Discover a new skill in January.

Try January provides the opportunity to explore a number of courses on offer at East Riding Council’s

Adult Learning Centre in Beverley.

The short sessions are perfect for anyone looking for inspiration, seeking a new hobby or wanting to

make friends. With a relaxed and positive approach from the staff, anyone is welcome.

The choice of free to attend creative courses include dressmaking, creative writing and photography.

Those seeking to explore family and health matters there are variety of options to consider such as

mindfulness, neurodiversity, and mental health sessions. Courses run during the day and evenings at

the Burden Road centre in Beverley. Other dates are available in Bridlington, Cottingham, and Goole.

A spokesperson from the Adult Learning team based explained how the experience is different to

school: “No one wants to go back to school. That’s not what we do here. It’s nothing like that. It

doesn’t matter if someone wants to improve their maths to get a better job, learn Spanish, write a

novel, or get to grips with tricky mobile phone apps. It’s all about making friends and building

confidence. There’s absolutely no pressure.”

A new offer for learners to explore is the Financial Literacy pathway. This new offering aims to

improve budgeting and money management.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council leader Councillor Anne Handley said: “East Riding Adult Services

provide vital learning opportunities, and the financial literacy courses can play an invaluable role in

helping people manage their money and improve their skills. I encourage interested residents to sign

up and take advantage of the courses on offer.”

Classes are available to view and sign up online via the website:

https://www.campaign.eastriding.org.uk/ or by calling or Beverley (01482) 887670

Information By Michelle Horst