Short Music & History events
For our annual series of chamber music events, we engage some of the finest ensembles in the UK and Europe. Within an overarching theme, the music is carefully chosen and programmed to provide an illuminating sequence. Talks with a musicologist – or by the musicians themselves – are incorporated. While the events are undeniably indulgent and leisurely retreats, they are also intended to stimulate the mind and enchant the aesthetic sensibilities. Tickets to individual concerts (without accommodation and meals) are also available to book.
Our history weekends each focus on a particular aspect or period of history, with talks by leading experts, Q&A sessions and plenary discussions. Your accommodation is included in the price, as are most meals.
Featured Short Music & History events
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Thank you for a memorable trip. "
Roman & Medieval Provence - The south of France in the Middle Ages
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'Katy Hamilton was outstanding. Her lectures were of exceptional quality and the depth of her musical knowledge of the subject matter was superb.' "
Music Along the Rhine - Outstanding music, beautiful countryside and historic towns along Germany’s principal river
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This was a really excellent tour. It is a considerable achievement to pack so much of interest into five days in a way that stimulates rather than exhausts, but that was certainly my experience. I congratulate all concerned. "
The Welsh Marches - Castles, abbeys and parish churches
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The itinerary was perfect in all respects. There were a number of sites and locations that I had been planning to visit all contained within the one tour. "
Early Railways: The North - History, technology, architecture, landscapes
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I had the most happy and exciting eight days of my life. "
Essential Jordan - Nabataean, Roman, Christian and Islamic sites