Portrait with the Masters
Four-Night Residential with the 2025 Portrait Artist of the Year Finalists 24th - 28th August 2026
We're thrilled to announce that all three finalists from Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the Year 2025 will be heading to Cober Hill in August 2026 for a four-night residential. Join us for an immersive four-night residential retreat at the picturesque Cober Hill, nestled in the serene North Yorkshire countryside, where you’ll hone your portraiture skills under the guidance of Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the Year 2025 winner Chloe Barns along with both 2025 finalists Katie Jones and Lauren Ross. This programme is designed for artists of all levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals, offering a blend of structured daytime workshops with each of our artists, optional evening sessions, and a culminating pop-up exhibition, feedback and critique session. You will check-in at Cober Hill from 3pm on Monday 24th August 2026, then join us for complimentary drinks from 5pm where you will meet your fellow participants and tutors. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday is all about mastering different approaches to capturing a portrait. You will spend a day with each of our guest tutors - Chloe, Lauren and Katie - with each delivering a unique portrait masterclass focused on a different medium. During this time, your tutors will share with you valuable tools and techniques to master your own portrait painting and drawing. On Friday after breakfast there will be an opportunity for you to share the work you have created during the week, exchange feedback and enjoy lunch before departing Cober Hill. The residential package includes your own en-suite room with full board including breakfast and evening meals alongside a daily buffet lunch. Complimentary refreshments including tea, coffee, and snacks are available throughout the day. Includes all materials and equipment needed to complete the daily workshops. There will also be free evening activities for you to join with a schedule advertised a few weeks before your arrival, or why not spend your downtime exploring the 11 acres of grounds at Cober Hill or venture further to the Cleveland way or Cinder Track walkways. Check-in from 3:00pm on Monday 24th August 2026 Check-out by 10:30am on Friday 28th August 2026
Cancellation Policy
Right to Cancel and Receive Reimbursement The statutory 14-day cooling-off period does not apply to accommodation and leisure services provided on specific dates. We offer the following goodwill policy: Cancellation & Refund Policy: More than 12 weeks before arrival: Full refund minus £30 administration fee per person. 6–12 weeks before arrival: 75% refund. 4–6 weeks before arrival: 50% refund. Less than 4 weeks before arrival: No refund. Cancellations must be made in writing to info@bookaclass.com. Refunds (where due) will be processed within 10 business days. Travel / Holiday Insurance Recommendation We strongly recommend that all participants purchase comprehensive travel or holiday insurance at the time of booking. This should cover cancellation or curtailment, medical expenses, personal belongings, and any other relevant risks. We cannot be held responsible for any losses, damages, or additional costs you may incur due to cancellation, illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances if you do not have adequate insurance in place. Rescheduling: Possible up to 8 weeks before arrival (subject to availability). A £30 administration fee applies for changes made later. Our Right to Cancel: We may cancel a residential stay due to insufficient numbers or force majeure. In such cases we will first offer an alternative date before offering a full refund.