Two day Residential Beginners Knitting Course.
Friday 24th August till Sunday 26th August 2012
This two day knitting course includes: All materials,
12 hours tuition, dinner, bed and breakfast all included in the price of £199.00 per person (price based on 2 sharing a room - single room supplement will apply)
Course itinerary will include:
If you wish to learn something specific? get in touch and we will be happy to help
Two day Residential Intermediates Knitting Course.
Friday 31st August till Sunday 2nd September 2012
This two day knitting course includes: All materials, 12 hours tuition, dinner, bed and breakfast all included in the price of £199.00 per person (price based on 2 sharing a room - single room supplement will apply)
Course itinerary will include:
If you wish to learn something specific? get in touch and we will be happy to help.
Participants will need to travel to Colonsay on the Friday ferry and
return on the Sunday ferry. contact: Calmac for ferry departure times.
We can collect you from the ferry terminal.
International participants can fly into Glasgow airport and link with Scotrail for the wonderful train journey from Glasgow Queen Street to Oban or fly with Flybe to Islay and Hebridean Air Services directly to Colonsay.
Residential Knitting Courses Autumn & Winter 2012 dates:
Suitable for beginners, intermediates and experts.
- Beginners: Learn the two main cast on methods, the two basic stitches used in all knitting patterns and how to cast off.
- Intermediates: Learn the art of patterns including Aran – cable knitting and effective sewing up.
- Experts: Learn how to work on multiple needles, circular knitting and how to design your own pattern.
Price including full board and expert tuition at £459.00 per person
(based on 2 sharing)
October 2012
Monday 1st October until Friday 5th October (travelling by Ferry) 4 nights
Tuesday 2nd October until Saturday 6th October (travelling by flight) 4 nights
Have you ever wanted a short-break with a real difference and in a truly beautiful place? Then why not book onto one of our 4-day residential knitting courses on Colonsay. The price includes full board and lodgings on the Island at the Edge. You can get here by flying with
Hebridean Air Services from Oban Airport, for your stay from Tuesday to Saturday, or, travel by Calmac
ferry to enjoy your short break from Monday to Friday.
We cater for knitters from beginners to the more experienced. You will get to work with pure Colonsay and Oransay wool, discover how the sheep are managed and where the wool comes from. These courses are generally held outside of the main tourist season and you will be staying either at the remote north end of the island at
Balnahard, a place that will truly inspire you, or for smaller groups here in our
Bed & Breakfast. There will also be sufficient time for getting out and about and exploring the beaches and hills so don't forget to bring your camera (especially on the flight). You'll be collected form Colonsay airfield or Scalasaig pier and driven by 4x4 through exceptional scenery to your accommodation,where you will receive a very warm welcome.
You will meet local knitters and learn some great new skills and techniques. Lots of information, lots of practical knitting, lots of open space, lots of sheep and lots and lots of fun.
Minimum group size is 2,(based on 2 sharing) maximum is 10 (based on 2 sharing) so why not get your friends and family on board for a fantastic short break. All you need to do is get to get here and we will take care of everything else.
And, if you choose to bring your partner with you! There are lots of other activities including, wood turning classes, clay pigeon shooting, and the opportunity to try your golfing skills on our wonderful 200 year old links golf course.
We hope to see you very soon.
NB: We also offer shorter or longer breaks for travellers who wish to enjoy both flying and the ferry. Contact us for further details, we will be glad to help.
If you have specific dates you are coming to our wonderful island and wish to learn how to knit or improve your skills, this will include knitting traditionally on 5 needles, sock knitting on 4 needles and how to produce your own designs, contact us, we will be glad to help.
Coming to Colonsay on holiday?
We have short one-day, 6-hour courses (2 x 3-hours) for holidaymakers on Colonsay. Why not book now and add this fun and informative course to your holiday itinerary. All ages catered for and everything you need is included. Venues may vary. One-to-one instruction also available for times to suit you during your stay.
Cost £20.00 per person per 3 hour session (including materials)
To make your reservation or for more information please call (tel.: +44(0)1951 200284) or use our contact form.
Coming soon...
masterclass courses - How to knit and teach others this wonderful and increasingly popular skill so you can deliver your own courses.
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Hebridean Air Service - your link to Colonsay from Oban
Flying from Oban to Colonsay is a magical experience. Make sure you have your camera ready!
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Kiloran Bay
You'll pass Kiloran on the way to Balnahard and you'll be able enjoy a magnificent stroll along the bay during your visit.
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The Road to Balnahard
Remote and beautiful Colonsay and the venue for your very special residential knitting course.
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Fine home-made cooking
Dining at Balnahard - everyone is encouraged to join in.
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Balnahard
Beaches, golden eagles, peace and quiet and a great course are all included.
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