January 2026 Adult Community Learning – Free Courses

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You must be 19+ to sign up to these courses - Book your place today on 07743 170895

Furniture Upcycling - FREE one day course to learn how to restore old furniture using paint, stencils and decoupage. All materials included.

Selling on Vinted - Join us for two relaxed, two-hour sessions packed with practical tips and techniques to help you sell your unwanted clothes successfully. Turn pre-loved items into extra cash with confidence.

Introduction to using Smartphones - Course content includes understanding the basic functionality and features of a smartphone, terminology, setting up and downloading apps.

Confidence Building - Boost your confidence and take the next step toward the future you want with our friendly and informal Confidence Building & Personal Development course.

Art Journaling - Take a deep dive into Art Journaling for wellbeing - learning to keep a sketchbook in the way that artists use a sketchbook. You will physically make your own sketchbook with a simple bookbinding technique - then watch it grow as you explore processes and experiment with visual imagery through drawing, collage, painting, and writing.

Car Care - A FREE hands-on one-day workshop to give you the essential skills every driver needs to save money and driver safer.

Driving Theory - This course will help learners prepare for their driving theory test using approved resources and practice materials.

Wellbeing Sessions - Join us for six informal, friendly two-hour sessions designed to explore ways to boost your wellbeing. We'll cover what causes stress, the impact it can have, and practical strategies to feel better using the **5 Ways to Wellbeing**.

Get involved in a variety of group discussions and fun, hands-on activities including: Healthy eating tips, refreshing walks and nature strolls, practical wellbeing activities like gardening, plants, and natural crafts.

Bike Maintenance - Empower Your Ride - join this FREE one day course to learn how to fix punctures, adjust brakes and gears, oil chains and undertake pre-ride safety checks. Includes FREE full bike repair kit.

AI on your CV - In this FREE practical 3-hour workshop, you’ll discover how AI is changing recruitment - and how you can use it to your advantage. You’ll learn how to:

Understand how employers use AI in recruitment

Easy ways to improve your CV and cover letters using AI tools

Prepare for interviews with smart AI support

Staying Safe Online for Families - This two-hour course helps parents and carers understand the benefits and risks of children and teenagers going online. It includes discussion about online gaming and social media as well as helping children, teenagers and parents prevent, identify and report dangerous online behaviour.

Household Budgeting - Take control of your money with our FREE 2-hour course designed to make budgeting simpler and more achievable.

Plan a realistic budget that fits around your income

Understand the difference between essential and flexible spending

Spot opportunities to cut food costs

Reflect on your own habits and find strategies that work for you

This course is perfect for anyone wanting to feel more confident in managing their household finances and learn budgeting skills for everyday life.

You must be 19+ to sign up to these courses - Book your place today on 07743 170895