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The Cookery School is located on Bere Farm. Our neighbouring beef farm was recently seen on ITV's Hungry Sailors. Find us on Google Maps ›
The Cookery School is located on Bere Farm. Our neighbouring beef farm was recently seen on ITV's Hungry Sailors. Find us on Google Maps ›
The Cookery School
Inspirational hands-on cookery courses taught by professional chefs, qualified teachers and food experts.
Whether you are learning for the first time, renewing your confidence, searching for inspiration or looking to polish your skills. Try the new course planner.
Our Courses
Summer Kitchen ›
Fun, colourful and great tasting recipes to inspire you this summer and impress your friends.
Garden Kitchen ›
Taste the difference as we explore herbs from a garden and kitchen perspective.
Desserts (souffle) ›
Here we tackle the art of a perfectly risen hot soufflé and also how to make a chilled soufflé.
Perfect Pastry ›
Is there anything more satisfying than making and baking the perfect pastry?
Smoking ›
Traditional smoking methods across all food types using apple and oak wood chippings.
Summer Demonstration ›
An inspirational display of Summer recipes, cookery tips and lots of tastings – only £25!
Pastry Plus ›
Extend your knowledge and master advanced pastry techniques.
Thai Cookery ›
Promoting fragrant and healthy recipes in the making of beautifully balanced Thai style dishes.
Knife Skills ›
Here we learn practical cutting techniques with a variety of kitchen knives, including how to sharpen!
Fish & Shellfish ›
With a bounty of seafood on our doorstep we explore practical skills for preparation and the cooking of sustainable fish.
Fish & Shellfish Extra ›
Join this master class to discover exciting new ways with local seafood.
Thai Plus ›
New Thai recipes with a slightly hotter taste!
Italian 1 ›
Cooking with passion! Italian inspired recipes and techniques, covering both savoury and sweet dishes.
Italian 2 ›
With an extra appetite for Italian food we look at recipes and techniques for making ravioli, polenta and gnocchi.
Bread Making 1 ›
Discover artisan techniques of bread making using the simplest of ingredients.
Bread Making 2 ›
Expand your bread making repitiore with this therapeutic bread course.
Just Sauces 1 ›
Here we look at the art of making both savoury and sweet sauces that can be used for a wide range of dishes.
Just Sauces 2 ›
Here we look at the art of making stocks, savoury and sweet sauces that can be used for a wide range of dishes.
Modern Vegetarian ›
A course that is meat and fish free! Modern vegetarian is packed with fresh, nutritious and great tasting vegetarian dishes.
Sausages from Scratch ›
Butcher, mince, flavour and shape your own handmade seasonal sausages.
Dorset Charcuterie ›
A introduction to the artizan craft of charcuterie using Dorset free range meats.
The Forager ›
Join us in the beautiful Dorset countryside to discover edible wild foods. Bring your wellies and a basket!
Feathered & Furred ›
This ‘game in a day’ course is a seasonal look at all aspects of game, from the point of view of the game keeper, butcher and chef.
Cupcakes ›
This trendy course will inspire you to create a whole variety of sponges and decorations. We welcome individuals, friends and families.
Professional Cakes ›
Express your creativity by designing and producing a professional cake under expert guidance.
University Kitchen ›
Full day of practical cookery with inspirational recipes, ideas and top tips at Bere Farm.
Essential Skills ›
NEW! Our 3 hour beginners cookery course is a great stepping stone to the rest of our portfolio. Kick start your kitchen confidence today…
Cookery Camp 8-12 years ›
Packed with ‘skills for life’. A foundation in cookery with outdoor culinary adventures at Bere Farm.
Kids Cookery 4-7 years ›
Fun cooking activities, adventures and discovery at Bere Farm. Helping to develop an interest in food and skills for life.
Bespoke Cookery ›
It’s a perfect way to mark that special event! Bespoke cookery is popular with friends, birthdays, hens, stags and other social groups.