30 June
All day
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Are you in Year 10 and thinking about studying at Craven College from September 2027?
Join us for an exciting, interactive Taster Morning on Tuesday, 30 June to explore courses and careers in a subject of your choice. Please note, you can only register for ONE workshop for this event.
Each workshop will include demonstrations, hands-on practical activities and insights into the careers you can progress on to.
Check out the options, select your favourite and get booking. We look forward to meeting you.
Important Note: Due to high demand, the Aviation workshop will also run an additional session from 1:30pm to 3:30pm.
Event FAQs
What time should I arrive for the event?
If you are attending a morning workshop, please arrive no earlier than 9:15am to the event, your workshop will start at 9:30am.
If you have registered for the afternoon slot for the Aviation workshop, please arrive no earlier than 1:15pm, your workshop will start at 1:30pm.
Where should I go for the event?
You will receive a confirmation of booking email when you register for this event. It will include all details of where you need to go on the day.
Most taster sessions take place at our Aireville Campus in Skipton:
Craven College
Aireville Campus
Gargrave Rd
Skipton, BD23 1US
T: 01756 791 411
The Mechanics, Countryside & Agriculture, Horse Management, Bricklaying, Electrical, Painting & Decorating, Plastering and Plumbing taster sessions take place at our Auction Mart Campus:
Auction Mart Campus
Gargrave Rd
Skipton, BD23 1UX
T: 01756 791 411
The Aviation taster session takes place at The Aviation Academy, our airside campus at Leeds Bradford Airport:
The Aviation Academy
Hangar 1, South Side Aviation Centre,
Leeds Bradford Airport
Leeds, LS19 7UG
T: 0113 391 0919
Can I bring anyone with me to the event?
Unfortunately, only students who have registered for the event can come into the event. Parents and guardians will be able to drop and pick up at each Craven College campus.
Do I need permission to come out of school for this event?
Yes, please get permission from your school to come to this event.
Do I need to bring anything with me to the event?
We recommend that all students bring a bottle of water, pen and notepad
When you register for a workshop, any other information you need to know will be emailed to you within your confirmation email.
Have further questions regarding the event? Email events@craven-college.ac.uk and our team will get back to you.
Tuesday 30 June 2026 – Taster & Room Information
| Taster | Activity | Meeting Room | What to bring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Studies | Spend your time in the workshop making enrichment activities for the animals at our Animal Care Centre before working as a team on a treasure hunt. | Animal Management Centre Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Art & Design (Fashion, 3D Design, Graphic Design, Photography and Fine Art) | Let your creativity flow in this interactive session where you will experience mark marking using magic ink! | Ingleborough Building – 1st Floor Art Studios Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting splattered! |
| Aviation | Airport codes are vital to the aviation industry. This workshop will give an insight into working in the booming industry whilst learning skills to support team communication in aviation. | Aviation Academy Hangar 1, Southside Aviation Centre, Leeds Bradford Airport, Leeds, LS19 7UG. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Beauty Therapy | This workshop introduces learners to pedicures – use your new skills for a pamper session! | Style Academy Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Business | This workshop introduces learners to two of the core skills essential in any business – communication and teamwork. Work with other learners in this interactive workshop to develop your skills. | Penyghent Building Room: P1.11 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Bricklaying | Spend the morning in our brand-new brickwork facility using the tools and equipment to construct a brick corner. | Tyro Training Reception Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Catering & Hospitality | Enjoy time in the kitchen creating a classic dessert – profiteroles with Cream Diplomat. | 3 Peaks Café Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Carpentry & Joinery | Spend the morning in the workshop using basic and fundamental joinery skills to construct a simple frame. | Ribblehead Building Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Childcare | Enjoy a range of activities designed to give an insight into learning about early years. Participate in a carousel of activities including creating a nursery setting within a given budget, making fruit wands as snacks, junk modelling to a specific theme, and taking part in discussion around the qualities necessary to be a practitioner. | Penyghent Building Room: P0.03 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Computing | Within the computer suite try an introduction to programming to give an insight into the vast computer industry. | Penyghent Building Room: P2.05 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Electrical | During this workshop you will spend the time in our electrical workshop learning how to wire a plug and a ceiling rose. | Tyro Training Reception Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Esports | Spend the workshop in the specialist Esports suite, participating in a range of events. | Penyghent Building Room: P2.08 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Countryside & Agriculture | Bring your knowledge of woodland features to participate in a treasure hunt with the other leaners in your workshop. | Tyro Training Reception Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear warm clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Hairdressing | From plaiting to putting hair up, spend your morning in The Style Academy learning the basics of styling! | Style Academy Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Health & Social Care | Spend the morning in our specialist Health & Social Care suites, immersing yourself in the world of health and social care. Make sweetie neurons exploring the function of the brain before enjoying a First Aid taster session and creating some fake blood! | Penyghent Building Room: P0.15 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Horse Management | Spend the morning at Craven Arena amongst our ponies. You will have the opportunity to spend some time grooming the horses and ponies before working with teammates on a scavenger hunt. | Craven Arena Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear warm clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! If you have a hat and boots, please bring them with you. |
| Media | Are you a budding film director? Using equipment and your own creative ideas create a short one-minute film! | Penyghent Building Room: P2.06 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Media Make-up | Use the industry approved materials and equipment in our specialist studio to experience the world of prosthetics, creating your own prosthetic finger! | Ingleborough Building Room: I0.12 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting splattered! |
| Mechanics | Spend the workshop in our new facility using industry-standard equipment. You will learn to identify vehicle components and then assist in dismantling an engine. | Tyro Training Reception Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear warm clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Nail Services | Let your creativity loose and shine through your nail art, learning skills to create exciting and professional designs. | Style Academy Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Painting & Decorating | Bring your creative skills with you as you spend your morning in the workshop producing a decorative piece of artwork! | Tyro Training Reception Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear warm clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Performing Arts | Welcome to Performing Arts! Enjoy a range of activities giving a taster of all disciplines needed to become a well-rounded performer. | Penyghent Building Room: The Hall Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. We recommend wearing clothes that are easy to move around in. |
| Plastering | In the specialised workshop space, use the materials provided to learn basic and fundamental plastering skills by plastering a wall. | Tyro Training Reception Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear warm clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Plumbing | In your workshop you will enjoy an introduction to soldering before making a basic frame including a machine bend, then pressure test your work! | Tyro Training Reception Auction Mart Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UX. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear warm clothes you don’t mind getting mucky! |
| Public Services | This workshop focuses on the role of fitness in public services, using discussion and practical activities. | Ingleborough Building Room: I0.14 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear your sports kit and bring a waterproof. |
| Science | Spend your workshop in the lab gaining new skills and insight as you dissect an eyeball! | Penyghent Building Room: P0.11 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
| Sport | Test your fitness with the range of equipment in our sports room before taking a deeper look at the lifestyles of elite athletes and current issues within the sporting environment. | Ingleborough Building Room: IO.18 – TV Studio Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. Please wear your sports kit and bring a waterproof. |
| Travel & Tourism | Learn important skills as you get a taste for the travel industry. With your peers work on airport codes and phonetics – vital in the world of travel! | Penyghent Building Room: P1.12 Aireville Campus, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1US. | We recommend that you bring a bottle of water, pen and note pad. |
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