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DAY VISITS 2007/08

We have two scheduled day visits this season, Renishaw Hall and Christmas at Castle Howard. Please scroll down to find out more about what Vista Arts has organised, and do not hesitate to contact us with any queries you may have about either of the visits.

RENISHAW HALL
Friday September 28th, 2007 (postponed from June due to flooding).

Tutors: Rose and Robin Horspool

Last year we were not able to book to see the interior so this year we have changed the day to be able to have this rare visit to the Sitwell’s country retreat at Renishaw Hall, just outside Rotherham, in a surprisingly rural location; with a magical garden as well, and tour of the garden with knowledgeable head gardener.

There is also a collection of John Piper paintings, prints and drawings and a fascinating museum on the Sitwell family: Sir George, Osbert, Edith, Sacheverel and the present Sir Reresby Sitwell.

  • Departure:
    York Ring road:8.00am;
    Pocklington Bus Station 8.35am;
    Driffield (opp. Coach station) 9.00am;
    Beverley (Minster, Highgate Porch) 9.15am;
    Cottingham (opposite Duke of Cumberland)9.30am
    Return:
    Cottingham, 6.30pm (approx.)etc.
    Cost: £28. Cost includes coach, entrance fee, tuition and coffee on arrival. Lunch not included.


CHRISTMAS AT CASTLE HOWARD:
Tuesday November 27th 2007

Tutors: Rose and Robin Horspool

Visit this magnificent house decorated for Christmas, an unashamed luxury day out with lunch and culture as a bonus. Tour, coffee, biscuits and guide book also included, with entrance fees and coach.

  • Departure:
    Cottingham, opposite Duke of Cumberland at 8am;
    Beverley at Minster Highgate Porch, 8.15am;
    Driffield Bus Station at 8.35am:
    York: Please contact Rose for details of pick up point on outskirts of York.
    Return:
    Cottingham, 6.30pm(approx.)
    Cost with lunch: £45
    Cost without lunch: £35 (bring picnic or eat own choice in restaurant)

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