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Ledbury WEA T he WEA started life in 1903 with a membership of two and expanded rapidly in response to the perceived need to encourage adult learning. Its development since then has made it the UK's largest voluntary sector provider of adult education and it is one of Britain's biggest charities. Taught by over 2,000 tutors nationally with more than 8,000 courses delivered in over 2,000 venues, the organisation still has a part to play in the lives of many adults. Active in the community since 2007, Ledbury WEA continues to support the underlying philosophy of 'Adult Learning Within Reach'. Our spring term courses include: t the welcome return of Gerald Brooke's unique insight into Russian life and culture, 'Russian Personalities' starting on Tuesday 21st January t a Film Study Day led by Michael Pyke on Saturday 8th February 'Opera in Cinema' Interiors & Exteriors t the History and Restoration of Mordiford Mill with Andy Tatchell on Thursday 5th March Over 25 years' experience A super friendly, honest service with a quality finish and attention to detail t a Poetry Day exploring the Sonnet Form on Saturday 7th March led by Joy Roderick t a day visit to Worcester Porcelain Museum on Wednesday 18th March t and - finishing with aflourish - an Elgar Music Day with Wendy Hill on Saturday 28th March. Fully Insured Please call Simon on: More details are given online at wea.org.uk searching for Ledbury courses or in our brochure which is available in many local outlets: the library in the Master's House, Ledbury News, both of Ledbury's bookshops or by phoning 01531 806107. 58 To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: [email protected]