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A key part of our curriculum, our geography courses are always popular and give learners the opportunity to explore a wide range of topics.  

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From the architecture of great ports and cities across the globe, to climate change and the severe impacts it’s having on people and their communities, join one of our Geography courses and explore how the world works, and how humans, plants and animals have adapted to live within it.  

There are courses on the beautiful British countryside, as well as landscapes including deserts, forests and arctic wildernesses that dominate far-flung continents and exotic locations. Farming and how to develop more resilient ecosystems regularly feature high on the agenda, whilst natural resources and the race against time to protect them is also featured throughout the year.  

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Delivered in person and online, it’s possible to explore other countries and cultures without ever leaving your own house. Whether you choose to learn online or in person at a community venue near you, you’ll benefit from small class sizes and a supportive environment where everyone who comes along is excited to learn.  

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Nature, Ecology & Permaculture: Volcanoes - The What, Where and Why

What is a volcano and why do you only find them in certain parts of the world? We will look at many case studies of well known volcanoes. Vesuvius and Etna will feature as will the Canaries and others. Why are there ancient volcanoes in Britain and when did they become extinct? These questions will be answered during this course as well as learning how to identify different volcanic rocks and minerals, and interpreting volcanoes from their shape. The course very hands-on and uses real rocks and minerals with their case studies.

Course Information

Dates:
Sat 13/01/2024 -
Sat 13/01/2024
Times:
10:00am - 4:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
The Cornerstone (Wokingham)
Norreys Avenue
Wokingham
RG40 1UE
Tutor:
Guest Speaker
Course code:
Q00012185
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £36.00

Care 2: Visit Hebden Bridge and Hardcastle Craggs

A virtual visit to a small Mill Town in West Yorkshire, and the nearby historic woods. Join me for a virtual visit to a Hebden Bridge a small Mill Town in West Yorkshire, and the nearby Hardcastle Craggs, now woodland with a historical past of its own. This course is for carers who are caring or have cared for people. Take some time for yourself and discover the history around this area of the UK. You will have chance to contribute and ask the tutor questions, while enjoying friendly discussion with new people. Come along and join the tour, all from the comfort of your own home!

Course Information

Dates:
Thu 21/03/2024 -
Thu 21/03/2024
Times:
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Tutor:
Catherine Wilcock
Course code:
Q00011055
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

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