**We all love making cakes, so let’s use the half-term holidays as the perfect excuse to create something extra special!**

Whether your child is a complete beginner or already loves baking at home, we’re confident you’ll be impressed with what they achieve.

Each child can choose to make and decorate a sponge celebration cake or get super creative by designing a beautiful cupcake bouquet. During the session, we’ll take inspiration from the retro buttercream cakes currently popping up all over social media — think frills, swirls, rosettes and plenty of decorative flair.

We’ll guide them through filling,  and decorating their cakes, helping them build confidence with piping techniques and colour combinations. There will be lots of opportunity to get creative and add personal touches to make their design truly unique.

Whatever they choose, your child will enjoy a fun, creative day and leave with a stunning celebration centrepiece to be proud of (if it makes it home without being sampled!).

As with all our school holiday classes, all ingredients, snacks and drinks are provided. Lunch will be a choice of pizza, jacket potato or sandwich.

Jubilee Celebration Cake - Full Day school holiday class

Gill Myers

As ever Charlie had an amazing time at Cookery School!  He made a fabulous Jubilee cake which he bought home for all the family to enjoy, whilst he told us all about how it made it. No small accomplishment for a 10 year old!  Thanks again to you and your team Pam.  See you in the summer holidays.

Grace  Lord

My kids absolutely loved their jubilee sessions at Saddleworth Cookery School. Pam and her staff are so patient with them and they have created an unbelievably professional looking box of chocolates and  3 layer fresh cream Jubilee Crown cake. Amazing staff, lots of fun and beautiful food that’s we can all enjoy afterwards. I would thoroughly recommend!

Spring themed Cake - Full Day school holiday class

Linda Jackson

My daughter had a fabulous time here again over the Easter 🐣 holidays. Highly recommended xx

A full day to make and decorate your own spring themed cake.

Saddleworth Cookery School

These fun, informative sessions for those educated at home are suitable for children of all abilities from 9 to 16years. We focus on the child, with an emphasis on working in a relaxed environment, building cookery skills and encouraging conversations about food and healthy eating.  Classes run every other week.  Book a 'one off' session or join us for a block of 6 sessions, for a full course to develop and hone those essential cooking skills. 
Older children, and those who have already completed 2 terms of cooking with us have the opportunity to complete a BTEC Level 2 qualification.  Those completing the full course will have 2 full assessment days to complete the required controlled assessments.  
It is expected that those following the BTEC course complete some planning and evaluation work.  We will work with students to find the best way for them to record and use this.

Thursday Morning Home Ed Group 10.30am-12.30pm

Ewan McDonald

We have joined the Home Ed community here and can honestly say it's fantastic!! Our son Ewan absolutely loves these classes and wishes they were weekly!! He also likes how Pam teaches them and he looks forward to her class.
Thank you for welcoming us into your classes & group.

Ryan Knowles

Absolutely LOVED it!! 
Can’t wait to come again

steven green

S enjoys coming to the sessions,  but is a little apprehensive to begin with, with so I stop with him till he feels comfortable enough for me to go and have a coffee..
S always enjoys 
Staff are lovely and supportive 

Maureen Mannion

My son had a brilliant time very friendly staff & relaxed atmosphere highly recommend

Michelle Grantham

Very impressed yesterday, the bread my granddaughter made was gorgeous. Bella was very unsure about going to cookery school but she loves it.  Pam is lovely and it's a very relaxed atmosphere. Thankyou

Rita Cambridge 

It was fabulous you get to learn new skills great recipes and tasted delicious 

Grace Danson

My kids love the sessions at Saddleworth Cookery School, they get so much confidence from preparing the recipes. 

Reuben  Danson

I really enjoy learning new skills and bringing things home that I have made

rita cambridge

Isabella my 9yo daughter has completed 5 sessions which she has thoroughly enjoyed. Pam goes over an above to secure everyone is helped. It’s been lovely to see Isabella grow in skills and confidence over the weeks. I will definitely be signing up for more classes. 

Thursday Morning Home Educated Group 10.30am-12.30pm

Isabella

As always the class was amazing. The meal was absolutely delicious. Isabella has learned some new cutting skills and now loves Sweet and Soul Chicken. Bonus for me is she wants to cook this again for family. We absolutely love this Homeschooling Class. 

George Henshall

Fun, informative sessions for children who are educated at home.   With BTEC option for older students.

Come and join in the fun!  Using our motto of 'Healthy Eating with a bit of a treat' this is where we started all those years ago. Classes are designed especially for children interested in cooking, who want to learn new skills and have fun cooking together. Please email to check the menu for each class.
                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Thursday Afterschool Cookery Club 

Kate

What a wonderful experience! Highly recommend taking a course here. PAM is lovely and she managed to simplify the cooking process for my child with special needs. But best of all she reminded me that cooking should be fun...and not about perfection! Thank you and see you soon! 

Umaiza  Naveed 

My experience at saddleworth cookery school was exceptional. The range of courses provided ample opportunities for culinary exploration. The knowledgeable instructors and well-equipped facilities fostered a dynamic learning environment. With personalized guidance and hands-on practice, this school is an ideal choice for aspiring chefs seeking a comprehensive culinary education.

Karen Outram

Pam is absolutely amazing - my daughter has social anxiety and is Autistic. She is now fully Home Ed and came to Saddleworth cookery school at a time when she needed to find belief in herself. Pam is incredibly patient and nurturing. The Saddleworth Cookery School has really helped my daughter to understand she can learn and enjoy things despite her school experience. Highly, highly recommend

Bobby Gorman

This was a great experience, Freddy learnt lots of new skills and made some delicious things, he really enjoyed his time here and we would recommend it to anyone! Thank you 

Freddy Gorman

Fantastic place, Bobby learnt so much and really enjoyed it! Thank you 

Etta Kouzelis

My daughter absolutely loved this class, learnt new cookery skills and learnt to tidy up after herself! She’ll definitely be back in September 🙂👍 also the brownie was divine and a decent portion for all
of us to enjoy! 

Elijah Kelly

We had a brilliant time making our yummy Biryani’s. 

2 hours of cooking fun for children of all abilities from age 5-14. 

In this full day of Easter fun we will make a selection of Easter themed foods including our favourite Rabbit Pie (which, honestly doesn't include any rabbits). For Dessert we will make carrot buns/cake and then get creative decorating in an Easter theme. We will also shape some Hot Cross buns and Easter Egg pizzas.\
Lunch will be a choice of either Easter Egg pizza or Easter sandwiches and our healthy fruity Easter Egg.\
There will be plenty of food to take home to share!\
As with all our school holiday classes, all ingredients, snacks and drinks are provided. Lunch will be made during the session.

School Holiday Full Day - Easter Fun!

William Owen

William absolutely loved his first experience here.  The food he brought home was so delicious too - especially the carrot cake muffins! 

Juliette Underwood

Excellent school. Our 7 year old lad was so proud of his baking - it's taught him some great skills and shown him what food he can create. The teachers were really lovely and  supportive. Well worth it! 

Amelia Naylor

My daughter has attended several sessions and absolutely loves it. She learns new skills each time and improves. Pam has the patience of a saint and always has a smile! 
We will continue to book and highly recommend it for those who love cooking and baking 

Question 1

Do you have any dietary requirements/allergies?

Whilst your chocolate cake is baking you will get to grips with tempering chocolate and making your own Easter egg shells and filled mini eggs to top your cake.\
Home made buttercream (obviously made from our own Saddleworth Butter) or ganache (using Saddleworth Cream) will be used to fill and ice your cake and we will also show you how to create a 'drip' cake,, use 'nude icing' and piping skills. You will then have time to decorate your cake with guidance from our staff.\
A vanilla base cake can be made as an alternative, and we are able to make cakes gluten free, Please contact us to request this when booking.

Easter Egg Celebration Cake

Join us to create your own impressive Easter cake, decorated with your handmade chocolate eggs.

Easter Egg Celebration Cake Children's holiday class

Do you have any special diets or allergies we need to be aware of?

We know our youngsters like enjoy feeding their family, especially for special occasions.
In this class they will make a seasonal soup and decorated bread to serve as starter.  
For main course we will show them how to roast a chicken for Easter Sunday and serve with seasonal vegetables.  
A lovely small Simnel cake will be made for dessert, which will be decorated traditionally and packed to save for Easter Sunday.

Lunch will be a traditional Easter roast dinner.

Children will leave with:
Soup
Home made bread and a bread kit,  to make it again.
Small Simnel cake
Any herbs, spices or specialist ingredients needed to recreate the meal at home.
Recipes for all dishes.

For your Easter Sunday dinner you will just need to supply:
a chicken, piece of ham or lamb
Vegetables
Family and/or friends to share the meal with.

As with all our school holiday classes, all ingredients, snacks and drinks are provided.  Lunch will be made during the session.



School Holiday Full Day - 3 course Easter Meal

Lucy Thame

Brilliant!  My daughter loved the course and was so proud of what she'd made, particularly the simnel cake.  Thanks for a great day.

Working together we will make a 3 course meal suitable for you to recreate onEaster Sunday.  

**This holiday, we’ll be having fun creating our own Mac ’n’ Cheese dishes!**

You can’t spend a full day making Mac ’n’ Cheese… oh yes, we can!

In this full-day class, you’ll be making Mac ’n’ Cheese and more Mac ’n’ Cheese and more ……— yes, you get the idea!

We’ll start by making a classic Mac ’n’ Cheese. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll get creative, adding different ingredients to make your own version for lunch.

Our staff favourites include chorizo, onion and red pepper Mac ’n’ Cheese, and crayfish with truffle Mac ’n’ Cheese (yes, two of our absolute favourites!), but you can choose your own flavour combinations to create a delicious dish for lunch.

After lunch, we’ll show you how to make Mac ’n’ Cheese croquettes and Mac ’n’ Cheese pie. With the foundations in place, you’ll then create your own Mac ’n’ Cheese to take home. You can personalise up to four portions or make one large dish to share.  We will a have a variety of different pasta shapes and colours, lots of additional ingredients to add, a selection of cheeses and crunchy bread crumbs.

Will you make Mac n Cheese bakes, croquettes, pies — or a bit of everything?

We can’t wait for this session — we know just how adventurous our young chefs can be!  Who will invent the new Mac n Cheese?

The only thing we’re not looking forward to is cleaning the pans… so please keep the heat low and keep stirring to help us keep our sanity 🙂

Like all of our sessions, this class can be tailored to most dietary requirements. Please contact us beforehand to discuss your needs.

All ingredients and takeaway containers are provided.

Please note: dishes made in any class may be subject to change.

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This half term we will be getting creative with our Mac n Cheese.

Children's Full Day Mac n Cheese Fun

Have you notified us of any special diets or food allergies?

**This holiday, we’ll be having fun improving our meringue-making skills!**

We aim to prepare a minimum of two dishes during the day and make something savoury for lunch. Dishes are chosen according to the season and produce availability and may vary slightly.

In this full-day class, you will be making meringue kisses, a light pavlova, and Eton mess. If time allows, we may also use some of our spare egg yolks (and any eggs that didn’t separate correctly) to create a rich chocolate mousse.

As lunch can’t be just meringues, we’ll make pizza or sandwiches to enjoy together.

Your desserts will be boxed and ready to take home — although we’re certain a few may be sampled along the way!

Like all of our sessions, this class can be tailored to most dietary requirements. Please contact us beforehand to discuss your needs.

All ingredients and takeaway containers are provided.

Please note: dishes made in any class may be subject to change.

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This half term we will be having fun making different styles of meringues.

Children's Full Day Meringue madness

Some people choose yoga to relax, others turn to meditation — we prefer to make bread!

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll make three completely different types of bread: a classic yeasted loaf, a traditional soda bread, and a simple flatbread.

We’ll show you how to work with yeast and really get to know your dough. If you’ve tried breadmaking before, we’ll be on hand to answer your questions and help you refine your technique. And if you’re a complete novice, don’t worry — we’ll share our secrets to help you avoid any sticky situations!

While your dough is proving, we’ll have time to bake a traditional soda bread to take home and whip up a super-quick flatbreads to enjoy together.

Bread making for Beginners

Maxine

Better than I imagined - really enjoyed the Baking for beginners session and Pan and Louise were really helpful.

Peter Smith

Enjoyed every min of the bread making for beginners  as did my son David. Not only leant things, had fun as well and look forward to the next one very much. 

Arwel Ap Thomas

I really enjoyed the Bread Making for Beginners Class. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly and I went home with some delicious bread to share with my family. A great afternoon.

Danuta Bielinska

Had a wonderful afternoon-relaxed but productive.  Pam is an excellent teacher and gave lots of really great tips I will be using going forward. Came away with a collection of breads I (and my family!) was very pleased with and feel I have the confidence to continue bread 🥖 making on my own. I also thought the course was very good value for money

Gareth Daynes

Amazing experience, was very enjoyable and the staff were extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend and will be booking again.


Zoe Briggs

Absolutely loved my introduction to bread making the class was so relaxed & informative and has left me feeling confident to make bread at home. Fully recommend this class & can’t wait to try one of the others. Perfect way to spend an afternoon! 

Kenneth Turner

Lesson was great fun and very informative will not hesitate to take part in any other  classes on offer can’t recommend it enough.

Richard Smith

Fantastic course. Absolutely loved every minute and learned so much. I’ve successfully made bread and (probably too many) buns since attending and I suspect my children are getting as much benefit from the course as I did. Hope to come back for more courses soon.

Sandra  Savage 

We had a great afternoon yesterday 04.02.23 on our bread making course at Saddleworth Cookery School. Pam and the team are very knowledgeable and so organised. Just had a couple of Chelsea buns straight from the oven dripping in butter, delicious! I would definitely recommend this to my friends and family. Thanks to Pam and her team!

Jackie Stow

Had a brilliant day, had fun and learnt new skills - thankyou

There is nothing quite like the smell of fresh, homemade bread!

These classes will have your teenager creating complex dishes from the very first session.  They will learn how to follow a basic recipe and how to make a variety of savoury and sweet dishes.  We encourage teenagers to try new foods and to consider nutrition when choosing dishes. 
These sessions can also be used to build  and record skills for the Duke of Edingburgh Award.
The class starts at 4.30pm but children arriving by public transport/school bus are more than welcome to arrive early - we even a dedicated area to do homework before the class starts.

Recipes can be adapted to meet any dietary requirements and children with additional needs are also welcome on the classes - please contact us to discuss this at the time of booking.

Those attending these sessions also have the opportunity to complete a BTEC Level 2 Home Cooking Skills qualification.  To be entered your child will need to attend a minimum of 30 sessions and be aged 14 or above when entered.  There is an additional charge for the qualification, please contact us for further details.

Please note, class charges now include VAT.

Teenchef | Afterschool Cookery Sessions

nicola ashworth

My daughter loved her time at Teenchef.  The leader was amazing with her (additional needs) very friendly and approachable.  The other children were very support towards her.   Without a doubt I would recommend this class to anyone who is interested in cooking.  5 star given  x

Harry Nolan

I really enjoyed myself and am looking forward to coming again

Alfie Weir

Alfie loved it and it helped gain some experience in cooking which he’s lacking in

Natalie Liddle

Love teenchef, I’ve learnt so many life skills. Thanks Pam 

Lucy Shaw

Excellent teen chef classes with enthusiastic teachers and tasty dishes. 

Joseph  Liddle

Enjoyed these classes as part of my Duke of Edinburgh programme. 

Charlene Berry

Great Place, Really helpful and supportive. 


Amy  Grayshan

Amy had a wonderful time , she was laughing and giggling with her partner. She produced some lovely soup with croutons and we hope to meet up with you again to improve her skills further

Charlie Chitty

Tracey Williamson

My grandson has been attending Pam's classes for almost 2 years and there is no place he would rather be.  Pam is an amazing teacher with the patience of a saint, Pam's enthusiasm is infectious, nothing is too much trouble for her, she is immensely passionate about teaching and engaging our youth, regardless of ability.  I would have no hesitation in recommending Pam's classes.

Sarah Sheppard

Brilliant classes. Very accommodating for gluten free cooks

Mysha Hussain

The set up is perfect for the children and very spacious. My daughter is a shy person so I told Pam this however she didn’t get her involved much and make her feel at ease. 

A fun-packed 2 hour session developing confidence and independence in cooking. 

Make, roll, fill and shape your own pasta. In this fun 'hands on' session you will make your own pasta dough from scratch and use a pasta machine. You will then make filled pasta , linguini and tagliatelle and at least two sauces to compliment your pasta

Three hours of fun making, shaping and cooking pasta. You will also make fillings and sauces to complete your dishes.

We will then sit and eat some of the food made to complete our pasta experience.

Fillings and sauces can be meat, fish based or vegetarian.

Pasta Making

Learn how to make pasta dough from scratch and use a pasta machine.

Getting to grips with the basics or improving your culinary skills, our Adult Cookery Club will introduce you to different dishes and improve your confidence in the kitchen. you will not only leave with plenty of hints and tips, but also some great food to enjoy at home. Book individual sessions, or make the most of our 'discount block', when booking over 5 sessions.

Upcoming sessions:

19th January - Low calorie, high flavour meals

2nd February - Pasta Making

2nd March - Pies and pasties

16th March - Tapas

27th April - choux pastry and rough puff pastry (can be savoury or sweet)

11th May - Theme TBC

1st June - Theme TBC

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Previous sessions have included:

Quiche and Tart aux Citron, , Rough puff pastry and hot water crust pastry (sausage rolls and pork pies), Dinner Party dishes, Easy evening meals, Basic breadmaking, curry, traditional side dishes, Party side dishes, Dinner Party desserts, Creme Brûlée and choclolate or fruit mousse, Thai curry and rice side dishes, Bread (savoury), Christmas pudding and alternative, Christmas side dishes and starter

Please note- We usually break for school holidays and bank holidays.

Adult's Cookery Club

Dominic Page

Attended my 1st class at Saddleworth Cookery School on Monday 18th October. From walking onto the premises, I was made to feel welcome immediately. Wonderfully friendly staff, who have a method of teaching that is equally informative and relaxed. We made Paella and other side dishes which I had not previously attempted. A small group of people started the evening as strangers, but by the end of the session, we were talking and laughing like old friends. I will be booking again for the next session. Anyone keen to improve their cooking skills, please attend a class here - it’s brilliant 👍👍👍

Nicola Donnelly

Great lesson, Pam is lovely and explained everything so I felt confident in what I was doing.
Will definitely be booking again 

Helen Cooper

Date night with a difference. This was a lovely way for my husband and I to spend a few hours together and pick up some new skills. A really nice relaxed class and Pam explained everything really well. Everything was provided and all of the produce was of the best quality. We ended up with a delicious cheese and onion pie and French onion soup and we will definitely be back! Thank you!! 

Claire Byrne

Brilliant session, very well organised and teaching was clear and precise 😁 
Definitely worth it 🌟

Kathy Howard

Another fantastic cooking class thank you Pam. One of the best dishes I've made. We made paella and baked cheese empalada so tasty.

Athar Mahmood

Polite, Relaxed, Professional, Helpful, Accommodating and very friendly.
Helped me in getting good enough in the kitchen to cook for myself and my friends with confidence.

Joanne  Sloan

The Monday evening classes have been really informative and such good fun!

John Rayner

Great facilities, tutors and delivery. I will definitely come again.

Matthew Laver

The course was really fun and interesting. Everyone was really welcoming and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to get better at their cooking. 

Ann Reynolds 

Had a great evening making bread and enjoying the company of Pam and Louise.
We will definitely be doing another class ! 
Would recommend  everyone to try a class and learn a new skill. 
Thanks Pam

Abdul Sattar

Very good experience for a novice like me

Alan Buckley

Great experience without feeling judged.
Given time and encouragement to make the best what I could do.
Easy going atmosphere and all amenities available. Great preparation so no issues of looking lost. 
Really recommend you give them a try. You won't be disappointed.....I got it as a gift a very welcomed surprise and I'm no cook.

Lovely experience again. A relaxing and enjoyable evening. Easily understood the steps for making pasta and succeeded 

David Eckersley 

Antony Kershaw

Excellent evening, informing and entertaining. Who would think you could enjoy making sausages so much!!

kath ashton

I have been cooking for a family for 50 yrs and I learned something at the class,just goes to show you that you can still learn something.

Chris Green

It was brilliant. My Dad gave me 9/10 for my scotch egg!

Becky Halkyard 

We really enjoyed our session! Everything was so easy to follow and I’ve made scotch eggs several times since- Would never have attempted to make them before! Loved it and we are booked back in for September. 

Sonia Barton

Really enjoyed the session. Great atmosphere, easy to follow. Look forward to future sessions.

Stewart Moxon

Comfortable relaxed and thoroughly enjoyable evening learning how to make pasta and sauces. Ideal for beginners and more experienced. Looking forward to another event. 

Sharon Ellis

Great class!   learned how to make pasta from scratch.

Clair Travis

These courses are great.  Pam and Louise really make you feel welcome. The courses are designed to be fun yet informative.  The night is interactive and relaxed. Nothing is too much trouble for pam and louise ( and their very helpful assistants). They are more than happy to explain anything you need, or assist if you fancy trying something a little more challenging within the recipes.  They are all very kind and always strive to make it an enjoyable  course for everyone. Brilliant place for any enthusiastic cook and for those tipping their toes into home cooking.   So many handy tips and no question is a silly question.  A gem of a cookery school.

Simon Arch

Great curry cooking class, learnt a few new techniques, tips and tricks. In a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. 

Always brilliant!  This time i learnt how to make a rogan josh and flat bread from scratch.  Pam gives you great hints and tips 👌🏻

Rebecca Keeley

I attended make a curry adult cookery class it was absolutely fantastic . I can highly recommend Saddleworth cookery school it was such a brilliant evening i loved it . Pam is a great teacher and makes you feel so relaxed and confident. I leant so many great tips and bought home the most wonderful curry , flatbread, homemade Samosa’s and a lamb kebab my husband loved it all thank you so much cant wait for next class.

Karen Naylor

Great session. Will definitely go again.  

Jackie Suggit

I attended the quiche/tarte au citron making course. Excellent instruction and the resulting food was amazing! Thank you.

Gillian Moorhouse

Attended the pasta session which was fab as are all the sessions at Saddleworth Cookery school.

Ian Moore

Had a great time making quiche and tart au citron. Easy to follow instructions and you get to take some nice food home. Highly recommend 

Jackie Suggitt

I now have the knowledge of how to use my own pasta machine with confidence. Great course and a great laugh. Thanks Pam. 

Gina halliwell

We attended the adult cookery class! It was great fun and we learned such a lot! The ladies are so friendly and helpful! we will book again! A great way to spend and evening! Thank you to all the team xx

Another fabulous night at Saddleworth cookery school. Learn lots of new tips and made a fabulous beef Wellington, scallops along with a chicken dish and mackeral pate. 👌

Amanda Crawshaw

lovely welcoming atmosphere and great tuition and materials

Joseph  Doyle

Was a wonderful session. I’m useless at cooking but Pam’s recipes and session was easy to follow. I left with a lot more confidence and lots of ideas. Will definitely book again.

Fantastic course with a variety of tasty bread products made (and they really went down well at home). I love coming along for a few hours of relaxation. Thank you..

Lorraine Batty

We had a great time and learnt so much. I can strongly recommend a visit.

Getting to grips with the basics or improving your culinary skills, our Adult Cookery Club will introduce you to different dishes and improve your confidence 