In February I spent a week away from the office travelling around the Midlands in an attempt to find a suitable venue for the next two ICLS residential courses. ICLS has been held at Hothorpe Hall in the past. It’s a lovely place in a rural setting. When I was there in January 2007 it snowed and we made a snow penguin. However, I thought it might be time for a change so I visited the Islamic Foundation, Launde Abbey and Cliff College. All are suitable but I couldn’t resist the beautiful setting of Cliff College in the Peak District National Park, so I’ve booked the next two courses there. They will be on:

• Monday 16th June 2008 to Friday 20th June 2008

• Monday 8th September 2008 to Friday 12th September 2008

If you are interested in coming please get in touch. There’ll be an update soon to announce the ‘line-up’.