The Yorkshire Dales Cookery School
In the heart of our cooking courses in Yorkshire lies a steadfast commitment to sustainability and a harmonious relationship with nature. At the core of our ethos is the belief that culinary experiences should not only tantalize the taste buds but also contribute to the well-being of the environment. We take pride in following the codes of practice set forth by the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) and aligning with the policies of the National Gamekeepers Organisation (NGO), embodying a responsible approach to sourcing ingredients.
EXPERIENCE: Pastries & Tarts
COST: £100
LENGTH: 1/2 Day - Welcome Drinks
AVAILABLE DATES:
4th & 5th March
25th & 26th March
16th April
Indulge in a half day of pastry perfection with our Pastry Masterclass. This immersive experience is a deep dive into the art of pastry-making, where you'll explore the creation of various pastry types: Black cherry & almond, Choux buns, lemon tart, chocolate tart apricot Bakewell, and savoury quiche.
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Choux
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Sweet
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Shortcrust
Hone your skills in pastry creation and refinement. Whether you're drawn to sweet or savoury pastries, this masterclass offers a comprehensive exploration of pastry techniques and leave with the confidence and skills to create a delectable array of pastries in your own kitchen.
Take home your treats!
EXPERIENCE: Baking Breads
COST: £100
LENGTH: 1/2 Day - Welcome Drinks & Cakes
AVAILABLE DATES:
18th & 19th February
11th & 12th March
2nd April
Half day introduction to bread baking is designed to introduce you to a wide range of delicious breads and doughs and give you the confidence to make them regularly at home.
Using fresh and dry yeast, blending different flour, understanding bread making, baking your own bread might seem intimidating to many home cooks, but we aim to completely demystify the process and show you just how easy and rewarding it can be.
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Multi seeds
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White loaf
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Walnut cob
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Onion & Parmesan
By the end of the day, you'll not only have a deeper understanding of bread making but also a newfound confidence in crafting your own delicious loaves. Whether you're a novice baker or looking to refine your skills, our Baking Breads course promises to be a day of creativity, discovery, and culinary delight. Join us for a memorable baking experience that will fill your kitchen with the warm aroma of freshly baked bread.
You will take all your baking home too!
EXPERIENCE: Beginners Fly Fishing
COST: £100
LENGTH: Full Day
AVAILABLE DATES:
1st & 15th April
Fancy getting to grips with this fantastic outdoor sport? Fly fishing often has a reputation as a tricky skill for beginners to acquire, but with our expert tutor, you will learn to master the joy of fly. What rod, what line, what flies? Understanding the river and the fish.
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How to set up the tackle and what it does
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How to make a fly cast safely
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Choosing which fly to use and basic entomology (the study of fly life)
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Different fishing techniques
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Playing and landing fish (what to do once you have hooked your fish!)
Expert Guidance and All-Inclusive Kit:
Our one-day Beginners Fly Fishing course starts with a briefing at the stunning Kilnsey Trout Lakes. Once we’re out in the fresh air, Neil will teach you the skills need to master the art of casting and help you choose the correct fly to tempt a few trout. With our tutor on hand to supervise and guide you,’ll then spend the day fishing and hopefully land a fair few for the table! A delicious picnic will be provided for all attendees.
EXPERIENCE: Sourdough & Flavours
COST: £100
LENGTH: 1/2 Day
AVAILABLE DATES:
25th & 26th February
18th & 19th March
9th April
Sourdough has become wildly popular over the last few years, and it’s not hard to see why – there’s nothing quite like a freshly-baked sourdough loaf! Although the use of the sourdough ‘starter’ might seem a bit intimidating, on this Sourdough Baking course we’ll demystify the process and cover everything you need to know. You’ll also take home a ready-made sourdough starter to use.
• Making & maintaining your sourdough starter
• Country loaf
• Danish rye bread
• White cob
• Brown cob
The crucial component of sourdough is your starter, a symbiotic culture of yeasts that provide the carbon dioxide that makes the bread rise and also give it that distinctive sour flavour. We’ll begin with everything you need to know about creating your starter, and how to care for it and ‘feed’ it so that it lasts.
Following a demonstration for each, you’ll then practice how to mix and knead a country loaf. When it comes to sourdough, understanding how the dough should look, feel and smell at each stage of the process is just as important as following the recipe, so we’ll help you to develop an understanding of exactly what makes the dough work, and questions will be very welcome!
At the end of the day, you’ll go home with a pot of sourdough starter to use, a selection of your own delicious creations, and a course booklet which includes all the recipes used and some guidance
notes.
You will take all your baking home too!
EXPERIENCE: Clay Pigeon & Game
COST: £200
LENGTH: Full Day
AVAILABLE DATES:
8th April
If you're intrigued by our highly sought-after game shooting experience, join us for an exciting one-day course on Clay Shooting and Game Butchery. This course offers a little bit of everything for you to explore, regardless of your skill level—whether you're a seasoned shooter or a complete beginner.
Skills covered include:
• Shooting safety
• Clay pigeon shooting
• Game butchery
• Game cookery
We'll kick off at Conistone Shooting Ground, where our experienced instructors will cover essential shooting safety before guiding you through clay shooting. We'll also touch on driven game shooting, etiquette, and the countryside code.
After a delightful lunch, dive into game cooking. You'll enjoy a demonstration on butchering pheasant and partridge, and then you'll have the chance to try it yourself. To wrap up the day, we'll prepare a quick and tasty pheasant dish for you to savor.