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An introduction to a Greek Epic: Homer's Odyssey

This course will introduce the learner to the story and context of Homer’s famous poem. Week by week we will uncover different aspects and themes of the work by looking at progressive extracts of the text so that we cover the whole intriguing story.

S11H

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 

15 Jan 2025 (Spring)

10 weeks

Wed 19:00-21:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£160.00, (concession: £96.00)

with Richard Stride
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Ancient Greek History - The Persian wars 490-479 BC

The extraordinary and entertaining story of how tiny Athens saved Europe from the aggressive Persian empire – packed full of colourful characters and intriguing tales.

S12H

Availability  This course is nearly full. 

14 Jan 2025 (Spring)

5 weeks

Tue 13:00-15:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£80.00, (concession: £42.00)

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Ancient Greek History – The Successors

The Greek world from Alexander to the rise of Rome.

S14H

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 

04 Mar 2025 (Spring)

4 weeks

Tue 13:00-15:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£64.00, (concession: £40.00)

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Daily life in ancient Rome

A glimpse of life in this famous ancient city ranging from education to gladiators, uncovering some interesting and not-so-familiar information on the way.

S13H

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 

25 Feb 2025 (Spring)

One day

Tue 13:00-15:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£16.00, (concession: £10.00)

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Historiography of the Bible: Myths, Facts, and Interpretations, Part 1

Dive into the fascinating history of one of the world’s most influential texts. Explore the historiography of the Bible, focusing on the stories of Esther, Exodus, and the cultural context of the Ancient Near East. Discuss how these stories were recorded, interpreted, and their impact on society.

S27H

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 

13 Jan 2025 (Spring)

5 weeks

Mon 10:00-12:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£80.00, (concession: £48.00)

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Historiography of the Bible: Myths, Facts, and Interpretations, Part 2

Dive into the fascinating history of the world’s most influential texts. You will explore the historiography of the Bible, focusing on Esther, Exodus, and the cultural context of the Ancient Near East. We'll discuss how these stories were recorded, interpreted, and their impact on society.

S28H

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 

24 Feb 2025 (Spring)

6 weeks

Mon 10:00-12:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£96.00, (concession: £58.00)

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Major World Powers from Churchill to Gorbachev, 1939-1991

This course will cover national and international power between 1939 and 1991 and will cover the dynamic links between economic, political, social and military changes in the major world powers during this time period.

S26H

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 

24 Apr 2025 (Summer)

10 weeks

Thu 13:00-15:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£160.00, (concession: £96.00)

with Neil Harrison
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Major World Powers from Lenin to Hitler, 1914-1939

This course will cover national and international power between 1914 and 1939 and will cover the dynamic links between economic, political, social and military changes in the major world powers during this time period.

S25H

Availability  This course is full.
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16 Jan 2025 (Spring)

10 weeks

Thu 13:00-15:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£160.00, (concession: £96.00)

with Neil Harrison

This course is full.

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Queens and Warriors: Women Who changed the World, Part 1

From Queen Nefertiti’s Egypt to Joan of Arc’s France, history has been shaped by powerful women who defied expectations and ruled their worlds. This course explores the lives of remarkable figures like Eleonora de Toledo and others who led with courage, intellect, and strength.

S29H

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 

24 Feb 2025 (Spring)

6 weeks

Mon 13:00-15:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£96.00, (concession: £58.00)

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Spanish History: The Spanish Civil War, Franco's dictatorship and the transition to democracy

The first half of the course will examine the origins and consequences of the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). The second part of the course aims to explore and understand the nature of Franco’s dictatorship and how the transition to democracy in Spain evolved.

L48S

Availability  This course is available for enrolment. 

17 Jan 2025 (Spring)

10 weeks

Fri 12:45-14:45


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£160.00, (concession: £96.00)

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The Early Stuarts – a history of England 1603-49

A study of the key events and people from the reign of James I to the death of Charles I

S18H

Availability  This course is nearly full. 

15 Jan 2025 (Spring)

10 weeks

Wed 10:00-12:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£160.00, (concession: £96.00)

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The French revolution & Napoleon

An overview of this exciting and dramatic period, looking at the main events and characters, as well as themes such as art and fashion.

S24H

Availability  This course is full.
 					  course full

14 Jan 2025 (Spring)

10 weeks

Tue 10:00-12:00


Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map

total fee for this course:£160.00, (concession: £96.00)

with Richard Stride

This course is full.

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