
We are delighted to be able to offer a exciting range of courses from our Stoke Lodge Kitchen. Groups are small (we are a beautiful but compact space!)
We have a fantastic range of cookery workshops on offer this year. In just a few hours you can explore a new cuisine and try your hand at some great new recipes.
If you fancy middle eastern flavours our Mezze workshop is perfect, get started with Bread Making, try a taste of Thailand or Vietnam, or explore Batch Cooking to save time. See the full selection below.
Dietary Requirements and Allergies
When enrolling on a cookery course, please tell us if you have any dietary requirements, allergies, or intolerances. Providing this information at the point of enrolment helps us plan effectively and gives us the best chance of accommodating your needs.
We will make every reasonable effort to support dietary requirements; however, we cannot guarantee that course content or recipes can be fully adapted. Some adjustments may not be possible depending on the cuisine, the ingredients required, or the structure of the session. Substituting ingredients may also affect the preparation process, timings and final result.
Please be aware that other learners may use ingredients you cannot consume, and despite thorough cleaning and precautions, we cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment. Many pre-packaged items (e.g. spices, icing sugar, chocolate ) may also carry ‘may contain’ warnings due to factory handling. If specialist ingredients are needed, an additional change may apply.
If you are unsure whether a particular course can meet your needs, please contact us before booking and we will be happy to advise.
Please note: If allergies or dietary requirements are disclosed only upon arrival, same day adaptations cannot be made. In these situations, learners will be asked to sign a same day disclaimer before taking part in the session.
Courses 2026/27
Inspired by the Mediterranean (C1AS)
Description: Let’s travel together to Greece, Italy and Spain as we create a variety of hot, cold, veggie and meat dishes inspired by the bountiful ingredients of the Mediterranean.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 22 Sep 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreIntroduction to Japanese Cooking (C4AS)
Description: Learn some of the fundamentals of Japanese cooking while exploring some of Japan’s most popular and well-loved dishes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 29 Sep 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreMiddle Eastern Mezze (C7AS)
Description: Transport yourself to the souks and be inspired by the flavours, ingredients and spices of the Middle East as you learn how to create a variety of mezze dishes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 06 Oct 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreIntroduction to French Cooking (C10AS)
Description: Master classic French techniques as we explore and prepare authentic regional dishes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 13 Oct 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreFlavours of Turkey (C13AS)
Description: Experience the vibrant flavours of Turkish cuisine while learning traditional techniques used in everyday regional cooking.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 20 Oct 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreA Taste of Vietnam (C16AS)
Description: Come and explore the vibrant Vietnamese street food scene as we prepare fresh, fragrant dishes packed with flavour.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 03 Nov 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-12:45 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Last few Fee: £40 (Concession: £30)
Find Out MoreBread Masterclass (C18AS)
Description: Take a deep dive into the world of bread-making. We’ll be getting hands on with a variety of doughs and techniques as we get to grips with breadmaking processes to create some stunning bakes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 07 Nov 2026 (Autumn) Times: Saturday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreKnife skills for confident cooking (C21AS)
Description: Build confidence in the kitchen by mastering essential knife skills, focusing on safe, efficient chopping techniques that form the foundation of everyday cooking.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 10 Nov 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-13:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £60 (Concession: £45)
Find Out MorePasta Masterclass (C23AS)
Description: Learn the art of making fresh pasta from scratch, exploring both traditional egg and semolina doughs while creating a variety of shapes and filled pastas.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 17 Nov 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreInspired by India (C29SA)
Description: Inspiration, recipes and hands-on practice to create mains, breads and side dishes inspired by India. Make delicious, flavour-packed dishes using an array of spices, pulses and vegetables.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 24 Nov 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreOne chicken, five dishes (C32SA)
Description: Learn how to joint and make the most of every part of a whole chicken. We’ll create a delicious recipe to get the best out of each piece of chicken and learn thrifty tips along the way.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 01 Dec 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreChristmas Pies and Tarts (C28SA)
Description: There’s more to Christmas baking than mince pies. We’ve got your Christmas celebrations covered with some exciting savoury centrepieces, desserts and sweet treats in our festive pies and tarts session.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 08 Dec 2026 (Autumn) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreVegetarian Christmas Cooking (C35SA)
Description: This Christmas cookery class will guide you through how to cook the perfect Christmas Lunch with all the trimmings with lots of tips and ideas for vegetarian dishes and how to create a stress-free Christmas lunch.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 15 Dec 2026 (Autumn Breaks) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreA Taste of Thailand (C26AS)
Description: In this Thai taster session, learn how to make Thailand’s national dish, Pad Thai, as well as a vibrant, fresh and crunchy Som Tam salad.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 12 Jan 2027 (Spring) Times: Tuesday 10:30-12:45 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £40 (Concession: £30)
Find Out MoreIntroduction to French Cooking (C11AS)
Description: Master classic French techniques as we explore and prepare authentic regional dishes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 19 Jan 2027 (Spring) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreIntroduction to Japanese Cooking (C5AS)
Description: Learn some of the fundamentals of Japanese cooking while exploring some of Japan’s most popular and well-loved dishes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 26 Jan 2027 (Spring) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreFlavours of Turkey (C14AS)
Description: Experience the vibrant flavours of Turkish cuisine while learning traditional techniques used in everyday regional cooking.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 02 Feb 2027 (Spring) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreBread Masterclass (C19AS)
Description: Take a deep dive into the world of bread-making. We’ll be getting hands on with a variety of doughs and techniques as we get to grips with breadmaking processes to create some stunning bakes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 06 Feb 2027 (Spring) Times: Saturday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreMiddle Eastern Mezze (C8AS)
Description: Transport yourself to the souks and be inspired by the flavours, ingredients and spices of the Middle East as you learn how to create a variety of mezze dishes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 09 Feb 2027 (Spring) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreInspired by India (C30SA)
Description: Inspiration, recipes and hands-on practice to create mains, breads and side dishes inspired by India. Make delicious, flavour-packed dishes using an array of spices, pulses and vegetables.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 02 Mar 2027 (Spring) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MorePasta Masterclass (C24AS)
Description: Learn the art of making fresh pasta from scratch, exploring both traditional egg and semolina doughs while creating a variety of shapes and filled pastas.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 06 Mar 2027 (Spring) Times: Saturday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreInspired by the Mediterranean (C2AS)
Description: Let’s travel together to Greece, Italy and Spain as we create a variety of hot, cold, veggie and meat dishes inspired by the bountiful ingredients of the Mediterranean.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 09 Mar 2027 (Spring) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreOne chicken, five dishes (C33SA)
Description: Learn how to joint and make the most of every part of a whole chicken. We’ll create a delicious recipe to get the best out of each piece of chicken and learn thrifty tips along the way.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 16 Mar 2027 (Spring) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreKnife skills for confident cooking (C22AS)
Description: Build confidence in the kitchen by mastering essential knife skills, focusing on safe, efficient chopping techniques that form the foundation of everyday cooking.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 23 Mar 2027 (Spring) Times: Tuesday 10:30-13:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £60 (Concession: £45)
Find Out MoreA Taste of Vietnam (C17AS)
Description: Come and explore the vibrant Vietnamese street food scene as we prepare fresh, fragrant dishes packed with flavour.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 20 Apr 2027 (Summer) Times: Tuesday 10:30-12:45 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £40 (Concession: £30)
Find Out MoreBread Masterclass (C20AS)
Description: Take a deep dive into the world of bread-making. We’ll be getting hands on with a variety of doughs and techniques as we get to grips with breadmaking processes to create some stunning bakes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 24 Apr 2027 (Summer) Times: Saturday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreIntroduction to Japanese Cooking (C6AS)
Description: Learn some of the fundamentals of Japanese cooking while exploring some of Japan’s most popular and well-loved dishes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 27 Apr 2027 (Summer) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreInspired by the Mediterranean (C3AS)
Description: Let’s travel together to Greece, Italy and Spain as we create a variety of hot, cold, veggie and meat dishes inspired by the bountiful ingredients of the Mediterranean.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 11 May 2027 (Summer) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreIntroduction to French Cooking (C12AS)
Description: Master classic French techniques as we explore and prepare authentic regional dishes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 15 May 2027 (Summer) Times: Saturday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreMiddle Eastern Mezze (C9AS)
Description: Transport yourself to the souks and be inspired by the flavours, ingredients and spices of the Middle East as you learn how to create a variety of mezze dishes.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 18 May 2027 (Summer) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreFlavours of Turkey (C15AS)
Description: Experience the vibrant flavours of Turkish cuisine while learning traditional techniques used in everyday regional cooking.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 25 May 2027 (Summer) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MorePasta Masterclass (C25AS)
Description: Learn the art of making fresh pasta from scratch, exploring both traditional egg and semolina doughs while creating a variety of shapes and filled pastas.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 08 Jun 2027 (Summer) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreOne chicken, five dishes (C34SA)
Description: Learn how to joint and make the most of every part of a whole chicken. We’ll create a delicious recipe to get the best out of each piece of chicken and learn thrifty tips along the way.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 22 Jun 2027 (Summer) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreInspired by India (C31SA)
Description: Inspiration, recipes and hands-on practice to create mains, breads and side dishes inspired by India. Make delicious, flavour-packed dishes using an array of spices, pulses and vegetables.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 29 Jun 2027 (Summer) Times: Tuesday 10:30-14:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £75 (Concession: £55)
Find Out MoreA Taste of Thailand (C27AS)
Description: In this Thai taster session, learn how to make Thailand’s national dish, Pad Thai, as well as a vibrant, fresh and crunchy Som Tam salad.
Tutor: Sarah Alder Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 06 Jul 2027 (Summer) Times: Tuesday 10:30-12:45 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £40 (Concession: £30)
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