Creative courses
Creativity has the power to open your mind and allow you to express yourself in a way you find most enjoyable. There are many different ways to explore your creativity – through words, visuals, movements or sounds.
Whether you’re looking to get your ideas down on paper, create some art or tap into your musical side, we have the course for you.
Browse our selection of creative courses, have some fun and let your imagination run wild.
- Try it out: bookbinding
Course start date: Sat 8 Aug 2026 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Kate RochesterDip your fingers into bookbinding. Learn a little about the materials and craft of bookbinding while making an attractive book to take home. A chance to discuss further study in bookbinding at City Lit.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £129.00 - Writing for magazines, newspapers and online media Course start date: Tue 15 Sep 2026 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Susan GrossmanGet inspired to write on this practical course for freelance journalists and bloggers. Learn to carry out research, interview people, pitch and publish stories, and build your presence on social media.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00 - Beginners' bookbinding I Course start date: Fri 18 Sep 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Alessia TumbioloStart your bookbinding journey with this accessible, 6 week introduction to techniques and structures. Learn how to make simple folded books progressing to a more complex stitched binding and explore the world of handmade books.Full fee £449.00 Senior fee £359.00 Concession £292.00 - Sound ArtCourse start date: Thu 24 Sep 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Have fun discovering and making sounds, listening, creating, experimenting, controlling, expressing ourselves with acoustic and electronic sounds.
Full fee £299.00 Senior fee £299.00 Concession £299.00 - Comedy writing and performing Course start date: Tue 13 Oct 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Alan NixonExplore your comedy writing and performance potential under the guidance of an Emmy-award winning comedy producer/director. Alan Nixon shares the skills behind creating powerful comedy using classic and modern techniques.
Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £160.00 - Introduction to photography Course start date: Wed 14 Oct 2026
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Dominic HarrisDiscover the basics of photography to improve your photographs and impress your friends. Learn about shutter speed, aperture, composition, light and taking pictures in different environments. This course is perfect for complete beginners or for adding new skills. Please take this course before enrolling on our intermediate courses.
Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00 - Acting for fun Course start date: Fri 16 Oct 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
An acting class purely for the joy of it! This course is suitable for complete beginners and those with a little experience. Enjoy acting exercises and scenes, gain confidence, make friends, and develop new skills in a fun environment.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £125.00 - Modern calligraphy Course start date: Sat 31 Oct 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Veiko KespersaksLearn how to write elegant and stylish letterforms using a flexible pointed nib with ink. Once you’ve learnt how to write a basic alphabet, we’ll begin breaking the rules of traditional calligraphy to find a style that is all your own. The course is suitable for beginners as well as improvers.Full fee £399.00 Senior fee £319.00 Concession £259.00 - Introduction to carving in wood or stone Course start date: Sun 1 Nov 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Belinda EdwardsGain inspiration for creating a carving and learn about historical and contemporary artists. Learn techniques to realise your design in a choice either wood or stone. Basic materials included. All levels welcome.
Full fee £499.00 Senior fee £399.00 Concession £324.00 - Pottery: a short course in throwing Course start date: Sun 1 Nov 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Josie WarshawIdeal for beginners who want to experience the basic techniques of throwing on the potter's wheel. Learn how to produce mugs, bowls and simple forms, as well as how to apply slips and glazes on this enjoyable five-day course.Full fee £649.00 Senior fee £519.00 Concession £422.00 - Hand marbled paper Course start date: Mon 2 Nov 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Rachel WilliamsonThis course introduces the fascinating art of marbling. You will learn how to create beautiful papers that can be used on a range of craft projects, around the home or just enjoyed for their endless variations. You will learn about the materials, tools and techniques historically associated with Turkish, European and Japanese marbling and you can experiment with pattern and colour to create your own responses to this ancient craft.
Full fee £399.00 Senior fee £319.00 Concession £259.00 - Rush basketry Course start date: Tue 3 Nov 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: John PageUsing traditional techniques you will make a variety of baskets with this native plant. There will be the opportunity to try experimental work with rush and other materials. All levels are welcome.Full fee £399.00 Senior fee £319.00 Concession £259.00 - Introduction to beaded jewellery Course start date: Fri 6 Nov 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Beverley SellFancy trying your hand at beaded jewellery making? Learn how to work with beads, wire, thread and findings to create beautiful beaded necklaces, bracelets, earrings and tiara designs. Join our introductory course for all levels to discover where to find the best beads, how to knot with thread, manipulate and twist wire and learn how to finish your work using clasps.
Full fee £299.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £194.00 - Flamenco: tasterCourse start date: Sat 5 Dec 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Danielle AllanOur fun taster session is a great way to try a class and to meet our friendly team of professionals who will guide you through some of the basics and answer your questions, so you can be sure that a course is right for you. As well as being a dynamic introduction to a creative discipline, these sessions give you a clear idea of what you can expect. Open to anyone interested in dance, with or without previous experience.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Write a short story in a week Course start date: Mon 7 Dec 2026
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Sarah LeipcigerTurn your great idea into a short story on this fun practical course. Through a series of inspiring exercises, you'll be introduced to some key fiction writing techniques and encouraged to draft a short story from beginning to end. Suitable for beginners who are comfortable learning at a fast pace.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £97.00
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