Cooks, The Carlton School of Food is more than just a cookery school; Cooks is a place to discover food. Launched on 1st May 2014, The Carlton School of Food is located in the original kitchens of Carlton Towers, the ancestral home of the Duke of Norfolk and currently home to Lord and Lady Gerald Fitzalan Howard.

Due to a last minute cancellation we have two spaces available for the first baking class at Cooks, to be taught by Great British Bake Off finalist Brendan Lynch. Any fan of the show will remember his superb baking and on this one-day class you will learn at least three separate bakes with Brendan, each one taking you through different techniques and skills. It promises to be a fun packed and informative day.

Whether your inspiration comes from the Great British Bake Off, or you just enjoy rolling up your sleeves and kneading dough, the better baking classes will hone your skills.

To register your interest please contact info@perception-uk.com or call the Perception team on 0845 293 2552.

Better Baking Course Outline

This is a busy demonstration with hands-on cooking. Open to all abilities.

09:30: Arrive for morning coffee in the Housekeeper's Sitting Room.
10:30: Head to the kitchen.
Lunch will be taken at a time to suit the class.
16:00: Course ends.
There will be no more than twelve in the class, and every student will have their own workstation

The décor of Cooks combines the historic features and ambience of the original kitchen, whilst introducing all the latest modern technology.

The magnificent ranges and the butler's pantry have been regenerated, the pastry room has been renovated for future classes and new oak furniture has been designed by local craftswoman Karan Main from The Main Furniture Company, Yorkshire.

Guests can also step back in time and see authentic pieces of history - including the original 'Carlton Hall Table' built in circa 1614 - which has remained in the house since it was built.

Cooks welcome everyone, from the absolute novice to the professional chef, the enthusiastic amateur, gap year student or those already running food-led businesses.

Learn to grow, cook, photograph or write about food. Come to bake, butcher, forage, preserve, get back to basics or further hone your skills. Explore the kitchen wisdom from the past, or the daring foods of the future.

The setting in 250 acres of parkland is glorious. The school is in the original kitchens of the historic Carlton Towers, Carlton near Selby, Yorkshire.

Above all, courses at Cooks are informative, inspirational and fun. Be prepared for a good time.

Cooks classes are available for up to 12 guests and prices for non-residential classes start from £170 for full day courses. Residential packages will be available at special rates for guests attending The Carlton School of Food. Guests can stay in the beautiful gothic stately home and discover the history of food in the historic surroundings.