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Health and Wellbeing

This qualification gives you an understanding of mental health and wellbeing which can be applied in a wide variety of contexts.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Number of weeks: 15

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Employability

A qualification course that gives you a short introduction to safeguarding for those with little or no prior knowledge. It is ideal for those working or volunteering with children or vulnerable adults.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 13 April 2026

Number of weeks: 10

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Arts and Crafts

Are you a naturally creative person? Would you like to earn a nationally recognised qualification that showcases your artistic flair? In this course, you will be introduced to several new artistic techniques & methods, as well as building upon any prior knowledge.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 22 September 2025

Number of weeks: 24

Time: 14:30 - 16:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Health and Wellbeing

This accredited course looks at what is meant by resilience and grit, and why they are vital to our health and well-being in an uncertain world

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 12:30 - 15:30

Venue: Eden Foyer (Penrith)

Free Course

Arts and Crafts

Explore different ways to look at and discuss art, enhancing your ability to interpret, analyse, and enjoy art in its various forms.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 9 January 2026

Number of weeks: 6

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Kendal Library

Full fee: £81.00
Concessionary fee: £42.00
Staff fee: £69.30

Digital Skills

This course is designed for those who have a basic knowledge of PCs, those who can already create simple documents and want more confidence in using the Microsoft Office Applications. Be able to create, edit, save and print simple documents using Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel. Confidently create folders and navigate the internet.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 5 January 2026

Number of weeks: 8

Time: 09:00 - 11:45

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

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Digital Skills

This course is designed for those who have a basic knowledge of PCs, those who can already create simple documents and want more confidence in using the Microsoft Office Applications. Be able to create, edit, save and print simple documents using Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel. Confidently create folders and navigate the internet.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 4 May 2026

Number of weeks: 8

Time: 12:15 - 15:00

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course is designed for those who have a basic knowledge of PCs, those who can already create simple documents and want more confidence in using the Microsoft Office Applications. Be able to create, edit, save and print simple documents using Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel. Confidently create folders and navigate the internet.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 5 January 2026

Number of weeks: 8

Time: 12:15 - 15:00

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Arts and Crafts

Unleash your creativity with a mix of materials and techniques to craft unique textile designs, combining mindful stitching, vibrant collage, printmaking, and found objects for truly one-of-a-kind pieces.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 13 April 2026

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 16:30 - 18:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Full fee: £68.50
Concessionary fee: £36.00
Staff fee: £58.75

Arts and Crafts

Unleash your creativity with nature-inspired textiles, fusing painted backgrounds, bold prints, applique, stitch, and mixed media for a fresh, dynamic look!

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 1 June 2026

Number of weeks: 7

Time: 16:30 - 18:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Full fee: £96.00
Concessionary fee: £50.50
Staff fee: £82.35