Artisan Short Courses

Our short course programme supports participants to build practical capability in their chosen area of artisan food‑making, grounded in a strong understanding of traditional methods.

We offer a wide range of hands‑on courses taught by world‑class tutors, all set within the unique surroundings of the beautiful Welbeck Estate in North Nottinghamshire.

Our short courses range from half-day sessions to week-long immersive programmes, covering a wide range of artisan skills. These include bread baking, patisserie, viennoiserie, pizza making, dairy production, chocolate making, butchery, charcuterie, pie making, ice cream, fermentation, and pickling. We also offer courses for those who want to start their own microbakery.

October 2026

Create Your Own Artisan Sausages (AM)

There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of making your own sausages. From selecting the right cuts of meat to balancing seasonings and creating unique flavour combinations, sausage making combines traditional craft with creativity and practical skill. On this hands-on half-day course, you’ll learn how to make artisan sausages from scratch under the guidance of expert […]

09 Oct

09:00 - 12:30

£125.00

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Italian Baking and Pizza Making

Immerse yourself in the flavours and traditions of Italian baking on this hands-on course with renowned baker, author and tutor Emmanuel Hadjiandreou. From the rustic breads of the Italian countryside to beautifully crafted pizzas, you’ll discover the techniques and ingredients that have made Italian baking famous around the world. Throughout the day, you’ll learn how […]

09 Oct

09:00 - 16:30

£220.00

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Pig in a Day

On this hands-on one-day course, you’ll work alongside experienced butcher and meat expert Andrew Sharp. Drawing on decades of experience in both the meat trade and farming, Andrew will guide you through the process of butchering a side of pork, helping you understand the different cuts, their uses and the techniques needed to prepare them. […]

09 Oct

09:00 - 16:30

£235.00

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Make Your Own Pork Pie and Scotch Eggs (PM)

There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about a hand-raised pork pie or a perfectly made Scotch egg. These much-loved British classics have been enjoyed for generations, combining simple ingredients with traditional techniques to create delicious savoury treats that are equally at home on a picnic table, buffet spread or family lunch. On this hands-on half-day course, you’ll […]

09 Oct

13:00 - 16:30

£125.00

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Introduction to Viennoiserie

Join renowned baker, author and tutor Emmanuel Hadjiandreou for this hands-on one-day introduction to viennoiserie. Guided by Emmanuel’s expert tuition, you’ll learn the essential techniques behind producing beautifully laminated pastries, from selecting quality ingredients and preparing doughs to laminating, folding, rolling and shaping. Throughout the day, you’ll gain practical experience creating a range of classic […]

10 Oct

09:00 - 16:30

£240.00

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Venison in a Day

Learn how to butcher and prepare lean, sustainable venison on this hands-on course, using deer from the Welbeck Estate. On this practical one-day course you’ll learn all about the flavour and versatility of venison, mastering the skill of butchering a deer and creating your own venison dishes. Guided by Andrew Sharp and using both […]

10 Oct

09:00 - 16:30

£235.00

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