Cooking Up and local community centres are working together to support the health and wellbeing of local people. Their next free 5 week courses help build confidence and practical skills whilst encouraging healthy food choices and improving socialisation.
Over the course of 5 weeks, you will enjoy a weekly 90-minute cooking session where you will learn to prepare a delicious meal and take home what you have cooked in the class. Cooking Up’s friendly volunteers will be there to guide you every step of the way. Here s what one happy participant had to say about their experience with Cooking Up:
I have enjoyed every minute of each week. Felt very inspired.The course was very well presented and all volunteers AMAZING. Will be doing lots more cooking. Thank you.
Who is it for?
The course is particularly suited to people who
- live alone
- are on a low income
- are new to cooking
- are looking for a new positive social activity
What is the cost?
All meals are cooked on the hob and all ingredients are budget-friendly, costing no more than £1.50 per person. The course is free for you to join.
Course details
11.45am-1.15pm
starting Wednesday 14th January 2026
Venue: Greenwood Centre, 1A School Rd, Hampton Hill, Hampton TW12 1QL
11.00am-12.30pm
starting Wednesday 14th January 2026
Venue: Ham Youth Centre (Ham Hall), Ham Close, Richmond TW10 7PL
11.00am-12.30pm
starting Thursday 15th January 2026
Venue: Whitton Community Centre, Percy Road, Twickenham. TW2 6JL
How to participate
You can register for any of the above courses by completing a short online form.
Register for a Cooking Up course 2026
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