Courses & Workshops

At Upper Moreton Rural Activities, we offer a wide range of practical and friendly courses designed for people of all interests and abilities. Whether you are looking to boost your wellbeing, get involved in your local community, improve everyday skills, or explore new learning opportunities – we have something for you.

Here is what you can look forward to:

Courses to Support Health and Wellbeing

Take part in enjoyable, hands-on activities that help you relax, gain confidence and meet others. These include:

Spending time with animals and learning how to care for them
Gardening and growing your own fruit, vegetables, and flowers
Creating crafts and doing simple do-it-yourself projects
Cooking healthy, tasty meals
Learning woodworking skills
Enjoying gentle countryside walks while learning about the natural world

Courses to Help You Get Involved in the Community

Make a difference while learning useful skills by joining projects that benefit the local area. These courses include:

Conservation and caring for nature
Cooking and sharing food with others
Crafting and creative projects
Wildlife-friendly gardening
Practical woodworking tasks

Examples of community projects include the lovely garden at Hednesford Park, and a new “boat” garden being created for Elmore Park in Rugeley. These courses are a fantastic way to build teamwork skills and feel proud of what you have achieved.

Courses to Build Everyday Skills in English, Mathematics, and Using Technology

Friendly and relaxed courses that help you feel more confident with everyday tasks. These courses offer:

Support with reading, writing and using numbers in real-life situations
Learning through practical activities such as crafting, cooking, gardening and managing your household budget
Learning in small groups with a welcoming, pressure-free atmosphere – no embarrassment, and no rush.

Courses for Further Learning in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM based)

These courses are a great next step if you are thinking about volunteering, developing skills for future work, or exploring deeper learning. You can take part in subjects such as:

Animal care
Science and how things work
Practical woodworking
Problem-solving and learning through real-life challenges

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics are subjects that help us understand and improve the world around us – from caring for animals and the environment, to building and creating things.

Extra Information

All our courses are fully supported – if you need help with learning, we are here for you
Support with travel is available in the Rugeley, Cannock, Stafford and nearby areas – just ask for more details
Courses usually take place once a week for at least six weeks – some may be shorter or longer depending on the course

Want to Know More?

If you would like further information on any of the courses, activities or educational access we offer, please get in touch with Carol Carney on 07814 237211 or send us a message.