“great happiness and friendship is often found, quite unexpectedly, in the most unlikely situations and places”
Persian fairytale, 1302
Serendipity
29th - 31st October 2021
Tavistock, Devon, UK
All levels of dancer and drummer are "absobloodylutely" welcome
Kalash Tribal's Oasis workshops have been running for just over 13 years making this Serendipity our 14th annual event
Join us for a fabulous weekend of inspiring workshops
dancing, drumming, crafting, relaxation, fun and friendship
with a guaranteed 9 hours of workshops eligible for FCCE certificates (if you need them)
explore the history and roots of FCBD®style (formerly ATS®)
from the music - drumbeats and rhythms
the dance - steps and concepts
to journeys and influences along the way
We'll be joined by Liz Malcom and Kathy Stahlman from the USA, our fabulous drum maestro Asif Qu
and of course the Zuzas - the serene Angela Noble and inimitable Mark Rossi
workshop information and timetable will be added nearer the time
join our Facebook group as all will be revealed bit by bit
Serendipity is incredible value for money
with 3 package options:
one for dancers from £220
one for drummers £185
and one
for mates not doing workshops £145
THE SMALLPRINT
please ensure you read THE SMALLPRINT explaining our Terms & Conditions
Mount Kelly - our Hogwarts
Set in over 150 acres, on the edge of Devon’s Dartmoor National Park, close to the bustling town of Tavistock with traditional pannier market and all amenities
Mount Kelly is the FatChance style Hogwarts – a private boarding school boasting spacious bedrooms -
most accommodate two people but if you're coming with lots of friends some can extend up to 6
single beds - no bunks
shared bathroom and shower facilities on each floor
If you have any spare time take advantage of a stroll in the grounds or walk in to the bustling local town of Tavistock with traditional pannier market and all amenities (including 'off licences')
There is an Olympic size heated indoor swimming pool at the college although it does have limited public hours and there would be a small extra charge
St John's sacred well
St John's sacred wellRiver Tamar Tavistock Bridge
Stone Circle
Tavistock Brentor
Pannier Market
View from Dartmoor
Getting to FCBD® Hogwarts / Mount Kelly
Mount Kelly College, Parkwood Road, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0HZ
Serendipity has a wonderfully supportive tribal family so join our Facebook group to share your travel plans, especially for those coming in from Europe or travelling from further afield
It is possible to get group discounts on the trains and some of our participants are able to offer car space – lift sharing, pick ups and drop offs
Planning your route: map to the College
by car
Take M5 to Exeter and continue towards Okehampton and Bodmin on A30. After about 30 minutes take the exit A386 to Tavistock. Continue across the moor and as you reach Tavistock, the College is on your right -plenty of parking space
by Public Transport
travel to Plymouth train station then take a bus to Tavistock and short walk to the College
Join our Facebook Group to see if others can help with lift sharing from Bristol or Exeter airports or Exeter St David's train station
by Air and Rail
Local international airports include:
Bristol Airport
take Bristol Air Bus to Bristol Temple Meads train station – train to Plymouth – bus to Tavistock
Exeter Airport
take bus/taxi to Exeter St Davids train station – train to Plymouth – bus to Tavistock
OR
London Heathrow Airport
take Heathrow Express train to London Paddington (15 minutes) – train from London Paddington to Plymouth – bus to Tavistock
Heathrow Express Tickets are cheaper if purchased online 90 days or 30 days in advance – group discounts available
Flights to London Heathrow will probably be cheaper but trains from London to Plymouth can be expensive depending on the time of day and how far in advance you can book.
Team up with others to get group discount
So check the costs of transport to Plymouth as it sometimes works out cheaper to fly to Bristol or Exeter
Other London Airports – Flights to other London airports may be cheaper but there will be additional overground train or underground tube fares from the airport to central London where you can then take a train from London Paddington
Rail Links
Train tickets are cheaper in off peak hours and purchased online up to 12 weeks in advance.
You can collect your ticket from special machines at the chosen train station but you will need the Booking Code and the credit / debit card used to purchase the tickets.
Some tickets can be sent to your phone if you download the app.
Group discounts are available
Bus Links
Plymouth to Tavistock about 45 minutes and about 10 minutes walk to Mount Kelly (we’re checking out taxis OR it may possibly be able to arrange for someone to pick you up)
Time to look around or extend your visit?
then venture a little further afield for some great walks in Dartmoor National Park with its ancient stone circles or historic Plymouth (15 miles) and nearby beaches
Check out these visitor links:
Tavistock
Dartmoor
Devon
Plymouth
Bristol
Exeter
Stonehenge
Bath
Glastonbury
Airbnb