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Waste Not, Want Not: Cooking with Pumpkin Leftovers
Code: T26BB1296
Location: Bolsover ACE Centre
Cost: Free
Starting: Thursday 29 October 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
Turn your leftover Halloween pumpkin into delicious, healthy meals in this fun, hands-on session. Learn how to safely prepare pumpkin, reduce food waste, and make simple recipes such as soups, bakes, and snacks. Build your cooking confidence, discover healthy eating ideas, and enjoy the wellbeing benefits of creating and sharing food with others in a friendly, supportive environment. A great opportunity to develop new skills, connect with others, and make the most of a seasonal ingredient. Perfect for beginners and anyone looking to save money and reduce waste.
Who is this course for?
Our Tailored Learning courses are for people who live in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire aged 19 and over.
How will I learn?
This is a classroom-based course. You'll learn through simple, step-by-step demonstrations, hands on practice and supportive guidance from your tutor in a relaxed, friendly setting. You will be given support and feedback from your tutor so you can improve.
What will I need?
All ingredients and equipment are provided. Please bring a Tupperware container to take your food away with. Please wear clothes you don't mind getting messy. You may wish to have a folder to store handouts, notes or recipes.
Are there any other costs?
This course is free and there are no other costs.
Time and duration
Start Date: 29 October 2026
Start Time: 10.00am
Day: Thursday
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 1
Location
Bolsover ACE Centre
Castle Street
Bolsover
S44 6PP
01629 537912