Learn to Cook Afternoon Tea

Create a spectacular Afternoon Tea 

From finger sandwiches to mouthwatering sweet treats, this cookery course will teach you how to create a classic British Afternoon Tea.

Each cookery class teaches a variety of recipes. During the class you may make some of the following: scones, biscuits, choux, shortbread, macarons and a selection of savoury dishes.

The classes take place in our stunning country kitchen with breathtaking views of Swinton Estate Grounds and Yorkshire Dales.

We always encourage a hands-on approach within the classes and all ingredients and equipment will be provided.

£120 per person

Your course may feature

  • Making and piping choux pastry
  • Biscuit dough preparation
  • Knife skills
  • A hands-on cookery course taught by the Swinton Cookery School chef tutor
  • Recipes to take home at the end of your course
  • All required ingredients and equipment will be provided

Upcoming dates

  • 14th May 2025
  • 25th June 2025
  • 6th August 2025
  • 25th November 2025

FAQs

Please arrive at the Swinton Park Hotel reception for tea and coffee served from 9:30am.

Most half-day cookery courses start at 10:00am and finish around 1:30pm. Full-day courses start at at 10:00am and finish around 3:00pm. 

During half-day and full-day courses, lunch will be served consisting of dishes you've prepared during the event. Should you have any special dietary requirements or allergies please let us know so that we can ensure these are accommodated.

All required ingredients and equipment will be provided as part of your course. You don't need to bring anything extra - just yourself. 

Yes! When you finish the course, you'll receive a copy of all the recipes you learned to use at home. 

Your course will take place at Swinton Cookery School:

Swinton Cookery School
Swinton Park
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 4JH
United Kingdom

Swinton Cookery School is a relaxed, open demonstration kitchen housed in a converted Georgian stable wing adjacent to Swinton Park hotel.

From classic baking to Sunday roasts, there’s a cookery course to suit everyone. So if you are beginner with a keen interest or a professional, broadening their knowledge, join us at Swinton and fall in love with cooking all over again.

Our standard terms and conditions apply.

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