General Quotes

"Amazing venue, amazing people, amazing week. How did we ever survive before Druidstone? It’s a one-stop shop for marketers and exactly the sort of sustainable investment the arts in N Ireland needs. The crossbar for arts marketing has been raised and now it’s our job to raise our game back at work."

"The course was great; condensed marketing boot camp. Essential skills, information and practice for all arts marketers."

"The Essentials of Marketing course was invaluable to my professional development. It should be a regular feature in arts marketing training in Northern Ireland."

"The whole Druidstone experience has been heartfelt. I don’t want to lose these bonds when I go back to my solo marketing post in my organisation."

"I was cynical about taking a week out of the office to learn theory. How wrong I was. I feel I’ve had a real investment in me. At times the course was as exhilarating and tiring as looking after a child. One minute you think is this ever going to stop, can my brain stop going into overdrive and at the same time it’s the sheer delight of knowing I did that, I understand that. It’s very hard to describe the feelings I have of going away knowing I’ve made 12 new friends and that very quickly a team came together. Thank you!"

"I would recommend the course wholeheartedly to anyone working in arts marketing in the early part of their career, or needing guidance in practical planning, strategy and tools. I’d love to do it all again!!! Well done to all concerned in planning and running the course – the passion and dedication given to every aspect has been very apparent and made for a really wonderful week – thank you!!"

"The course has equipped me with a good understanding of arts marketing techniques which will enable me to return to work more confident in my day-to-day duties. I enjoyed the course totally. Networking opportunities – invaluable. I would strongly recommend the course."

"Thank you for the opportunity. I’ve learnt so much which is such a huge benefit to me and the company I work for."

"The best experience of my career. Thank you."