Residential Courses in the UK
UK Courses held in the beautiful Peak District, England
Residential courses held in the UK offer a full programme of music-making, set in a relaxed and inspiring countryside environment; see below for information on individual courses. The course fee is fully inclusive of individual accommodation (including access to a private bathroom), meals and refreshments plus all those inspiring musical activities.
Flutes at the Barns February/March 2019
Monday 25th February - Friday 1st March 2019, Derbyshire, UK
* FINAL VACANCY NOW REMAINING; please contact the Course Administrator on info@flutesatthebarns.com before making your application *
February 2019 provides the chance to be among the first players to experience FATB's latest beatiful venue in the Peak District, Dale House! There will be a packed schedule of playing - including 45 minute individual lessons with the course tutor - utilising the generous acoustic of the spacious rooms and rich oak floorboards, as well as time to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of this beatiful area, whether relaxing in your private accommodation (all participants are ensuite) or enjoying a chat with like-minded musicians whilst our private chef… Read more>>
Flutes at the Barns April 2019
Monday 8th April - Friday 12th April 2019, Derbyshire, UK
* COURSE NOW FULL - RESERVES MAY BE NEEDED *
April 2019 will see a return to a FATB favourite, the historic coaching inn The Crewe and Harpur, in the pretty Peak District village of Longnor. The beautifully renovated venue is the perfect backdrop for music-making, with its many spaces in the inn itself, as well as the surrounding cottages. Whilst enjoying the full programme of musical activities, allow yourself to be taken care of by the highest standard of delicious local catering - provided by our private chef - and the chance to enjoy the sociable time or enjoy your comfortable… Read more>>
Flutes at the Barns June 2019
Monday 3rd June - Friday 7th June 2019, Derbyshire, UK
* COURSE NOW FULL - RESERVES MAY BE NEEDED *
After discovering this amazing venue in 2017, it’s become a firm favourite in the FATB calendar for its beautiful location, exclusivity of participation allowing for increased tutor time - limited to no more than eight participants - and excellent standard of accommodation and musical spaces. Delicious meals and refreshments will be served by our private chef, providing course members the chance to keep their focus on their personalised programme of inspiring music-making. Situated in the peaceful countryside, there are beautiful places to explore on foot, or you could time on your own or with others… Read more>>
Flutes at the Barns July 2019
Monday 8th July - Friday 12th July 2019, Staffordshire, UK
* COURSE NOW FULL - RESERVES MAY BE NEEDED *
The Mermaid Inn is a special place at any time, and the clear skies of the summer months - as in July 2019 - add their own unique aspect; situated remotely, the stylish renovation of this 17th century inn exploits the far-reaching countryside views, bringing inspiration as participants enjoy their musical activities. Musicians are all accommodated privately with ensuite accommodation, and delicious local fayre - provided by our own private chef - add to the first-class FATB experience we’ve come to expect… Read more>>
Flutes at the Barns October 2019
Monday 21st - Friday 25th October 2019, Derbyshire, UK
* COURSE NOW FULL - RESERVES MAY BE NEEDED *
Flutes at the Barns is delighted to be returning to a favourite venue among participants, Cruck'd Barn, in Derbyshire for October 2019. Musical activities - including longer individual lessons for all - take place in each of the cosily-named cottages; flute choir and classes will resound in the eaves of Cruck'd Barn and Bats' Belfry, before settling down to chamber music, workshops and performances. To reinvigorate energy levels, there are inspiring walks from the door, or lots of comfy corners to enjoy a cuppa and a chat; if you prefer to retreat to individual accommodation… Read more>>