s oldest festival. 2026 is our Centenary year when the Festival will run from May 6th to the 16th.  The Festival is an opportunity for performers to demonstrate their skills in the wonderful setting of Cheltenham Town Hall. There are nearly 300 classes in Dance\, Music and Drama and all ages are encouraged to enter and perform on a public stage. Performers receive feedback from our eminent professional adjudicators. The atmosphere is friendly\, but also competitive. In May 2025\, the Festival held its inaugural ‘Young Performers Awards’ evening. Designed to celebrate the very best of the festival\, the performers across dance\, music and speech and drama who achieved the highest marks during the festival were invited to perform in a showcase and compete for the accolade of winning one of the 2025 Young Performer Awards. This was a fantastic celebration of the best young talent in the area. This event will take place in 2026 on Friday 15th May. Entry for this evening will be free.
URL:https://cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk/event/cheltenham-festival-of-performing-arts/
LOCATION:Cheltenham Town Hall\, United Kingdom
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