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Family Fun healthy lunches

Code: T26NC1854
Location: Clay Cross ACE Centre
Cost: Free
Starting: Thursday 13 August 2026
Duration: 1 sessions over 1 week(s)
Time: 10.00am
By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2025, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2025 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.
Description
This course is for Families accessing the Holidays and Food programme or families who live in the Clay Cross area of North East Derbyshire. Are you a parent or carer who would like to try out some healthy lunch ideas for picnics this school holidays? Learn more about healthy lunch options and make some healthy lunch ideas with the kids to try together. From making tasty snacks to sharing easy tips on cutting down sugar and processed foods, this workshop builds confidence in gaining simple cookery skills and making healthy choices. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Who is this course for?
Our courses are for Adults over 19 living in Derbyshire. This course is for Families accessing the Holidays and Food programme or families who live in the Clay cross area of North East Derbyshire.
How will I learn?
Through hands-on activities and simple, practical demonstrations, you will discover how to put together delicious, healthy lunches that are affordable and child-friendly. This is a classroom-based course. There will be practical activities with guidance from your tutor. Your tutor will give you support and feedback so you know what to do to improve.
What will I need?
Please tie your hair back. You may want to bring something to take notes on.
Are there any other costs?
There are no other costs
Time and duration
Start Date: 13 August 2026
Start Time: 10.00am
Day: Thursday
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 1
Location
Clay Cross ACE Centre
Market Street
Clay Cross
S45 9JE
01629 537108
