Learning For Life - a Remake Learning Days Pop-up
If you’re aged 16+ and want to get involved in a range of fun activities that will help you develop new skills, spark your curiosity and increase your chances of becoming employed or starting / changing a career path – then read on!
Starting on Monday 13th October 2025, City of Doncaster Council is putting on a Learning for Life Week in Hexthorpe. This event is taking place between the 13th and 17th October 2025 covering a wide range of fun activities. This event is free and aimed at people aged 16+, so don’t miss out on this chance to learn more.
Friendly reminder: please bring a valid form of ID (driving licence, passport, birth certificate, a letter confirming your home address) to unlock further opportunities and support.
What events are running in Hexthorpe? - Click a date below to learn more.
Monday 13 October
What: Riverlution CiC Stewardship Skills Scheme (4 day course)
When: Mon 13th - Thursday 16th October, 9:30am - 4:30pm daily
Where: Allotment Car Park, Bramworth Road, Doncaster, DN4 0HW
Who for: This programme is open to anyone interested in developing stewardship skills, whether you are a local resident, volunteer, student, or simply keen to support community and environmental initiatives. No previous experience is required.
Booking: https://riverlution.co.uk/training/stewardship-skills/
Cost: Free
Session details:
Learn hands-on stewardship and land care techniques
Gain experience that supports local community and environmental projects
Connect with others who share an interest in making a positive impact
Parking: Free parking is available at the site.
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What: Creature Feature - come and meet the animals
When: Join us at one of 3 sessions running on Monday 13th October 2025 (booking needed via link below)
Session 1 - 10am-10:45am - book here - Learning for life "Creature Feature" Tickets 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
Session 2 - 11am-11:45am - book here - Learning for Life "Creature Feature" Tickets 11:00 AM | Eventbrite
Session 3 - 12:15pm-1pm - book here - Learning for Life "Creature Feature" Tickets 12:15 PM | Eventbrite
Where: St Judes Parish Church Hall, Shady Side, Hexthorpe, DN4 0ED
Who for: anyone aged 16+
Booking: See links above
Cost: Free - book your preferred time slot on the links above.
Session details:
Come along to one of our interactive workshops and meet our animals. Do you have aspirations to aim for a rewarding career working and volunteering with animals?
Designed to give an insight into possible careers working with animals they will be very interactive and encourage discussion.
Post workshops “Pathways to work” assistance will be available to aid in career awareness, personal development and any necessary learning/ study opportunities. In addition, they can also discuss support for relevant courses.
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What: Cr8ive You - Doncaster & District Deaf Society Doncaster. BSL Christmas Craft
When: Mon 13th October - 10:30am-1:30pm
Where: Doncaster Deaf Community Centre Milton Walk St James Street DN1 3QG
Booking: email: bemore@cre8iveyou.co.uk or call: 07990 828277
Cost: Free
Session details:
Come down and make and decorate your own Christmas tree cards at this fun session.
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What: Jewellery Workshop Doncaster Khidmah
When: 13th October 2025 11:00pm -12.30pm
Where: Balby Library, High Road, DN4 0PL
Who for: anyone aged 16+ interested in exploring new skills and creative career pathways
Cost: £5 per place to cover materials - book by contacting Doncaster Khidmah at info@doncasterkhidmah.org.uk
Session details:
Tuesday 14 October
When: Mon 13th - Thursday 16th October, 9:30am - 4:30pm daily
Where: Allotment Car Park, Bramworth Road, Doncaster, DN4 0HW
Who for: This programme is open to anyone interested in developing stewardship skills, whether you are a local resident, volunteer, student, or simply keen to support community and environmental initiatives. No previous experience is required.
Booking: https://riverlution.co.uk/training/stewardship-skills/
Cost: Free
Session details:
Learn hands-on stewardship and land care techniques
Gain experience that supports local community and environmental projects
Connect with others who share an interest in making a positive impact
Parking: Free parking is available at the site.
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What: Ride, Strive and Thrive
When: Tuesday 14th October, 10am - 1pm
Where: Woodfield Park, DN4 8QP
Who for: Anyone aged 16+
Booking: ridestrideandthrive@doncaster.gov.uk, 07929 655966
Cost: Free
Details: Whether you're new to cycling or looking to build confidence, these friendly sessions are tailored just for you!
40 minute sessions for adults, delivered 1 to 1, or with friends, family, carers or support workers every Tuesday 10.00am – 1.00pm at Woodfield Park, DN4 8QP. Booking essential - contact us to arrange!
All equipment provided (bikes, adapted cycles & helmets)
Open to all abilities and fitness levels
Traffic-free routes around Woodfield Park, or sessions on local cycle paths and roads if you wish
Led by qualified trainers from Pedal Ready
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------What: Workshops in the Wild
When: Date & Time: 14th October 10:00am- 3:00pm
Where: Venue: Bramworth Road Allotments, 40 Bramworth Rd, Doncaster DN4 0HZ
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Booking: No booking required, just turn up
Description: On Tuesday 14th October,Bramworth Road Allotments will host 'Workshops in the Wild' as part of the Remake Learning for Life week, aimed at supporting economically inactive and unemployed individuals aged 16+ to explore new skills and career pathways by engaging in hands-on learning activities. However, it is open to all who may be interested!
Our no-cost event will look to teach:
- the basics of drone surveys
- an introduction to life cycles in ecological studies
- the making of wildflower meadows
- ideas of natural circularity (such as with composting)
- an introduction to dry stone walling
- the correct method of tree planting and suggested aftercare
- crafting hazel hurdles and fencing
- seasonal outdoor cooking essentials
What: Pop-up Learning - Quick Skills, Big Wins
When: Tuesday 14 October 11am - 3pm
Where: Tuesday 14 October 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Where: St Judes Parish Church Hall, Shady Side, Hexthorpe, DN4 0ED
Who for: Anyone aged 16+
Cost: free
Booking: book a place here - https://tinyurl.com/3s6mfx8u
Session details:
Join this free event to discover calming, mindful and journaling methods.
All materials will be supplied.
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What: Mosaic Art: Scene from Hexthorpe Flatts- Smudges Adventures
When: Date & Time: 14th October 4:00pm- 6:00pm
Where: Venue: Evanston Gardens Community Hall, Hexthorpe DN4 0PX
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Booking: No booking required
Description: Create a piece of mosaic artwork of Hexthorpe Flatts using upcycled materials – a scene of the illuminations that used to be there with text in the string of lights including memories of Hexthorpe. The sessions are relaxed and fun with no previous art experience required.
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What: Pub Painting - 'Pumpkins'
When: 14th October 6:30pm
Where: St Judes Parish Church Hall, Shady Side, Hexthorpe, DN4 0ED
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Book at: https://tinyurl.com/9ubwdt89
Description: Step-by-step painting session - Get creative at Hexthorpe’s very own Pub Painting Art class! 🎨 No art skills required. Even if you have trouble drawing a straight line with a ruler... Pub Painting caters for all levels! You will create your own masterpiece in our step-by-step method with one of our talented Artists. At this session we will be painting the Pumpkin Starry Night piece inspired by Van Gogh. Don't worry about equipment, we've got it covered! Paint, brushes and the canvas are all included in the ticket. This means you'll get to take home your very own piece of art at the end of the night!
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Wednesday 15 October
When: Mon 13th - Thursday 16th October, 9:30am - 4:30pm daily
Where: Allotment Car Park, Bramworth Road, Doncaster, DN4 0HW
Who for: This programme is open to anyone interested in developing stewardship skills, whether you are a local resident, volunteer, student, or simply keen to support community and environmental initiatives. No previous experience is required.
Booking: https://riverlution.co.uk/training/stewardship-skills/
Cost: Free
Session details:
Learn hands-on stewardship and land care techniques
Gain experience that supports local community and environmental projects
Connect with others who share an interest in making a positive impact
Parking: Free parking is available at the site.
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What: Digital Work Readiness Skills - ESI UK
When: Wednesday 15th October 10am - 3pm
Where: St Jude’s Parish Church, Shady Side, Doncaster, DN4 0ED
Who for: Unemployed seeking support and training to help gain employment or Employed looking for further training in digital skills, such as common the use of Microsoft packages like outlook, word, excel, etc.
Booking: call 0844 884 3374 or email contact@esi-uk.com
Cost: Free
Session details: This programme is designed to improve individuals with basic digital confidence and employability skills. The course itself covers the following elements: introduction to computers, navigating a desktop, getting online, email, mobile devices and apps, staying safe online, CV building, interview skills and applying for job vacancies. In addition to the delivered course, we intend to provide access to a complimentary 12-month subscription to the ESI-UK CPD library, which contains over 100 digital learning courses, along with access to industry specific programmes, such as customer service, HR, sales, digital marketing, project management, etc
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What: Zine Machine Workshop with Surfing Sofas
When: Wednesday 15th October 10:30am - 12:30pm
Where: Right Up Our Street, 42 Saint James Street Doncaster DN1 3BB
Who for: Anyone aged 16+
Booking: via link: https://tinyurl.com/ye2mwn77
Cost: Free
Session details: Join us for a creative session where you can learn how to make your own zines with the talented Surfing Sofas. No experience necessary, just bring your imagination 🌟 connect with other young people and get to hear the artist talk about their own art journey. A relaxed space to make art and widen your view of art. See you there!
Thursday 16 October
When: Mon 13th - Thursday 16th October, 9:30am - 4:30pm daily
Where: Allotment Car Park, Bramworth Road, Doncaster, DN4 0HW
Who for: This programme is open to anyone interested in developing stewardship skills, whether you are a local resident, volunteer, student, or simply keen to support community and environmental initiatives. No previous experience is required.
Booking: https://riverlution.co.uk/training/stewardship-skills/
Cost: Free
Session details:
Learn hands-on stewardship and land care techniques
Gain experience that supports local community and environmental projects
Connect with others who share an interest in making a positive impact
Parking: Free parking is available at the site.
What: Explore Social Care
When: Thursday 16 October 10am-4pm
Where: St Judes Parish Church Hall, Shady Side, Hexthorpe, DN4 0ED
Who for: anyone aged 16+
Book at: TBC
Cost: Free
Session details:
Learn more about jobs in Adult Social Care
Learn about our Jobs Pool
Learn about apprenticeships in care
Try some e-learning to learn more and show employers you have done some background research on aspects of adult social care.
Hands on basic life support awareness training
Try some hands on care simulation training
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What: Roots to Renewal Workshop
When: Thursday 16 October 10am-1pm
Where: Right Up Our Street Shop Space, 48 St James Street, Balby Bridge, Doncaster
Who for: anyone aged 16+
Book at: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1731711980149
Cost: Free
Session details:
What's included?
Get free resources and patterns to try out at home.
Take part in two hands-on activities:
Eco-Printing & Upcycling: Learn to work with foraged natural materials and create your own patterns on textiles.
Nature-Inspired Design: Have a go at fashion illustration and making mood boards, using colours and shapes from the outdoors.
Why Join?
Try out new textile and design skills in a supportive, fun setting.
Find out how fashion can have a positive impact on people and the planet.
Learn about different roles in fashion—from making and styling to running a sustainable business.
Meet people, ask questions, and pick up information about further workshops, training, and volunteering opportunities.
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What: Music Production Workshop Right up our street
When: Date & Time: 16th October 10:30am- 12:30pm
Where: Right Up Our Street, 48 James Street, Balby, DN1 1ES
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Booking: call 01302 326395
Description: Music production, lyric writing, and storytelling, working with themes of place and belonging.
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What: Funfilled Days
When: Date & Time: 16th October 1pm- 3pm
Where: 83 Warmsworth Road, Balby, Doncaster DN4 0TN
Who for: Anyone 18+
Cost: Free
Booking: email steph@funfilleddays.co.uk to book.
Description: Lunch followed by 'crafts that don't damage the planet' - including simple recycled and upcycled activities
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What: Beauty Taster- Learning Curve Group
When: Date & Time: 16th October 1.30pm
Where: Central Family Hub, Welcome Way, Doncaster, DN1 3LE
Who for: Anyone 16+
Cost: Free
Booking: No booking required
Description:
Our learners will be setting up a vibrant practical area where they’ll showcase a variety of stunning makeup looks and imaginative face painting designs. They'll be demonstrating their skills on each other throughout the session, bringing artistry and technique to life.We’ll also have consultations available for anyone who’d like to have a look practised on them. Whether you're curious, adventurous, or simply want to be part of the fun, you're warmly invited to join in!
Friday 17 October
What: Construction Virtual Reality Session
When: 17 October, 9:30am-11:30am
Where: The King's Cross Church, 90 Urban Road, Hexthorpe, DN4 0EP
Who for: Anyone 16+
Booking: https://tinyurl.com/yesjact8
Description:
Ever wondered what it’s like to work on a construction site? Our Construction VR session lets you step into a fully immersive virtual site, practise real-life scenarios, and explore health, safety, and site management in a hands-on way.
Navigate a construction site safely and confidentlyPractise practical skills in a risk-free VR environment
Build experience and confidence through interactive simulations
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What: Group led walks Ride, Strive and Thrive
Who for: Anyone 16+
Booking: No need to book – just turn up and walk with us!
Session 1-
When: 17 October 10.00am
Where: Meet at St John’s GP, Greenfield Lane, DN4 0TH (St John’s GP to Balby Library)
Session 2-
When: 17 October 11.00am
Where: Meet at Greenfield Lane entrance, DN2 0HY (Hexthorpe Flatts Park)
Session 3-
When: 17 October 12.00PM
Where: Meet at Weston Road entrance, DN4 8QP (Woodfield Park Walk)
Description:
Looking to get moving, meet new people, and enjoy the outdoors? Ride, Stride and Thrive group led walks are a great way to do just that!
- Walks last up to 30 minutes and are suitable for all abilities and fitness levels
- We walk at the pace of the slowest walker, with rest stops as needed
- Routes are designed to be accessible for wheelchairs and mobility aids
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What: Family Day drop in- Family Hub
When: 17th October 1:30am-3pm
Where: The King's Cross Church, 90 Urban Road, Hexthorpe, DN4 0EP
Who for: For parents of children birth to 11 and anyone 16+
Cost: Free
Booking: No booking required, just drop in.
Description:
Upcycling crafts, decorating canvas bags, activity packs, volunteering advice, winter warm resources, free books, Be Well, neighbourhood Team, Your place.
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What: Work and Wellbeing with local employers
When: 17th October 11am-3pm
Where: St Jude’s Parish Church, Shady Side, Doncaster, DN4 0ED
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Booking: No booking required, just drop in.
Description:
This event provides you with a fantastic chance to speak to employers, gain advice around joining the workforce, speak with recruiters, access support with further skills training, access CV sessions and travel busting tips. You'll also be able to gain volunteering opportunities and speak to health providers to build your confidence and take the first steps back in to employment.
Meet employers including: Reed in Partnership, Ride strive and Thrive, Talking Therapies, Advance Employment Hub, Riverlution, Togel, Vermuyden care, Blue Bird Care, Adfrey care, The skills Acadamy, Doncaster Council, Workforce Development Social Care, Automotive Finess, Learning curve, AFCL, South Yorkshire Fire Services.
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What: Self-portrait Photography Workshop Right up our street
When: Date & Time: 17th October 11am- 1pm
Where: Venue: Right Up Our Street, 48 James Street, Balby, DN1 1ES
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Booking: Visit Self-Portrait Studio with Chandni at Balby Bridge Workshop Space | RUOS event tickets from TicketSource to book
Description: Self-portrait photography workshop helping participants explore identity, confidence, and creativity.
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What: Step into Teaching - a Virtual Classroom
When:
Session 1 - Teaching Assistant, 17th October 12pm-2pm
Session 2 - Early Years, 17th October 2:30pm-4:30pm
Where: The King's Cross Church, Hexthorpe 90 Urban Road Hexthorpe DN4 0EP
Who for: Anyone aged 16+
Cost: Free
Booking:
Teaching Assistant: https://tinyurl.com/ydda72he
Early Years: https://tinyurl.com/ydda72he
Description:
Ever wondered what it’s like to stand at the front of a classroom? Our Teaching VR sessions give you the chance to step into a fully immersive virtual environment and experience real-life scenarios as a Teaching Assistant or Early Years Practitioner.
Practise behaviour management and classroom supportExplore safeguarding and wellbeing in an early years setting
Build confidence through hands-on, interactive VR simulations
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What: Sculpture Workshop Right up our street
When: Date & Time: 17th October 2pm- 4pm
Where: Venue: Right Up Our Street, 48 James Street, Balby, DN1 1ES
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Booking: Visit Right Up Our Street online ticket sales powered by TicketSource to book
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What:Self-portrait Photography Workshop Right up our street
When: Date & Time: 17th October 2pm- 4pm
Where: Venue: Right Up Our Street, 48 James Street, Balby, DN1 1ES
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Booking: Visit Self-Portrait Studio with Chandni at Balby Bridge Workshop Space | RUOS event tickets from TicketSource to book
Description: Self-portrait photography workshop helping participants explore identity, confidence, and creativity.
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Mosaic Art Scene from Hexthorpe Flatts/Smudges Adventures
When: Date & Time: 17th October 4:00pm- 6:00pm
Where: Venue: Evanston Gardens Community Hall, Hexthorpe DN4 0PX
Who for: Anyone 16+ seeking employment
Cost: Free
Booking: No booking required
Description: Create a piece of mosaic artwork of Hexthorpe Flatts using upcycled materials – a scene of the illuminations that used to be there with text in the string of lights including memories of Hexthorpe. The sessions are relaxed and fun with no previous art experience required.
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Don't forget that you can attend as few or as many events as you'd like! Just check the above event details to see the individual booking or contact information.
Develop skills and shape your career
The purpose of these events is to offer local people aged 16+ the chance to be involved in activities that develop their skills and employability. There will also be an opportunity to find out more about working in local industries and finding a new career.
These activities will all be delivered in fun and interactive ways. There will be multiple free or low-cost activities for you attend, all run by local organisations!
Read more about Remake Learning Days here.