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Clevedon Adult Studies Association (CASA) is all about learning, just for the fun of it.

From music to history, literature to architecture, art to the natural world...

Dive into your favourite topics, or explore something new.

There are no entry requirements, qualifications, exams, or league tables.
We want learning to be a social, pleasant and encouraging activity.

We are a non-profit making registered charity run by a small group of volunteers.

"More than met my expectations. A well presented and structured course, by an excellent teacher."

"A wonderful day-course with a great deal of information delivered in a way that captivated your interest."

About our courses

Can anyone join a CASA course? Are they for me?

The courses are suitable for people who are happy to have their rusty brain cells lubricated and exercised.

Adults of any age are welcome.

What are the courses like?

Our aim is for courses to be:

informative and fun
open to all
free from exams
encouraging audience participation
sociable

The courses are run by professional tutors.

What is the course fee?

The fee for each course, shown on the course listing, is used to pay the tutor and hire the venue. It is kept as low as is feasible since we do not seek to make a profit. For those on income related benefits, courses may be free.

What subjects are covered?

Lots! Topics include:

literature
archaeology
art history
craft
history
music
science and natural history
philosophy
and more!

How long are the courses?

Courses range from day schools, to two hour sessions over several weeks.

Where are they held?

Clevedon Community Centre and Friends Meeting House, in the beautiful town of Clevedon in North Somerset.

How many people will be on the course with me?

Group size varies according to the nature of the course. Numbers are set to ensure a comfortable learning environment and to allow ample opportunity for discussion, debate and participation.

"Excellent, lovely atmosphere

and discussion and expert tuition"

"Extremely interesting and enlightening.

A brilliant course. Learnt so much."

How to book

You can book multiple courses at the same time and payment can be made via credit or debit card.

In exceptional circumstances, you may be able to book offline by bank transfer. However, your booking may be delayed as it will depend on a volunteer being available.

For offline bookings, contact casa2012clevedon@gmail.com.

I'm ready to book

You can book and pay for courses online.

Go to Course Bookings to select your courses and book.

We’re using an online booking site called Bookwhen to manage and process online bookings.

"The tutors were clear, informative, friendly

and endlessly patient!!"

"Very good tutor. Provoked discussion

and different points of view."

Venue, Parking & Refreshments

Clevedon Community Centre (CCC)

Clevedon Community Centre

2 Princes Rd

Clevedon

BS21 7SZ

There is limited parking at the venue in addition to parking on local streets.

Morning Course (10.30am – 12.30pm)

A café serving light refreshments is available.

However, you may wish to bring your own.

Full Day Course (10am – 4pm or 10.30am - 4.30pm)

A café serving light refreshments is available.

However, you may wish to bring your own.

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Friends Meeting House (FMH)

Friends Meeting House

15 Albert Road

Clevedon

BS21 7RP

There is parking available on local streets.

Morning Course (10.30am – 12.30pm)

You will need to bring your own refreshments as there is no café.

Full Day Course (10am – 4pm or 10.30am - 4.30pm)

You will need to bring lunch and your own tea/coffee and milk for use during the day. Hot water will be available.

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St Mary's Church

St Mary's Church
1 Castle Road
Clevedon
BS21 7BX

There is parking available on local streets.

Morning Course (10.30am – 12.30pm) and

Full Day Course (10am – 4pm or 10.30am - 4.30pm)

Please bring your own refreshments and lunch to this venue. We have access to a kitchen so you can make your own tea/coffee, but there are no nearby food outlets or restaurants and probably not enough time at lunch to go in search.

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Please read your course reminder email carefully for any changes to catering facilities

"I enjoyed the discussions and sharing with the group’s opinions and insights."

"So much detailed information and handouts. And I really appreciated the way you involved us in discussion."

Additional Info & FAQs

How can I learn about upcoming courses?

Join our mailing list! Keep up-to-date with all CASA news and see upcoming courses and other events.

Email us at casa2012clevedon@gmail.com to be added.

If you join one of our courses we will ask you to confirm your consent for us to hold your contact details and to continue to mail you with information about future courses and activities.

Click here to read our Privacy Notice.

Attending your course

Please refer to the specific course (via Explore Courses) for details of any pre-reading which would enhance your enjoyment of the course.
For craft courses, you may be asked to bring useful items or materials.
Please make sure that you take all your belongings home with you.

How to cancel your course place

Participants wishing to cancel a course should provide written notice to CASA, by email to casa2012clevedon@gmail.com
Notice must be made at least 7 days in advance of the course.
A participant who is unable to attend may nominate a substitute to take their place provided that CASA is informed at the earliest possible opportunity.

Refund eligibility

A refund may be given if there is a waiting list for the course, and adequate notice is given.
Participants may request to transfer their course booking to another course within the same financial year (Sept - August).
Non-Attendance: Failure to attend a course without adequate notice will be treated as a cancellation with no refund or transfer option.

CASA cancellations

On rare occasions, CASA needs to cancel a course. Participants will be offered the following options: