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Helmdon Branch WEA – Autumn 2015 Course
Helmdon Branch WEA – Autumn 2015 Course
Charity reg. no: 1112775
| Title and Aims: |
Shining a light on the Dark Ages: This course aims to make you more familiar with and become fascinated with our Anglo-Saxon heritage; using documentary and archaeological evidence we will explore how a well-ordered and culturally rich society evolved. |
| Tutor: | Elaine Rawlinson |
| About this Course: |
The idea still persists that from the mid 5th century to the Norman invasion England was in a ‘Dark Age’. The reality is that various immigrant groups along with the resident population evolved a culture rich in literature, artwork, and technology and with a strong legal, administrative and organised society. The course will cover: The arrival of the Anglo-Saxons in England during the late 5th/early 6th century. How England became the Heptarchy –a group of seven centres of power spreading from the South and West to Northumbria and the North West of England. The effect of the arrival of Christianity on the emerging power bases and the effect on literature, political leadership and a legal framework. Everyday life (clothing, food and crafts) and social structure including the role of women. Weapons and warfare. |
| Location: | Helmdon Reading Room, Church Street, Helmdon, Northants, NN13 5QJ (venue accessible to wheelchairs and hearing loop installed) |
| Starting: | Tuesday, 22 September at 7:30 p.m. |
| Duration: | 1½ hours each session. 9 sessions. |
| Registration: | Between 7:15 and 7:30 p.m. at first session. |
| Full fee: | £52 – try one week without obligation |
| No Fee: | Free if receiving income related benefit. |
Financial help:
Should you need any help with the payment of registration fees or child care, you may be entitled to financial support. Ask your tutor or your secretary for more information or an information sheet. All requests will be treated in complete confidence & respect in accordance with our Learning Support Policy.
Help with learning:
Should you have a disability or learning difficulty, let us know at the earliest opportunity so that we can make arrangements to provide support. All requests for help will be treated confidentially & with respect. Ask your tutor or contact the Regional Office (0015 962 8400/eastmidlands@wea.org.uk) for more information about learning support.
Help with English, Maths &/or Study skills:
You are also entitled to extra help & support with English, Maths & Study skills. Ask your tutor or contact the Regional Office (0015 962 8400/eastmidlands@wea.org.uk) for more information about help with English, Maths & Study skills.
To be kept informed of all branch courses please contact:
Richard Farquharson
WEA Helmdon Branch Secretary
Tel.: [phone number removed]
E-mail: [email address removed]
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