Flitwick and Ampthill

The Arts Society Flitwick and Ampthill is a relatively new society, bringing together people from Flitwick and the surrounding communities who share an interest in art, history and culture. The Society is led by Ian Burgess, Chairman, alongside his wife, Kathryn Burgess, Treasurer, who are committed to creating a friendly and welcoming environment.
Our illustrated lectures feature specialist speakers exploring the people, places and ideas that have shaped art and culture. Each talk offers an opportunity to learn something new in an enjoyable and accessible way. Our meetings bring together people with a shared enthusiasm for the arts, whether lifelong enthusiasts or those simply curious to discover more. Our varied programme has explored John Singer Sargent, the Harlem Renaissance and the Ashcan painters, alongside subjects such as David Hockney and the depiction of alcohol in art.
No specialist knowledge is needed. Our speakers bring their subjects to life through engaging presentations, combining images, stories and fascinating insights.
Join Us
Ian and Kathryn warmly welcome new members. To join The Arts Society Flitwick, please click the Join Us button below for membership information.

Our lectures and study days take place at The Rufus Centre, Steppingley Road, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AH. A welcoming venue where members and guests can meet, enjoy an illustrated talk and share their interest in the arts.
Lectures begin at 10.30am. Please check the individual event listing for the date and booking information, and allow time to check in and settle into your seat.
Getting here and parking
The Rufus Centre offers free parking on site, including designated disabled parking spaces. Flitwick railway station is approximately a 15-minute walk or a short taxi journey from the venue.
Accessibility
The centre is wheelchair friendly, with accessible toilets, a lift. If you have any access requirements, please contact us before your visit so we can discuss arrangements with the venue.

The Arts Society Flitwick and Ampthill brings people together to enjoy illustrated lectures exploring art, history and culture. Our programme offers opportunities to discover unfamiliar subjects, revisit favourite artists and see well-known works from a fresh perspective.

Our speakers share their knowledge through engaging talks, combining images with the stories behind the art. From the lives of individual artists to the movements that shaped their work, each lecture offers something to interest both experienced enthusiasts and those beginning to explore the arts.

The programme has included subjects such as John Singer Sargent, the Harlem Renaissance and the Ashcan painters of New York. Further talks explore David Hockney’s colourful and inventive career and the story of alcohol in art, reflecting the variety of themes that members and guests can enjoy.

Lectures take place at the Rufus Centre in Flitwick, with currently advertised talks beginning at 10.30am. Please check our individual event listings for confirmed dates, speakers, prices and booking arrangements, and allow time to check in before the talk begins.

You do not need specialist knowledge to enjoy our lectures—just curiosity and an interest in discovering something new. Whether you attend regularly or join us for a subject that catches your eye, you are welcome to come along, meet others and share in the enjoyment of the arts.