Ledbury Art Society Summer Programme 2010
Welcome to this year’s Summer Programme. Once again we have made great efforts to provide an inspiring range of locations that, we hope, will motivate as many members as possible to come and enjoy these fun days. The meetings are all arranged on Tuesdays beginning at 10.00am and finishing at 4.00pm. There is a named convenor for each event who will act as the main contact point for any queries about the day including weather, directions and car sharing. Please contact the convenor if you intend to arrive later in the day.
Tuesday 18th May. Perrycroft, Malvern Hills By kind permission of Mr & Mrs Archer.
A new venue for the Society, Perrycroft is an attractive Arts & Craft house designed by the internationally famous architect C.F.A. Vosey. The house is set in lovely gardens on the western slopes of the Malvern Hills with water, wooded areas and views through specimen trees to British Camp. Leave Ledbury on the A449 turn left at the top of the Malverns (British Camp) on to the B4232 (Jubilee Drive). In 0.9 miles turn left into the first of two drives and park in the yard downhill. Please car share where possible as parking is restricted. Convenor Ron Hill 01684 541109
Friday 28th May to Monday 31st May Spring Exhibition Burgage Hall
Our Annual Exhibition is open to all paid up members and is a wonderful opportunity for the Society to showcase its work to a wider audience. Your support is vital for the success of the event so please be generous with your time in helping with all aspects of the show including exhibiting your work, helping with the staging, stewarding, catering for the preview evening, items for the sales table and clearing the show at the end.
Tuesday 22nd June Fawley Court By kind permission of Mr& Mrs Clay.
The weather gods were not kind to us last year for our first visit to this delightful venue, hopefully this year we will be more successful. Fawley Court is full of nooks and crannies with excellent architecture and fabulous gardens around ornamental ponds that at this time of year will be looking their best. Directions: From Ledbury take the A449 road to Ross. In about 5miles turn right at the crossroads signed Hereford and Howe Caple (B4224). In about 3 miles turn left at the brown sign for Howe Caple Court. Continue on this road for about 3 miles (passing the entrance to Howe Caple Court on the left) to reach Fawley Court, which is adjacent to the road on the right. Convenor Wendy Harris 01432 840964.
Tuesday 29th June Coach Trip to Cardiff Museum and Galleries
Over the last few years Cardiff has been busily reinventing itself with a series of innovative and attractive developments both in the city centre and the regenerated docklands area. The National Museum is hosting an exhibition entitled ‘Highlights of Impressionism’ for which the Society will be given a free, guided tour at 11.00 am by one of the Museum’s Fine Arts curators. The Museum has 10 galleries that house a variety of collections covering work from around the world including Italian, British, Dutch and Welsh art from 1500 to the present day. The gallery has a coffee shop and restaurant for which groups receive a 10% discount. The afternoon could be spent in exploring the splendours of Cardiff’s Castle with its romantic Victorian Gothic interiors designed by the ‘eccentric genius’ architect William Burgess. There is a regular shuttle bus service to the nearby Docklands area where a leisurely lunch can be obtained at a wide selection of eateries before exploring the lavish architecture of the new opera house with its copper roof and the Welsh Assembly Hall built from local slate and wood. If retail therapy holds its appeal the newly constructed Shopping centre is a must. The coach will leave Ledbury market Square at 9.00am and Cardiff at 4.00pm to return to Ledbury at approximately 5.30pm. The cost is £10.00 members and £12.00 non members. Entrance to the museum is free Please contact Wendy Harris 01432 840964 to secure your place.
Tuesday 6th July The Tannery, The Frith By kind permission of Mr & Mrs Denning.
The Tannery is a new, exciting, venue for the society set in wonderful gardens, with woods, views and buildings with a wealth of architectural detail. Directions: From Ledbury take the Bromyard Road (B4214) and after approximately ½ mile turn right at Beggars Ash signposted Wellington Heath. After a ¼ mile take the first right signed The Crest, pass two houses on the right and the next house is The Tannery. Look for LAS signage. Convenor Mike Purkiss 01531 635922.
Tuesday 20th July Wilton Castle & Gardens, Ross on Wye. By kind permission of Alan & Sue Parsloe
On the banks of the Wye, Wilton Castle comprises of a romantic restored ruin from the 12th century and a 16th century Manor house (not open to the public). The site extends to over 2 acres with mullioned windows surrounded by roses, gravel gardens and shrubberies all of which is surrounded by a dry moat. The garden will be opened exclusively for the society but we need to have a minimum of 10 in the group at a cost of £4.00 per person, this goes to the National Garden Scheme. Tea and coffee are included; cakes are available at extra cost. The owners will provide cover if the weather turns inclement. Directions: From Ledbury take the A449 to Ross. At the first roundabout (The Traveller’s Rest) continue straight over; at the next roundabout (Labels) continue straight over, at the next roundabout (BP garage) turn left and then immediate left to the castle. Convenor Jill Peer 01531 634679 Please contact Jill to register your interest.
Tuesday 3rd August Bosbury House, Bosbury By kind permission of Mr & Mrs Hone
Bosbury House is an attractive, Georgian House set in extensive grounds with woods, ponds, and gardens including a very pretty walled garden. Directions: Leave Ledbury on the B4214 to Bromyard and after approx. 3 miles bear right onto the B4220. Drive straight through Bosbury village and the entrance to Bosbury house is on the right. Convenor June Allen 01684 540182.
Tuesday 17th August Hope End House Kind Permission of Sharon Maiden
Hope End House was such a success with members last year that they requested a return visit for this year. For those new to the venue the Victorian house is an architectural dream surrounded by stunning gardens and attractive views. Tony Bateman has also agreed to be on hand again during the day to give his usual invaluable instruction, advice and encouragement. There is a small charge of £3.00 per person, which Mrs Maiden donates to charity. From Ledbury take the B4214 Bromyard Road, turn right signed Wellington Heath and after approx. 11/2 miles turn right at the island oak tree continue on this road for approx 1 mile towards Petty France and Hope End House is clearly marked on the left. It is essential to take the left fork part way up the drive to HOPE END HOUSE NOT HOPE END. Convenor Wendy Harris 01432 840964
Tuesday 31st August Hellens, Much Marcle. By kind permission of the Stephens family.
Hellens has not been on the programme for a couple of years so it is a welcome return to this wonderful mellow brick, Elizabethan mansion with its many architectural features and fine extensive gardens. Surrounded by mature trees, lily pond and distant views of Ledbury it is full of charm and tranquillity. Directions: From Ledbury take the A449 to Much Marcle, turn left at the crossroads and continue past the village hall turning left at the brown sign for Hellens. Convenor Viv Dobson 01531 890296
Tuesday 14th September Broadfield Court, Bodenham By kind permission of Mark & Alexandra James
Broadfield Court is an imposing, rambling mansion, which started life in the 14th century. It has attractive gardens, a walled kitchen garden and acres of vineyards. The gift shop sells its own wine and other products. It also has an award winning cafe where it would be appreciated if members brought refreshments during the day. Directions: From Ledbury take the Hereford road and turn right at the Trumpet lights onto the A417. Keep straight on towards Leominster crossing the Worcester Road at Newton Cross. In the vicinity of Bodenham turn right opposite the Murco garage. There are signs for the vineyard. After about a mile turn right into Broadfield Court driveway. There is a website for this location. Convenor Evie Whitfield 01531 670239