Introduction to Sourdough Bread Making

Discover the magic of sourdough with our hands-on breadmaking class. Learn the ancient art of crafting delicious and healthy sourdough bread from scratch. Our experienced instructor, Ian, will teach you the secrets to creating the perfect loaf, from creating and maintaining a starter to shaping and baking your bread. Join us for a fun and educational experience that will elevate your baking skills to new heights. Sign up now and unlock the wonders of sourdough breadmaking!

You don’t need to have any prior baking experience and we make sure that the classes are friendly and informal with plenty of time for practice and individual guidance.

In the “Introduction to Sourdough Bread Making” class you’ll get to make three different types of sourdough breads: a delicious Scandi-style rye tin loaf, Focaccia and a Country-style rustic loaf. We’ll bake the rye loaf and Focaccia on the day and you’ll take the finished country loaf bread dough away with you to bake at home. You’ll also learn how to keep a sourdough starter healthy and active, ready to bake more delicious bread at home.

A vegetarian lunch is provided and there’s also lots of bread and other baked treats to try too! You’ll also receive some fresh sourdough starter, a detailed instruction booklet with the recipes and a proving basket.

The class runs from 10:00am to approximately 3pm (end time depends on how active the dough is on the day) at our home in the little village of Hawton just outside Newark-on-Trent.

Being close to the A46 and A1 makes us convenient for people travelling from Lincoln, Nottingham, Leicester and further afield. We’re also easy to get to from both Newark Northgate mainline and Newark Castle stations.

Bespoke classes can also be arranged for businesses and private parties. Email us at bake@staghillbakes.co.uk to discuss your requirements.

Classes in 2025:

• Friday 24 January (Sold Out)

• Sunday 2 February (Sold Out)

• Wednesday 19 February (Sold Out)

• Friday 14 March (Sold Out)

• Wednesday 23 April (Sold Out)

• Friday 16 May (Sold Out)

• Wednesday 18 June (Sold Out)

• EXTRA CLASS: Friday 27 June

• Wednesday 24 September (Sold Out)

• Friday 18 October (One place available)

• Wednesday 19 November

• Friday 12 December (Two places available)

Dates for classes in early 2026 will be released in October.

Bookings can be made via the button above (links to Craft Courses) or by emailing bake@staghillbakes.co.uk with your details and the date you are interested in attending.

Price: £130 per person

Cancellation Policy: Refunds will be given up to fourteen days prior to the class.

Allergy information: Please note that the class takes place in our home kitchen. As a result we cannot guarantee that our food and drinks are allergen-free.