Looking for a fun way to gain real-world experience and boost your CV? Our Barista Skills Course is designed especially for 15–17 year olds who want to learn practical coffee shop skills in a friendly, supportive environment.

Taught by Jess, our young and enthusiastic barista, this hands-on course gives you the confidence and experience to step into the hospitality industry. Learning from someone close to your own age makes the course relaxed, approachable and enjoyable.

To make sure everyone gets plenty of hands-on practice and individual support, each course is limited to just 4 participants. These small group sessions mean you'll have lots of time using the coffee machine, practising your skills and asking questions.

What you'll learn

• How to make a full range of hot barista coffees

• Iced coffee and speciality drinks

• Matcha preparation

• Basic latte art techniques

• Drink presentation and barista confidence

• Professional coffee skills you can add to your CV

At the end of the course, every participant will receive a Certificate of Completion, recognising the skills they've learned and providing a great addition to their CV, college applications and future job opportunities.

Course Details

Age: 15–17 years
Group Size: Maximum of 4 participants
Days: Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Session Times: 12:00pm–2:00pm or 3:00pm–5:00pm
Price:£50
Location:
The Apple Tree
6 Flood Street
Ockbrook
Derby
DE72 3RF

Whether you're looking for your first job, want to build confidence, or simply love coffee, this course is the perfect place to start. You'll leave with practical barista skills, real café experience, increased confidence and a certificate to showcase your achievement.

Spaces are very limited due to our small class sizes, so book early to secure your place!

Spend an evening in our rustic barn enjoying flowers, fizz and good company.

At Posy & Prosecco, you’ll sip unlimited prosecco while creating your own beautiful spring posy. Louise from The Greenery will guide you through it step by step, showing you how to arrange fresh seasonal flowers and foliage into something you’ll be proud to take home.

It’s a relaxed, feel-good workshop, perfect for coming with friends, marking a special occasion, or just treating yourself to something a little different.

What’s included:
• Unlimited prosecco 5:30 - 7pm
• A guided workshop with Louise
• Fresh seasonal flowers and greenery
• Your own finished posy and vase to take home

Please arrive at 5:30pm prompt - 7pm is an approximate finish time.

Choice to stay on and relax and enjoy a grazing board and bottle of wine / cocktail (optional extra)

Spaces are limited, so be sure to book early.

7pm onwards ~ Choose to stay on and make a night of it, relax and enjoy a grazing board and cocktails or wine in our gorgeous rustic barn with the fire roaring and lights twinkling (available extra).

Booking essential via www.theappletree.uk

Please note: cancellations require 48 hours' notice. Refunds cannot be given within 48 hours as flowers and materials are purchased in advance for each guest.

After your Sip and Stem evening from 7pm, why not stay a little longer and make a night of it in our gorgeous rustic barn?

Settle in and relax whilst our log burner is roaring and you unwind under twinkly lights. Enjoy a bottle of wine or a handcrafted cocktail from our full drinks menu, available on a pay-as-you-drink basis after 7pm.

You can also choose to add one of our beautifully curated grazing boards for £12 per person the perfect accompaniment to a cosy evening. Each board is thoughtfully styled and generously layered with artisan bread and crackers, a selection of indulgent cheeses, delicate cured meats, olives, creamy butter, fresh seasonal fruits and handpicked accompaniments. A deliciously rustic spread designed for sharing, grazing and lingering a little longer.

Unwind, indulge, and let the evening continue at your own pace.

Veggie option available.