Wakefield Recovery & Wellbeing College

🧵 Learn How to Macramé – Pontefract
Discover the basics of this on‑trend craft and learn simple knots to start your macramé journey. A relaxing session that supports mental clarity, reduces stress and helps you connect with others.
5 Oct 2026, 10am–12pm.
Book: [email protected] | 01924 316946

✍️ Introduction to Creative Writing
Always wanted to write but not sure where to start? Over 5 weeks, explore different styles and techniques, spark your imagination and begin creating your own prose and short stories in a friendly, supportive space.
4 Nov – 2 Dec 2026, 10am–12pm.
Book: [email protected] | 01924 316946

🍷 Hidden Harm & Parental Alcohol Use 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Join our online workshop on 3 November 2026, 1pm to 3pm.
This course provides a basic introduction to alcohol use and raises awareness of the impact parental alcohol use can have on children, families, health and wellbeing. Learn more about the hidden harms and how to support positive outcomes.
📅 3 November 2026
🕐 1pm to 3pm
💻 Online
📧 [email protected]
📞 01924 316946
Email or call to book your place today.

💛 Caring for Carers – 4‑Week Course
A supportive workshop for unpaid carers to boost wellbeing, explore emotional pressures, create action plans, find support and learn simple relaxation techniques.
3–24 Sept 2026, 1–3pm.
Book: [email protected] | 01924 316946

🎨 Creative Crafting for Beginners 🎨
Looking to try something new, boost your wellbeing, and meet new people?
Join our 6-week Creative Crafting for Beginners course and discover a range of simple crafts using items you may already have at home. Crafting can help relieve stress and tension while giving you the chance to learn new skills in a friendly and supportive environment.
✨ Learn a different craft each week
✨ Improve your wellbeing
✨ Meet new people
✨ Create projects you can recreate with friends and family
📅 Start Date: 26 January 2027
📅 End Date: 9 March 2027
⏰ Time: 10:00am - 11:45am
📖 Duration: 6 weeks
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: 01924 316946
Book your place today!

🔥 Recognising Burnout – Online
Learn what burnout really is, spot the signs, understand the causes and explore practical ways to prevent it and maintain balance. A supportive 2‑hour workshop for anyone wanting to know more.
2 Nov 2026, 1–3pm.
Book: [email protected] | 01924 316946

🧠 Understanding ADHD
Want to learn more about ADHD and how it affects adults?
Join our course and explore:
✅ What ADHD is
✅ What causes ADHD
✅ ADHD and physical & mental health
✅ Common misconceptions
✅ Practical strategies for everyday life
📅 2nd & 9th September 2026
⏰ 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Perfect for anyone wanting to understand ADHD better, whether for themselves, a loved one, or to explore diagnosis and support options.
📧 [email protected]
📞 01924 316946

💻 Understanding Eating Difficulties
📅 Starts: 1 Sept 2026 | 1-3.30pm
Join our 4-week online course (or attend individual sessions!) to learn:
✅ Types of eating difficulties
✅ Causes, signs & symptoms
✅ Where to find support
✅ How to help someone
Sessions include:
🔍 Eating Disorders Overview
🧠 Anorexia Nervosa
📚 Bulimia & Binge Eating
🌱 ARFID
💬 Co-produced with professionals & lived experience in a safe, supportive space.
📞 Call 01924 316946 or email [email protected] to book.

Learn practical woodland skills this autumn!
Our 4‑session Introduction to Woodland Skills course starts 1/10/26, 1–3pm in beautiful Bulcliff Woodlands.

🔥 Safe fire‑lighting
🪵 Hand‑tool use & natural crafts
🌳 Tree & plant ID

Run in partnership with Athelas CIC, this course is perfect for adults wanting hands‑on skills, time in nature, and a wellbeing boost.

📍 Bulcliff Woodlands, Denby Dale Road
📩 Book now: [email protected]
📞 01924 316946