Baking Experiences, Classes & Courses
Find the perfect gift for an aspiring baker – or even treat yourself – with one of our fantastic baking courses at Virgin Experience Days. Whether you’re looking for artisan bread making, a patisserie masterclass, or even a workshop with a celebrity baker, we’ve got you covered. Browse our baking courses below, jam-packed with deliciousness and sure to make a brilliant gift.
French Breakfast Pastries Class at Cookery School at Little Portland Street
London - Marylebone- Learn the secrets of creating delicious French pastries with an expert cookery teacher
- Enjoy breakfast and organic tea and coffee
- Available seven days a week, subject to availability
£183.50Bread Baking: Knead to Know Class at Jamie Oliver Cookery School
London - Islington(4)- Learn how to create a range of different breads with a professional chef
- Enjoy a welcome drink, lunch and an Italian loaf to take home
- Available on selected dates throughout the year
£99- Sale
Ann's Smart School of Cookery Artisan Bread Making for Two
3 locations(2)- Hands-on, two hour class for two with an expert
- Discover a unique way to produce a range of artisan bread
- Available on selected dates throughout the year
£127£258You save 51% - Sale
One Day Baking Masterclass at Cake Boy
London - Battersea(10)- 6 hour masterclass with Celebrity Chef & Pâtissier Eric Lanlard
- A range of courses including Chocolate Masterclass, Glamour Cakes, French Country Baking & More
- Welcome breakfast, lunch with wine & lots of goodies to take away with you
£191£250You save 24% - Sale
Mini Chocolat Class and Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two with Eric Lanlard at Cake Boy
London - Battersea- Four hour masterclass at Eric Lanlard's award-winning boutique for Two
- Contemporary French-style Champagne afternoon tea
- Available on selected Saturdays throughout the year
£150£190You save 21% Brockleby's Bakery Bread Making Course for Two, Melton Mowbray
Leicestershire - Melton Mowbray(6)- Get hands-on creating an array of delicious loaves including spelt dough and soda bread
- Learn about the bread-making process and the history of local grains
- Available Mondays throughout the year
£61- Sale
Ann's Smart School of Cookery Perfect Macaroons for Two
3 locations- Two-hour workshop taught by a professional chef
- Make a range of delicious French macaroons
- Available on selected dates throughout the year
£126.99£258You save 51% - Sale
Mini Chocolat Class and Champagne Afternoon Tea with Eric Lanlard at Cake Boy
London - Battersea(7)- Four hour masterclass at Eric Lanlard's award-winning boutique
- Contemporary French-style Champagne afternoon tea
- Available on selected Saturdays throughout the year
£75£95You save 21% Bake with a Legend at Home Virtual Masterclass for Two
(16)- Join a former Great British Bake Off contestant for an online baking masterclass
- Choose your preferred session, get baking and ask questions along the way
- 2 hour experience you can enjoy from home
£51- Sale
Beginners Cupcake Decorating with Cookie Girl for Two
London - Shepherds Bush- Learn the art of cupcake decorating with YouTube sensation Xanthe Milton
- Take home your eight decorated cupcakes each
- Available on selected dates throughout the year
£86£120You save 28% - EXCLUSIVE
Indulgent Chocolate Desserts Cooking Class for Two at the Gordon Ramsay Academy
Surrey - Woking(1)- Master the art of chocolate desserts together at Gordon Ramsay Academy
- Enjoy expert tips from chefs and a selection of goodies to take home
- Available on regular dates throughout the year
£220 - Sale
Ann's Smart School of Cookery Four Hour Artisan Baking Taster
3 locations(2)- Learn how to bake with the best of them at one of three Smart School of Cookery venues
- Try a selection of baked treats, with hands-on cooking and professional schooling
- Available on selected dates
£86£169You save 49% Hand Decorate Your Own Biscuits with Biscuiteers School of Icing
2 locations- Learn all the techniques used in the Grand Icing Hall at the Ministry of Biscuits
- Master biscuit decorating skills with expert icers
- Available selected dates throughout the year
£92- Sale
Beginners Cupcake Decorating with Cookie Girl
London - Shepherds Bush- Take a baking masterclass with YouTube sensation and bestselling author Cookie Girl
- Learn how to create delicious cakes from start to finish
- Available on selected days throughout the week
£43£60You save 28% - Sale
Introduction to Cake Decorating Four Part Online Course
- Discover the art behind cake decorating from the comfort of your own kitchen
- Learn from industry professionals as they teach the best methods
- Online course with certificate of completion valid for life
£23£40You save 43% - Sale
Introduction to Baking Five Part Online Course
- Learn the art behind baking with this 5-hour online course
- Be taught by industry professionals, in the comfort of your own kitchen
- Certificate of completion valid for life
£23£40You save 43% - EXCLUSIVE
Sugar Crafting with Lunch for Two with Such Fun Cakes
Kent - Bexley- Learn to create beautiful and delicate sugar flowers with course for two
- Enjoy a delicious lunch, cake and expert tuition throughout
- Available Tuesday to Saturday throughout the year
£172 - EXCLUSIVE
Sugar Crafting with Lunch with Such Fun Cakes
Kent - Bexley- Learn to create beautiful and delicate sugar flowers with course for one
- Enjoy a delicious lunch, cake and expert tuition throughout
- Available Tuesday to Saturday throughout the year
£85 Hand Decorate Your Own Biscuits for Two with Biscuiteers School of Icing
2 locations- Learn all the techniques used in the Grand Icing Hall at the Ministry of Biscuits
- Master biscuit decorating skills with expert icers
- Available selected dates throughout the year
£183.50Great British Afternoon Tea and DIY Icing Experience for Two with Biscuiteers
2 locations- Indulge in an exquisite selection of sweet and savoury treats
- Decorate three of your own biscuits, using edible decorations
- Available Monday to Thursday throughout the year
£133.50Fun Cupcake Decorating Class for Two with The Avenue Cookery School
The Avenue Cookery School- Learn cupcake decorating tips and styles in this 90 minute cookery class
- Create your own mythical creature and animal cupcakes
- Available selected dates throughout the year
£112Gluten Free Baking Class at Cookery School at Little Portland Street
London - Marylebone(1)- Learn the secrets of gluten-free baking from an expert cookery teacher
- Enjoy gluten-free treats and wine as you bake up a storm
- Available seven days a week, subject to availability
£168.50- Sale
Cake Making Workshop with Cookie Girl
London - Shepherds Bush- Take a baking masterclass with YouTube sensation and bestselling author Cookie Girl
- Learn how to create delicious cakes from start to finish
- Available on selected days throughout the week
£144£160You save 10% Brockleby's Bakery Bread Making Course, Melton Mowbray
Leicestershire - Melton Mowbray(3)- Get hands-on creating an array of delicious loaves including spelt dough and soda bread
- Learn about the bread-making process and the history of local grains
- Available Mondays throughout the year
£51- EXCLUSIVE
Indulgent Chocolate Desserts Cooking Class at the Gordon Ramsay Academy
Surrey - Woking(2)- Master the art of chocolate desserts at Gordon Ramsay Academy
- Enjoy expert tips from chefs and a selection of goodies to take home
- Available on regular dates throughout the year
£110 Next Level Baking Class at the Gordon Ramsay Academy
Surrey - Woking(4)- Master the art of showstopping bakes at Gordon Ramsay Academy
- Enjoy lunch, wine and treats to take home
- Available on regular dates throughout the year
£200
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a baking course involve?
They are an opportunity to attend a hands-on baking class or workshop, where you can learn new baking techniques, tips, and recipes from a professional baker.
What can I expect from a baking experience day?
Depending on the experience selected, you may learn general baking skills or more specified skills like bread or cake decorating. You'll likely work in a group setting, and you may have the opportunity to sample your creations or take them home.
Do I need any baking experience to attend a baking experience day?
No, you don't need any baking experience to attend a baking experience day. These events are designed for people of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced bakers.
What should I wear to a baking course?
You should wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting dirty or stained. It's also a good idea to wear closed-toe shoes for safety.
How can I find a baking experience day near me?
You can search for baking classes and workshops in your area using our handy location filter. With everything from cooking schools and culinary institutes to bakeries, you’re sure to find something on your doorstep.