browse through our adult learning opportunities
PLEASE NOTE: COURSE LOCATIONS VARY
Co Create
Boatyard Bikes
Thursdays - 10.00am to 12.30pm and 1.00 to 4.00pm (same session repeated), Co Create
Join us for our weekly drop in and strip down and rebuild old motorbikes. Birthed out of a desire a space where Men can chat and build community around a communal project. No experience needed, just a willingness to muck in and meet new folks. We mainly work on Honda CG 125 as they are simple, light and parts are widely available.
We’ll be running two sessions a week on Thursdays. No need to book just come along to whichever time is best for you.
Women in the Workshop
4 week course beginning Wednesday 9th October & beginning Wednesday 6th November 2024 - 10.00am to 12.30pm, Co Create
The aim of Women in the Workshop is to give participants the tools, the knowledge and the support to achieve simple DIY tasks around the home. We believe in strengthening independence, resilience and giving women a new community.
Make by Numbers
Thursday 26th September 2024 - 9.30am to 12.30pm and 1.00 to 4.00pm, Co Create
Unlock your creativity and confidence with our woodworking course, where you'll gain essential skills and gain a practical understanding of math and measurements. Learn to work with tools and timber by crafting a beautiful chopping board with a leather tab. This hands-on course not only teaches you basic woodworking but also helps improve your numeracy skills as you measure, cut, and design. Perfect for all skill levels, our supportive environment ensures that anyone can succeed, building confidence in both carpentry and math.
Join us and transform raw materials into something uniquely yours!
Christmas Countdown Calendar
Thursday 7th November 2024 - 9.30am to 12.30pm and 1.00 to 4.00pm, Co Create
Get into the festive spirit with our special woodworking workshop, where you'll create a unique Christmas countdown piece! This hands-on course will guide you through the process of crafting a beautiful and functional Christmas decoration, perfect for counting down the days until Christmas. Alongside learning essential woodworking techniques, you'll also gain confidence in using numbers and measurements, making it a fun and educational experience.
Join us to celebrate the season and take home a handcrafted piece that adds a personal touch to your Christmas traditions!
Chop & Chat
Every Wednesday - 1.00 to 3.00pm, meet outside Rockfish Seafood Restaurant on the Quay
You are invited to our workshop on Wednesday afternoons for Chop & Chat with Nathan.
Chop & Chat is weekly drop-in session at our workshop, where men are invited to come and chop, dry and package wood for our Kind Kindling project, whilst also providing a safe and welcoming space for honest conversation and chats about life, mental health, recovery, family & everything in between. Our hope is that Chop & Chat will help reduce stigma around men’s mental health, and will help provide a non-judgemental space where men can talk, encourage and support one another over a cuppa, whilst they chop wood together.
Everyone welcome.
Hot drinks & refreshments provided.
No need to sign up, just turn up if you are interested; you are more than welcome!
Find Your Words
Every Monday - 10.00am to 12.00pm, St Stephen’s Church, EX43LW
Our poetry and spoken word course is a creative writing drop in group that runs every Monday at St Stephen’s Church. Whether you enjoy writing prose or poetry, each session is designed to be stand alone in its content so people can turn up and get involved on any given week! I believe that we all have a story we bring, experiences to muse on and words that we can share. This group exists to build community, grow in creativity and inspire us to live more wholehearted lives.
No need to sign up, just turn up if you are interested; you are more than welcome!
CoLab
Different Perspectives on Mental Health
Every Thursday, 19th September to 31st October 2024 - 2 to 4pm, CoLab
During this 6 week course, we will explore the meaning of mental distress from four very different viewpoints; the biological (including the medical model), psychological approaches, the societal perspective and a spiritual one. Each has something to offer, none has the whole story.
This is an introductory level course; no previous knowledge is assumed. It is suitable for those on a recovery journey, for those with a personal or professional interest in mental health, and those seeking to use their own lived experience to help others.
Women's Wednesdays
Every Wednesday, 25th September to 23rd October - 10.30am to 12.30pm, CoLab
Women’s Wednesdays is a new weekly group run by the Brave Spaces team at CoLab. These sessions are aimed at women who are experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage.
25th Sept - Positivity Pebbles
2nd Oct - Jewellery making
9th Oct - Flower Crafts
16th Oct - Poetry Workshop
23rd Oct - Wool Crafts
We aim to create a safe space to take part in positive activities and to connect and chat with other women. For more information about the sessions contact: colabwomen@colabexeter.org.uk
Men's Group
Tuesdays (reoccurring) - 2.00 to 4.00pm, at CoLab (Atrium)
No need to book
CoLab are hosting a men-only space with access to health checks, activities, support with mental health and recovery issues and signposting to learning and wellbeing opportunities.
The group encourages conversation, shared experience and creativity and is a safe space to bring ideas to, request advice or offer support to others.
Choosing To Move Forward - Effective Communication
Friday 25th October 2024 - 11.00am to 1.00pm, CoLab
Join us for our Choosing To Move Forward workshop focusing on Effective Communication.
Body language and first impressions. The words we use and the power of language. How to speak so that people listen.
We all communicate every day in a variety of ways, but if we want to hold someones attention, the way we communicate can really make a difference.. A good first impression gets any conversation off to a great start and it’s not just talk, talk , talk, communication is far broader than that . Why not come along and learn more about this fascinating subject.
Choosing to Move Forward - Interests and Ambitions
Friday 1st November 2024 - 11.00am to 1.00pm, CoLab
Finding a hobby or interest is not only good for our wellbeing, it can lead to lifelong friendships, business ventures, great social connections and lifelong learning. Ambitions to achieve something important to you gives a sense of purpose and meaning to our lives, but it doesn’t have to be climbing Everest or swimming the Channel, so why not come along, spark that interest, and do more of the things you enjoy.
Herstory Walking Tour
Thursday 17th October 2024 - 1pm, Meet at CoLab
Discover the hidden history of the women of Exeter on a gentle walking tour with a knowledgeable female Red Coat Tour Guide. Please note this is only open to women and is organised by Colab Women’s team. Booking required. To book on please email: colabwomen@colabexeter.org.uk
Choosing to Move Forward - Recognising opportunities
Friday 18th October 2024 - 11.00am to 1.00pm, CoLab
Learn how you could broaden your horizons, improve your self confidence and recognise new opportunities. Discover the value of hope and purpose in everyday situations and the ability to reflect upon events objectively, giving yourself time to think and reflect upon choices and opportunities.
Choosing to Move Forward - Discovering hidden skills and talents
Friday 15th November 2024 - 11.00am to 1.00pm, CoLab
Everyday skills that go unrecognised. Everyone is good at something. How to search for interesting opportunities.
Loose and Lively Sketching
Monday 21st October 2024 - 10.00am to 1.00pm, CoLab
A workshop for beginners. By studying natural objects, come and learn some new skills and gain confidence in your drawing. Using pencils, graphite, pen, ink and watercolour, we will practice drawing natural objects such as leaves, nuts, lichen, buds and birds etc. These natural objects will be used for inspiration and study throughout the morning. The aim is to loosen up your drawing and painting.
Pencils, graphite sticks, pen, ink and watercolour will be used. Exercises in mark making will be practiced to build up confidence in drawing. Stippling, hatching and light and heavy pressure will be practiced. Short exercises will help to discover how to really ‘see’ the subject.
Easy Care and Share Massage
Friday 8th November 2024 - 2.00 to 4.00pm, CoLab
Enjoy a beautifully calm end to the week. Bring a friend and learn to share a simple, relaxing massage routine. The routine is accessible to all, easy to remember and is given and received clothed and seated in a chair.
Christmas Aroma Roam
Friday 6th December 2024 - 10.00am to 12.30pm, CoLab
A guided journey into the world of aromatic plants, flowers and herbs. Experience the impact aroma has on our senses. Observe how essential oils can influence our wellbeing, inspire memories, emotions and ideas. Join us to blend a uniquely fragranced Christmas gift.
Calligraphy for Christmas – With a touch of gold
Monday 2nd December 2024 - 10.00am to 1.00pm, CoLab
Come and learn how to do Italic writing for Christmas cards, tags , poems or just for pleasure. Examples of Christmas calligraphy will be shown to the students. Simplified strokes will be practiced to establish the basic letterforms. Practicing letters in groups; zig zags, loops ,arches. Attention will be paid to students sitting position, pen angle etc. Roman capitals will be explained to go with the lower case letters used. Demonstrations will be given to the group as a whole throughout and to individual students.
Introduction to Forest Bathing
(Dates TBC)
In Japan forest bathing (Shinrin Yoku) has been practised and studied for decades. Evidence shows that time spent forest bathing is good for your overall wellbeing and reduces stress. Forest bathing immerses and focuses your senses - allowing the focus on your senses to bring you into the current moment and engage with the healing power of nature. The experience encourages a feeling of reciprocity when you feel part of being connected with other living things.
Drawing and Painting Medieval Beasts
Friday 8th November 2024 - 10.00am to 1.00pm, CoLab
A workshop for beginners to intermediate levels. Dragons, snakes, monkeys and fabulous birds climbed and flew throughout the pages of medieval manuscripts.
Come and draw or paint some medieval beasts, with tuition throughout . These can be traced or students can draw their own. Add some gold and make your own card or bookmark to take home
EXETER COLLEGE - Find Your Path: Using What You Know to Make a Change
Monday 7th October 2024 - 10.00am to 12.00pm, CoLab
Are you ready to start on a journey of self-discovery? Come along to this friendly free workshop where we'll guide you on an exploration of your natural skills and talents, helping you match them with your work, life and leisure goals.
This interactive workshop is a space for discussion and reflective activities. You will be provided with guidance and support as you explore what motivates and inspires you.
Whether you are looking for a new job; taking the first steps toward volunteering or trying to find a better work/life balance, join us for this empowering workshop to support your personal journey.
EXETER COLLEGE - A Cup for a Cuppa – Pottery Workshop
Wednesday 23rd October 2024 - 10.00am to 12.30pm, CoLab
Join artist potter Stephen Pettet-Smith on this mindful workshop to craft a clay cup. Starting with an ancient pottery technique to make a simple ‘pinch pot’, you’ll work imaginatively to create your own unique cup, complete with a handle. Using terracotta clay and colourful liquid clay called slip, your work will be fired and glazed as earthenware.
Please bring an apron, or wear clothes that you don't mind getting a bit mucky! Once your work is glazed and fired, we will meet again to admire our finished cups and drink that promised cuppa!
Booking essential.
EXETER COLLEGE - The Art of Noticing and Drawing Pets
Friday 25th October 2024 - 2.00 to 4.00pm, CoLab
This friendly and gentle workshop is for people who care for or visit a pet. Join us for two hours of drawing and painting pets and sharing stories of how our furry friends can bring companionship, joy and happiness to our lives. It's not about who can draw the best pets, it's about slowing down to draw together, and discussing how pets can help us live mentally healthier lives. Please leave your pets at home, but we do ask you to bring along a picture of your pet; or a pet you visit; or have seen in a book, TV programme or film. We will work very simply with drawing and painting, so no experience needed for this lovely workshop.
All materials provided. Booking essential.
FABLAB - 3D Digital Design – Create a 3D Standing Name Design
Friday 29th November 2024 - 10.00am to 12.00pm, FabFab Exeter Library
In this session, you will learn some 3D design skills using a free website you can then use at home. You’ll look at how 3D printing works and then see some name ideas. Then, you’ll get to create your own 3D standing name which the FabLab will 3D print for you to keep!
FABLAB - 2D Laser-cutting Vector Based-Design – Create your own Laser-cut Lidded Box
Friday 29th November 2024 - 2.00 to 4.00pm, FabFab Exeter Library
In this workshop, you will learn how to create your own vector based design using free software you can then use at home. You will create designs to be engraved onto your own wooden laser-cut box. The FabLab will then laser-cut and engrave it for you to keep following the workshop.
FABLAB - Design your own Tote-Bag
Friday 10th January 2025 - 10.00am to 12.00pm, FabFab Exeter Library
In this workshop, you will learn to use a graphics website where you can combine shapes, images and text to create your own Tote Bag Design.
The FabLab will then print it using dye-sublimation and a heat press for you to take home.
FABLAB - Design your own Laser-cut Keyring
Friday 10th January 2025 - 2.00 to 4.00pm, FabFab Exeter Library
This workshop will teach you how to use a vector based piece of software to create your own keyring design.
This will be then cut and engraved in acrylic for you to take home to keep.
POSITIVE LIGHTS - Intro to the Photographic Darkroom
Thursday 21st November 2024 - 10am to 4pm, Positive Lights
In this workshop participants will learn the basics of darkroom printing and will produce a range of beautiful analogue prints. Working with your own negatives on your own enlarger in our new darkroom you will create a contact sheet before choosing a number of images to make prints from using the enlargers.
The workshop is designed for people who are just getting into analogue photography, or those wishing to brush up on previous skills, although no previous darkroom experience is necessary.
You must bring your own processed 35mm black and white film.
Choosing to Move Forward - Recognising opportunities
Friday 22nd November 2024 - 11.00am to 1.00pm, CoLab
Learn how you could broaden your horizons, improve your self confidence and recognise new opportunities. Discover the value of hope and purpose in everyday situations and the ability to reflect upon events objectively, giving yourself time to think and reflect upon choices and opportunities.
Textile Workshop at Exeter Cathedral
Friday 25th October 2024 - 10.00am to 12.00pm, Exeter Cathedral
Come along to this fabric workshop with multi-media artist Davina Kirkpatrick, where we’ll be creating pieces to be included in a textile work to be hung in the new Exeter Cathedral Treasures Gallery. Davina’s art is concerned with ritual and story, refuge and sanctuary, and you can find out more here: www.davinak.co.uk.
Everything is provided but if you would like to bring black and white photocopies of images that are important to you, you can include them in your work. The themes of the art piece are birth (new beginnings/growth) marriage (union/love) and death (grief/loss). We will use heat transfer print processes on fabric to explore these themes. Once printed you can add stitching and other elements to your piece. Everyone will have work to take away as well as leaving a small piece with the artist that will be added into the final commission.
Exeter City Community Trust
Extra Time Hub – Social Cafe, St James Park, Grecian Centre
Every Tuesday - 10.30am to 12.00pm
Hundreds of people have joined the Extra Time hubs which are run at 11 EFL clubs. The Hubs allow people to decide which activities they want to do and not be prescribed for them. Activities vary from quizzes to arts, music and crafts and even bungee jumping! Although we are yet to see bungee jumping at St James Park! Pop in for a hot drink and a biscuit.
The sessions are a perfect way to socialise, participate in group activity and achieve higher mobility. The sessions are FREE to attend and are welcoming to all newcomers.
To find out more or attend the next session, please contact: inclusion@ecct.co.uk
Opportunity Club
Every Tuesday - 12.00 to 1.00pm, Wonford Sports Centre
Opportunity Club is a unique project in Exeter which uses football and activity to engage people who may be struggling with mental health issues, homeless or vulnerable.
The sessions are run in partnership with homeless and other support organisations, including the Amber Foundation, RISE, Julian House, CoLab and the YMCA. Previous participants have gone on to become settled and find employment thanks to the constructive environment of the Opportunity Club.
To find out more or attend the next session, please contact: inclusion@ecct.co.uk
Walking Football - Wonford
Every Tuesday - 11.00am to 12.00pm, Wonford Sports Centre (Indoor)
Walking Football is ideal for those who would like a gentle re-introduction to physical activity or who want to improve their fitness.The sessions are split into ten-minute games so participants can do as much, or as little, as they feel appropriate.
Our participants are made to feel welcome and the groups have developed long-lasting friendships. You can be as competitive as you like, with some players going on to represent Exeter City in international tournaments.
To find out more or attend the next session, please contact: inclusion@ecct.co.uk
ECI Transitions
Clear Your Clutter
Tuesday 1st, 8th & 15th October 2024 - 10.30am to 12.30pm, YMCA, St Davids
A three-part workshop designed to tackle de-cluttering. Starting with one small area, we invite you to identify what to keep, what to chuck, what to sell and give away. Next is organising your space in a way that works for you. Finally, finding strategies for keeping it that way!
Connection Reflection – with the Moorings
Monday 21st, 28th October & 4 November 2024 - 1.00 to 3.00pm, The Moorings
A three-part workshop designed for anyone who is concerned about feeling isolated and disconnected from others in their present life or immediate future. It helps you to strengthen your existing social connections and develop new ones.
Food & Mood – with LoveFood
Tuesday 12th & 19th November 2024 - 10.30am to 1.00pm, at LoveFood, Cowick Street
A two-part workshop designed to explore the relationship between what we eat and how we feel, and how we can eat healthily on a budget. We’ll having a focus on plant-based foods.
The Eddystone Trust
THRIVE HIV Awareness
Ongoing - 3 hours, Online (Zoom)
Exploring HIV stigma and discrimination and the impact this can have on people’s health and well-being. Discussing HIV transmission and medical advances this course supports individuals and services to be HIV inclusive.
Free for Devon and Torbay professionals.
The Fundamentals of Sexual Health 1
Ongoing - 3 hours, Online (Zoom)
The first of 2 sessions, we look at sex and the law including exploring consent and what can impact and influence sexual behaviour.
Free for Devon and Torbay professionals.
The Fundamentals of Sexual Health 2
Ongoing - 3 hours, Online (Zoom)
The second of 2 sessions we will be exploring why people have sex, why they may not use contraception or access testing. We will be looking at STIs, contraception and choice.
Free for Devon and Torbay professionals.
Exeter college
British Sign Language For All - Tuesday Evenings
Tuesday 10th September 2024 - 6.00pm to 8.00pm, Exeter College, Hele Road, EX4 4JS
This free* 6-week course for adults is ideal for anyone curious about British Sign Language (BSL). BSL is a visual-gestural language: it relies on handshapes, facial expressions, and body language to convey meaning and plays a vital role in communication.
This course is ideal for people who would like an introduction to BSL, who would like to learn more about the Deaf community, and/or communicate effectively with a family member, friend or colleague with hearing loss and to have fun while doing so.
*subject to eligibility, International students may need to pay a fee
British Sign Language For All - Thursday Mornings
Thursday, 12th September 2024 - 9.15am to 11.15am, Exeter Community Centre
This free* 6-week course for adults is ideal for anyone curious about British Sign Language (BSL). BSL is a visual-gestural language: it relies on handshapes, facial expressions, and body language to convey meaning and plays a vital role in communication.
This course is ideal for people who would like an introduction to BSL, who would like to learn more about the Deaf community, and/or communicate effectively with a family member, friend or colleague with hearing loss and to have fun while doing so.
*subject to eligibility, International students may need to pay a fee
British Sign Language For All - Monday afternoons
Monday 4th November 2024 - 1.00pm to 3.00pm, Exeter Community Centre
This free* 6-week course for adults is ideal for anyone curious about British Sign Language (BSL). BSL is a visual-gestural language: it relies on handshapes, facial expressions, and body language to convey meaning and plays a vital role in communication.
This course is ideal for people who would like an introduction to BSL, who would like to learn more about the Deaf community, and/or communicate effectively with a family member, friend or colleague with hearing loss and to have fun while doing so.
*subject to eligibility, International students may need to pay a fee
British Sign Language For All - Monday evenings
Monday 4th November 2024 - 5.30pm to 7.30pm, Exeter College, Hele Road, EX4 4JS
This free* 6-week course for adults is ideal for anyone curious about British Sign Language (BSL). BSL is a visual-gestural language: it relies on handshapes, facial expressions, and body language to convey meaning and plays a vital role in communication.
This course is ideal for people who would like an introduction to BSL, who would like to learn more about the Deaf community, and/or communicate effectively with a family member, friend or colleague with hearing loss and to have fun while doing so.
*subject to eligibility, International students may need to pay a fee
Fantastic Places: Pottery Fridge Magnets
Tuesday 17th September 2024 - 10am to 12.30pm, Parish Room, St David’s Church
FREE* 6-week course for adults aged 19+. Join us for this relaxing, mindful course to craft your very own set of fridge magnets. You will create images of your favourite places; places you would love to visit or places you can imagine or invent. Using terracotta clay and colourful slips ( coloured liquid clay) your work will be fired and glazed as earthenware and a magnet attached to the back.
Ideal for beginners or returners - no experience needed. All materials provided. Please bring an apron or wear clothes that you don't mind getting a little grubby!
Art Time! Colour, Collage and Mood
Tuesday 24th September to Tuesday 22nd October 2024 - 10.00am to 12.30pm, Exeter Community Centre
This relaxed and friendly course is a chance to be playful and experimental, to take some time out and try your hand at creative activities using colour as a starting point. Each week we'll try a different colour-based activity with the opportunity to follow set tasks as well as exploring your own ideas.
Does red make you feel energetic or agitated? Blue calm or sad? We all have ways we respond to colour - things we will or won't wear, or how we like a room to look and feel. We will explore colour through a range of activities including collage and collection; working with words; and painting and picture making.
Materials are provided.
Art Time! Look-See-Draw
Tuesday 24th September to Tuesday 22nd October 2024 - 1.00pm to 3.30pm, Exeter Community Centre
Lots of people want or love to draw but sometimes don't have the confidence or skills. It could be that you already draw and maybe don't take the time or space for it. This course is for you. Using a range of materials, playful approaches, experimentation and structured tasks you will develop ways of looking, seeing and drawing.
The course takes place in a light-filled art room and you will be in a small group working with a friendly and supportive tutor. All welcome, from complete beginners onwards, no experience necessary. Take time out to do some art and explore, learn or improve your skills.
Art materials provided.
Writing Flash Fiction: Creative Writing Course
Friday 27th September to Friday 25th October 2024 - 10.30am to 12.30pm, St David’s Church
Flash Fiction is a very short story. Every sentence reveals the story and often suggests a back story hidden behind the text. Here is a chance to have a go at writing some extremely short stories using a variety of prompts and guides and enjoying the fun and relaxed process of creating mini fiction. You'll be supported by our friendly tutor and perhaps your writing will spark a new creative hobby for you!
No experience is necessary for this free of charge course which runs over five Friday mornings in teh Parish Room at St David's Church in Exeter.
Creative Writing: Inspired By Nature
Tuesday 24th September 2024 - 10.30am to 12.30pm, Exeter Community Centre
We are surrounded by prompts for writing everywhere we look, no more so than our natural environment. Come along to this relaxed and friendly writing course and be inspired by various prompts to see what creative pieces you can come up with! You'll be supported by our experienced tutor and perhaps your writing will spark a new creative practice for you!
No experience is necessary .
Introduction to Bibliotherapy Skills
(10 week course) Monday 23rd September to 2nd December 2024 - 5.30 to 7.30pm, Hele Road Centre
This is an ambitious course offering unique skills to those working in community-focused organisations. Bibliotherapy uses specially chosen books to support people with their wellbeing goals. Trainees will develop bibliotherapy skills that they will be able to use to contribute to the lives of those in their workplaces and communities.
Deadline to apply is Monday 2nd September 2024.
Knit One Purl One: Beginners Knitting
Friday 8th November to Friday 29th November 2024 - 10.30am to 12.30pm, Exeter Community Centre
Join us for a fun and friendly knitting course, perfect for beginners! You’ll learn the basics of knitting, from casting on to creating simple stitches to make a cosy scarf to keep. Knitting is a mindful activity and good for mental health as we slow down and focus on each stitch. It’s also a craft using everyday number skills from adding and subtracting, to exploring patterns and geometry. Join us to knit, natter, slow down and improve our number skills along the way - and of course wear your bright new scarf home at the end of the course!
All materials provided. On completion of the course you will be able to keep your scarf.
Fabulous Fairytales: From Folklore to Modern Stories
Tuesday 5th November to Tuesday 3rd December 2024 - 10.30am to 12.30pm, Exeter Community Centre
A Creative Writing course designed to examine and consider the fairytales we know – and maybe the ones we don’t. You will be invited to re-look at these stories and ask yourself whether there is another perspective to be explored.
The course will run for 5 weeks with a follow-up 2 week class where we will bring your fairy tales to life through simple experiments in illustration.
Natural Cleaning for the Home
Monday 14th October to Monday 18th November 2024 - 1.00 to 3.00pm, St David’s Parish Room
This class will introduce you to simple ingredients you can keep in your kitchen cupboards to make low-cost, eco-friendly home cleaning products. Along with an introduction to essential oils we can add to our cleaning recipes, we’ll discuss the ways smell can enhance our moods to promote positive feelings. We’ll consider mindfulness in everyday tasks and how cleaning can be a good form of stress relief and exercise. You will have the opportunity in this class to make simple products for home use.
Scent for the Senses: Essential Oils to Enhance Wellbeing
Monday 14th October to Monday 18th November 2024 - 10.00am to 12.00pm, St David’s Parish Room
This friendly and relaxed class will introduce and explore the relationships between smells and our senses. We’ll discuss the ways smells can enhance our mood and help promote positive feelings; and look at the relationship between how the brain interprets smells and affects our memories and mood. You will also have the opportunity to make simple products using essential oils for home use.
Creative Writing: Tales from the Crypt
Friday 8th November to Friday 6th December 2024 - 10.30am to 12.30pm, St David’s Church
This course, taking place at St David’s Church, will take advantage of this atmospheric location to allow you to delve into the darkness and create your own spooky tales. Different stories and prompts will be used each week in this playful Creative Writing course.
Fabulous Fairytales Part 2: Storybook Illustrations
Wednesday 4th December to Wednesday 11th December 2024 - 10.30am to 12.30pm, Exeter Community Centre
The course is open to learners who attended our Fabulous Fairytales course and to anyone who is interested in experimenting with paper silhouettes to illustrate stories. Over two weeks we will create illustrations based on the characters, objects and settings featuring in creative writing produced as part of the course Fabulous Fairytales: From Folklore to Modern Stories. We will work with paper to explore simple and traditional techniques of marbling and silhouettes inspired by iconic illustrator Jan Pieńkowski.
The Exeter Science Centre
Exeter Science Centre is a charity running projects around the city and the region about science, tech, engineering, maths and medicine, around global issues. They’re also creating a science discovery centre for people of all ages and backgrounds, and they’d love to have your input!
Learn Devon
Functional Skills Maths
Online or at various venues across Devon
This course is for anyone who wants to improve their career prospects, gain access to further education, or to support their family with their maths skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification. This course is also ideal for anyone simply wanting to improve their maths skills for personal reasons.
Book via www.learndevon.co.uk or call 01395 223851 to talk to one of our friendly advisors
Functional Skills English
Online or at various venues across Devon
This course will help you build on the English skills you need for everyday life and work, such as writing official letters, emails and job application letters and to gain a qualification.
Book via www.learndevon.co.uk or call 01395 223851 to talk to one of our friendly advisors
Digital Skills
Online or at various venues across Devon
We offer a number of courses in Digital Skills from helping you get online to Level 2 award courses.
Book via www.learndevon.co.uk or call 01395 223851 to talk to one of our friendly advisors
ESOL Skills for Life
Online or at various venues across Devon
Accredited ESOL courses in reading, writing, speaking and listening
Book via www.learndevon.co.uk or call 01395 223851 to talk to one of our friendly advisors
Certificate in Team Leading
Friday 8th November 2024 - 9.30am to 12.30pm, St David’s Community Centre
Whether you are interested in team leadership or already in the role and want to develop your skills, this FREE Level 1 course can help you develop your knowledge and achieve a nationally recognised qualification.
Book via www.learndevon.co.uk or call 01395 223851 to talk to one of our friendly advisors
Fast Track to Customer Service
Tuesday 5th to 26th November 2024 - 1.30 to 4.30pm, Online
Are you looking for a career in customer service? This course will help you develop your skills and knowledge, recognise good customer service and how to deal with complaints. You will achieve a nationally recognised qualification.
Book via www.learndevon.co.uk or call 01395 223851 to talk to one of our friendly advisors
Employability
Online or at various venues across Devon
We offer a number of courses to help you gain confidence in finding employment.
Book via www.learndevon.co.uk or call 01395 223851 to talk to one of our friendly advisors
Libraries Unlimited
Tech Buddy
Mondays & Wednesdays - 10.00am to 12.00pm, Exeter Library
Bookable 30 minute sessions in which a librarian can help with a specific tech problem eg. Basic introduction to a device, setting up an email account etc.
Please book at the main Exeter Library desk, over the phone on 01392 407027 or via email at exeter.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk
IT Drop-in
Fridays (ongoing) - 10.00am to 12.00pm, Exeter Library
Drop-in IT help sessions where librarians can help with more general IT queries.
Free drop-in.
French Language Café at Exeter Library
Second Sunday of the month - 2.00 to 3.30pm, Exeter Library
The language cafés are coming back to Exeter Library and will meet informally in our foyer, having the chance to enjoy each other's company while conversing in a chosen language.
Free drop-in.
Exeter Pi Jam at Exeter Library
First Saturday of the month - 10.00am to 12.00pm, Exeter Library
The Raspberry Pi is a low cost, credit-card sized computer that plugs into a computer monitor or TV and uses a standard keyboard and mouse.
Raspberry Jams are independently organised community events for people to come together to learn about digital making with Raspberry Pi.
Free drop in.
Intellectual Property (IP) Drop-in Session
First Monday of the month (ongoing) - 2.00 to 3.00pm, Exeter Library
If you are looking to protect your Intellectual Property, we can show you the basics to ensure you know the ins and outs of copyright, trademarks, patents, and designs.
No booking required.
Death Cafe
Every two months, 4th Sunday of the month (ongoing) - 12.30 to 2.00pm, Exeter Library
Led by End of Life Doula Aly Dickinson, the Death Café offers a supportive and agenda-free space to discuss the taboo topic of death.
Free drop in.
Bereavement & Grief support group
Every two months, 4th Sunday of the month (ongoing) - 2.30 to 4.00pm, Exeter Library
The Bereavement and Grief Support Group, also facilitated by Aly, provides confidential emotional support to those going through similar experiences.
Book your spot at the support group by emailing alizoun@alid.co.uk
Words and Music
Thursdays - 11.00am to 12.00pm, Exeter Library
Relax with a broad sampling of musical styles or settle down to read from passages of prose & poetry.
From January, find us every Thursday from 11am to 12pm in the Rougemont Room - music one week, reading the next.
Free drop-in.
Love Food CIC
Walk & Cook Foraging Sessions
Fourth Wednesday of the month - 11.00am to 2.00pm, St Thomas Community Food Hub, EX4 1JF
Join us for a short walk to forage and harvest ingredients and then cook and eat together. We will be doing one walk a month from April - September.
£3 booking fee or free if you need it to be.
Email lovefoodcic@gmail.com or book via Eventbrite
Cooking Sessions
Usually Tuesdays or Wednesdays, St Thomas Community Food Hub, EX4 1JF
We run a variety of cooking sessions focusing on simple, affordable, tasty plant based food. Our current sessions are focused on energy saving cooking.
£3 booking fee or free if you need it to be.
Email lovefoodcic@gmail.com or book via Eventbrite
Community Lunch Club
Thursdays - 12.30 to 1.30pm, St Thomas Community Food Hub, EX4 1JF
We run a weekly ‘pay what you can’ lunch club using surplus produce. Volunteers always needed to help cook and serve the lunch. NB we normally run every Thursday, except for some school holidays.
Free or pay what you can.
Email lovefoodcic@gmail.com or book via Eventbrite
More Positive Me
Rediscovering You - A Self Care Toolkit
Anytime access course - Online
Welcome to a new approach to looking after you. Are you tired of pouring from an empty cup & need to recharge? Form the healthy habit of self-care with our new online course. Your future self will thank you.
Enter the code: Urban123 to access this course for free!
Safety of Women at Night
Anytime access course - Online
Our eCourse for the safety of women at night was built in collaboration with our SWaN Ambassadors who deliver live training in and around Exeter.
We explore all aspects of safety of women at night and this is part of a much bigger project in partnership with the Police, OPCC, Exeter City Council, Colab, Exeter University & Space.
Empowerment Course - First Quarter
Anytime access course - Online
The first three chapters of Empowerment After Domestic Abuse cover What is domestic Abuse? Why is it so hard to leave? and Childhood legacy. These sections are great for understanding domestic abuse.
Enter the code: Urban123 to access this course for free!
Awareness Raising For Hairdressers
Free anytime access course - Online
An insight into: recognising domestic abuse, holding the conversation & signposting. The first steps to becoming a Domestic Abuse Ambassador. This course has been funded by East & Mid Devon Community Safety Partnership, available to all.
Organic Arts
The Makers Group
Thursday mornings (ongoing) - 10.30am-1.30pm, organicARTS at West Town Farm, EX2 9TG
Learning about making artefacts using natural materials, this would include a variety of activities including clay work, natural dyeing, sewing, weaving etc. Many of these will be sold to help maintain the activities.
Contact makers@organicarts.org.uk if you are interested in joining.
Community Garden
Wednesdays & Fridays (ongoing) - 10.30am-4.00pm, organicARTS at West Town Farm, EX2 9TG
Being involved in growing vegetables, herbs, soft fruit and other plants as well as maintaining the rest of the garden. Also an opportunity to cook lunch for everyone using the produce we have grown and potting up plants to sell on a stall at the farm gate
Contact info@organicarts.org.uk to arrange a visit prior to starting
Sport in mind
Badminton, Table Tennis and Pickleball for Wellbeing
Every Friday - 11.30am to 12.30pm, Riverside Leisure Centre (EX4 1AF)
Fun weekly sessions, delivered by Mike, weekly sessions delivered by Tom, open to anyone over 18 experiencing mental health problems or carers.
Complete participant form here and turn up on the day, no need to book and we provide all the equipment
Tai Chi for Wellbeing
Every Tuesday - 2.30 to 3.30pm, The Mint Methodist Church Centre (EX4 3AT)
Fun gentle movement, weekly sessions delivered by Tom, open to anyone over 18 experiencing mental health problems or carers.
Complete participant form here and turn up on the day, no need to book and we provide all the equipment
St Sidwell’s Community Centre
Sidwell Scribblers
Every Friday 2.00 to 3.30pm, St Sidwell's Community Centre
Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds! Join us at Sidwell Scribblers, Exeter's new creative writing group at the vibrant St Sidwell’s Community Centre. Whether you're an aspiring novelist, a budding poet, or simply someone wanting to explore your creativity with words, our welcoming space is where your words come to life. Join and embark on a journey where every story matters and every voice is heard.
This is a free event. To register your interest in joining, please email exescribblers@icloud.com and/or al@stsidwells.org.uk
The Moorings
Devon Partnership Trust Peer Support Group
Thursdays (please call for next start date) - 2.00 to 4.00pm, The Moorings, Wonford House, EX2 5AF
A safe, welcoming and friendly group to get the support you need from people who understand. Facilitated by Peer Support Workers, who have lived experience and now use it to walk along-side others on their journey.
Call The Moorings on a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday to speak with the Peer Support Workers on 07990 790 920
Knit and Natter Group
Ongoing Thursdays - 11.00am to 12.00pm, The Moorings, Wonford House, EX2 5AF
For people who enjoy knitting and nattering and would like to come and join a group for an hour per week.
Just turn up on Thursday morning at 11am or call 07990 790 920 to enquire.
Fear Free Drop-in Session
Every Wednesday - 1.30 to 3.30pm, The Moorings, Wonford House, EX2 5AF
Domestic Abuse advice and Support drop-in session.
Call The Moorings to enquire on 07990 790 920. Alternatively just turn up during the times shown.
New Leaf Taster Activities
Every 3rd Thursday of the month - 1.30 to 3.30pm, The Moorings, Wonford House, EX2 5AF
Vocational Rehabilitation service drop-in activity sessions. Will alternate between Wood working, gardening and baking.
Call The Moorings to enquire on 07990 790 920. Alternatively just turn up during the times shown.
Housing Advice Drop-in Sessions
Every other Thursday - 1.30 to 3.30pm, The Moorings, Wonford House, EX2 5AF
Housing Officers will be available to ask advice or discuss circumstances.
Call The Moorings to enquire on 07990 790 920. Alternatively just turn up during the times shown.
Mindful Clay Group
Every Friday - 12.30 to 2pm, The Moorings, Wonford House, EX2 5AF
This group is about reducing stress and anxiety through creativity, fine motor skills, vision and imagination whilst working with clay.
Call The Moorings to enquire about spaces on 07990 790 920.
Together
Open Mic Night (Recovery Devon)
Last Saturday of the Month - 6.00pm to 9.00pm, Sidwell Street Bakehouse
A sober space event from Recovery Devon in which you can see / perform live music, comedy and poetry etc.
For more details, or if you would like to perform, call Lauren on 07890952324 or email laurensmith@together-devon.org.uk
Arts & Crafts
Mondays - 2.00 to 3.30pm, Magdalene House
Artistic activities has been shown to reduce stress levels and improve brain function. It activates different areas of the brain, encouraging new neural pathways to form, which is crucial in the recovery process.
Womens Recovery Cafe
Wednesdays - 9.30 to 11.00am, Magdalene House
A safe space for all women which is facilitated by specialist staff. Anyone welcome, come along and enjoy the delicious treats on the Recovery Cafe Menu and chat with a welcoming group.
Lived Experience Talks
Every second Thursday of the month - 3.00pm, Magdalene House and Online
Listen to inspirational recovery stories with different themes and presenters each month. Open to anyone - just drop in!
If you would like to share your story for the lived experiences talks, email laurensmith@together-devon.org.uk
Mens Recovery Cafe
Thursdays - 1.00 to 3.00pm, Magdalene House
A safe space for all Men which is facilitated by volunteers. Anyone welcome to have a non judgemental chat, PlayStation & Music! Come along and enjoy the delicious treats on the Recovery Cafe Menu and chat with a welcoming group.
Recovery Cafe
Thursdays - 10.00am to 12.00pm, Magdalene House
Enjoy some delicious treats and hot drinks from our menu. A volunteer or member of staff will be around for a friendly chat and support - all welcome just drop in.
6 A Side Football
Wednesday 30th October - 3pm, Wonford Sports Centre
Speak to your recovery worker to sign up or email laurensmith@together-devon.org.uk
Curry Club
Thursday 10th October - 11am to 1pm, Magdalene House
Celebrate International Curry week with us enjoy a delicious vegetarian curry with Chapati.
Sober Open Mic Halloween Show
Saturday 26th October - 6pm, Sidwell Bakehouse
Join us for music, comedy and food in a safe sober space.
Harvest Food Festival
Wednesday 9th October - 12pm, Magdalene House
This event is to share what we are grateful for and support the local community. Bring in food or collect food and hot apple drinks served.
Movie Club Afternoon
Thursday 24th October - 2.30pm, Magdalene House
Join us for Hot Chocolate with Marshmellows, Smores and watch the 1988 spooky classic Beetlejuice.
‘Murder’ Mystery
Thursday 31st October - 3pm, Magdalene House
Ever fancied yourself the next Sherlock Holmes? Join us this Halloween for a fun afternoon of mystery.
Service Launch Event
Thursday 17th October - 12 to 2pm, Magdalene House
Join us for lunch to learn more about the changes.
Tea Tasting
Tuseday 5th November - 10am, Magdalene House
Join us at an extra special Recovery Cafe where we will be enjoying teas from Bird & Blend.
Yoga @ Luna & Wolf
Wednesday 9th October & Wednesday 6th November - 10.30am, Luna & Wolf
10 spaces available - if you would like to attend, please discuss with your recovery worker or call Lauren on 07890952324 or email laurensmith@together-devon.org.uk