Following national guidance (16 March 2020), we are suspending residential sanctuary breaks and public events at the house for the time being. We are really sorry, but mindful of the impact of group visits on vulnerable people of all ages. We wish everyone very well through this strange period.
The Transforming Power of Storytelling
A FORGIVENESS PROJECT training course at Hill House Postponed until - 5th and 6th September The two day course on planned for April had been fully booked some weeks ago. It will not be possible sadly to run it then, but as there is a strong interest in it, we are postponing it to early September, provisionally. Nearer... Continue Reading →
Mixed Pickles and Multicultural Chutneys
20th-21st October 2018 Perhaps every culture in the world has traditional methods of preserving food for lean times. This is a weekend to learn from each other, share recipes from round the world and make seasonal pickles and chutneys to take away. Besides European enthusiasts, we hope to have Sudanese and Kurdish experts on hand.... Continue Reading →
Friends Afternoon 18th August – Cream Teas and Cardamom
Lovely afternoon and company – from Amberley, Rodborough, Nailsworth, Stroud and Bristol. Many interested visitors came to Hill House for the first time. Ginger scones, cardamom cake, strawberries and cream and the highly acclaimed pancakes cooked on the spot by JP. Gleams of sunshine, and many offers of help for the hill house project, and ideas for... Continue Reading →
Celebrate in solidarity!
We had a fabulous evening at the Amberley Parish Rooms 19th July : Celebrate! World Music and Food Many thanks to Amberley Peace and Justice Group for hosting this event, to Lorraine Ayensu Refugee Arts for booking the musicians, and Moveable Feast for the meal. Thanks too to Bristol City of Sanctuary for co-sponsorship and... Continue Reading →
19th July : Celebrate! World Music and Food
NewsThursday 19th July 2018 in Amberley Parish Rooms from 7pm "An evening of music and food from around the world" Register for this event here "Nabra" means the sound of one's own voice. The sound of the Nabra oud duo is an intoxicating blend of Sudanese and Middle Eastern influences with plenty of Taqsim (improvisations)... Continue Reading →
Shakespeare in Amberley – 1st July 2018
All's Well that Ends Well combined with a Sri Lankan banquet drew in the residents of the area to create a well attended and highly successful and entertaining event. We raised £800 for Bristol Hospitality Network and Hill House Sanctuary Project. Thank you to everyone for a great afternoon!
