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Discover new passions. Build confidence. Meet great people.
Evenings are the perfect time to unwind, explore something new, and invest in yourself. Our adult leisure and hobby courses are designed to help you discover fresh interests, develop practical and creative skills, and connect with others in a relaxed, friendly environment. Whether you're looking to boost your confidence, pick up a new hobby, or simply enjoy learning for fun, there’s something here for you.
Learn a New Language
Develop your communication skills, travel with confidence, or simply enjoy the challenge of learning something different. Our evening language classes are welcoming, supportive, and we offer different ability levels to suit beginners and more advanced learners.
- Spanish
- French
- German
- British Sign Language (BSL)
- Alt-P (Screen Print)
- Painting and Drawing
- Creative Writing
- Carpentry
Student
Michelle says... Getting qualifications, advice on CVs, job applications etc but most importantly the opportunity to develop office skills by volunteering led to me getting a full time permanent job
Careers
- Great way to learn additional skills in an area you are passionate about.
Student
Emily says... I went from just doing the school run to out every day getting qualifications – and I enjoyed it! I’ve now got Level 2s in English, maths and ICT and am enrolled for a course at college in September
Key Facts
- Comprehensive range of courses available at our main site.
Facilities
- Hair and beauty salons
- State-of-the-art media facility The Hive
- 250-seat professional theatre