Make time for you this September

Whether you want to get creative, learn a new skill, meet like-minded people or simply try something different, our leisure courses are designed to fit around your life.

From pottery and photography to floristry, cookery and languages, you'll learn from expert tutors in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

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Leisure Activities

Discover a new hobby, unleash your creativity or simply make time for yourself.

Our leisure courses are designed to help you explore your interests in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Whether you want to learn a language, try pottery, improve your photography skills, explore floristry or enjoy a cookery class, you'll learn from experienced tutors alongside like-minded people.

Whether you come with a friend or on your own, you'll be welcomed into a supportive community and have the opportunity to learn something new.

Learning for Leisure

Learn for your future

Looking to retrain, gain a qualification or progress in your career?

Our professional and employability courses help adults develop practical workplace skills, achieve recognised qualifications and improve career prospects.

Whether you're returning to work, changing career or looking to advance in your current role, we offer flexible learning designed around your goals.

From essential skills and professional qualifications to industry-focused training, we'll help you take the next step with confidence.

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Get Creative

Pottery
Drawing & Painting
Printmaking • Photography
Creative Writing

Learn Practical Skills

DIY Workshops
Bricklaying
Dressmaking
Excel

Discover Something New

Languages
Floristry
AI Workshops
Copilot Courses

Food & Drink

Cookery Workshops
International Cooking

I’d always enjoyed taking photos but never really understood how to get the best from my camera. The course was friendly, relaxed and packed with practical tips. I’m now far more confident and taking photographs I’m genuinely proud of.

Josh

Photography student

Information, Advice, and Guidance Service

We also offer an impartial information, advice, and guidance service to help you make informed decisions about your learning and career options.

If you have any questions, please email us at acl@oaklands.ac.uk or call 01727 737154.

Please note: If you wish to cancel your place or transfer to another course, we require 14 days’ notice. This is to minimise the risk of courses becoming unviable as a result of cancellations/ transfers. The College reserves the right to make changes to courses, including postponements or cancellations. We will notify you as soon as any changes are required.