‘I have a whole new appreciation for Wordsworth, poetry in general, and a whole new mindset that I would have never gained if it wasn’t for the people I met here and the experiences that I’ve had.’

– Student testimonial

‘The students came away with the best sorts of learning: experiential, consequential, culturally sensitive, usefully difficult, and ultimately transformative. I hope to do this again many times in future years!’

– Professor Catherine Waitinas, California Polytechnic State University, USA

‘The highlight was immersing ourselves in the environment around us and being in places Wordsworth deemed significant. It shows us a whole different side of him away from the texts and makes us much more connected to him.’

– Student testimonial

‘It was such a treat to explore the cottage and its grounds as well as the artifacts, manuscripts, and remnants of the Wordsworths’ lives. Jeff did such a wonderful job relating every object to not only their daily habits and creative work, but also to the art of museum curation. A great experience all around!’

– Professor Sophie Thomas, Toronto Metropolitan University, Canada

‘I found your approach to the collections truly inspiring, particularly your belief that we are the custodians of Wordsworth’s beautiful belongings and not owners … you inspired us all that day, not only in how we think about Wordsworth and literary collections, but particularly in how this can inform our own work.’

– Student testimonial

University Short Courses

Experience the magic of the archive and get up-close with the past with these hands-on experiential courses.

Our team of experts will give your students the tools to interpret the past in new and imaginative ways – and leave them with skills that will be invaluable beyond their time at university. Poetry, people and place will come to life through detailed investigation of manuscripts, creative workshops, walks and more. One-day or multiple-day, online or in-person, there is something to suit every group, budget and schedule.

Our courses can be adapted to suit students of any academic discipline, whether they are studying literature, history, science, art and more. View the brochure here.

How to use this page

Use the information on this page to design the perfect course for your students. Take a look at the list of course elements and prices, complete the booking enquiry form and email it to us, and we’ll be in touch to help you plan your visit.

If our courses are not within your budget we would still love to explore ways of working with you. Please get in touch at courses@wordsworth.org.uk to start the conversation.

For groups seeking the essential experience, especially those working within a set budget. Choose from a selection of course elements to design the perfect experience for your students. Options include visits to Dove Cottage and the Museum, curator-led workshops, guided walks, tours, activities and talks.

Download our guide to Standard Courses here.

This guide will be updated with our 2026-7 prices soon – for more information please get in touch.

For groups that would like to explore a specialist topic in depth, create a course around a specific theme or idea, or build practical career skills. We can design workshops, talks, practical skills sessions and more. Students might create a community outreach project, create an online exhibition, write exhibition labels or even work on designing a symposium.

Download our guide to Bespoke Courses here.

This guide will be updated with our 2026-7 prices soon – for more information please get in touch.

Download the Short Course price list here.

This document will be updated with our 2026-7 prices soon – for more information please get in touch.

Ready to design the perfect course for your students? Complete this booking enquiry form, email it to courses@wordsworth.org.uk, and our team will be in touch to help you plan your visit.

Download the Short Course booking enquiry form here.