River Cottage Courses
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Find Your Perfect Cooking Course at River Cottage
Discover the joy of cooking with our award-winning courses, including cheese making, fermentation, curing & smoking, and beekeeping. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chef, we have something for everyone.
Proud to hold the ICSA Centre of Excellence award, we uphold the highest standards in culinary education.
Curing and Smoking
Learn the art of charcuterie on this hands-on curing and smoking course at River Cottage. Master techniques like salami, chorizo, bacon, and more with expert guidance.
4 dates availableFrom £245
River Cottage Experience
Spend the day baking, touring the farm, and savoring a three-course seasonal feast at River Cottage HQ. Learn, cook, and dine in the heart of Devon!
8 dates availableFrom £195
Pig in a Day
Bring home the bacon... and the chorizo and pâté too! Join us for one of our original bestselling courses, a day of butchery and cookery tuition celebrating pigs and pork.
5 dates availableFrom £245
Cheese Making for Beginners
With expert tuition, you’ll learn to create three different cheeses and gain the confidence to make your own delicious cheeses at home.
5 dates availableFrom £245
Vegan Cheese Making
Learn to make your own delicious dairy-free cheeses from scratch.
4 dates availableFrom £245
Get Growing
Learn to grow your own vegetables with an introduction from our Garden team.
5 dates availableFrom £245
Preserve the Seasons
Learn to preserve seasonal produce with jams, chutneys, pickles, and sauerkraut at River Cottage. Enjoy tastings and take home your creations!
2 dates availableFrom £245
Fermentation Basics
Join Rachel de Thample at River Cottage to learn how to make delicious fermented foods and drinks using seasonal ingredients.
7 dates availableFrom £195
Global Ferments
Join Rachel de Thample for a unique course exploring global ferments and how these gut-friendly foods can transform your health, boost your energy, and elevate your meals.
4 dates availableFrom £195