A promotional flyer for horticulture courses by Lancashire Adult Learning features two elderly women gardening outdoors. One woman wears a purple jacket and pink scarf, and the other a grey jacket and black hat. The flyer includes course details, a QR code, and the Lancashire Adult Learning logo in the top right corner.

Compost Course

When: Mondays from 23rd February - 2nd March

3-week course every Monday from 1pm-3.30pm

Cost: Free to benefit recipients in Lancashire.

Location: Stubbylee Community Greenhouses

Info: An introduction into all aspects of compost including how to make your own and make the most of it!

For further information on the course, please contact the below email address:

Email: souta@thegreenhouses.org

Sofa to Saddle – Rossendale! 

Ready to swap the sofa for some real saddle time? Sofa to Saddle – Rossendale is the perfect way to kickstart your cycling journey, rediscover your confidence, or simply enjoy a fun day out in the fresh air.

Come ride with us in the stunning surroundings of Stubbylee Park—a beautiful spot to learn new skills, meet like-minded people, and build confidence at your own pace. Whether you're a complete beginner or just a bit rusty, this 6 WEEK friendly, supportive course is designed to help you enjoy every moment on two wheels.

 What to Expect:

  • A welcoming, no-pressure environment

  • Bikes and helmets provided for free

  • Gentle guidance to get you comfortable and confident

  • Local cycle path rides, with optional progression to road cycling skills

  • Plenty of smiles, support, and scenic views

No experience? No problem! If you’ve never cycled before—or haven’t in years—we’re here to help you feel at ease and enjoy the ride. Your cycling journey starts right here.

 Meet at: Stubbylee Community Greenhouses, Stubbylee Park, Bacup

 Course Starts: 9th Jan 2026 - Course Ends: 13th Feb 2026

 Time: Every Friday morning 10am- 12 Noon

 Bikes and Helmets: Will be provided free of charge for the duration of the course.

For more information please contact - Emma 07305749836

Level 1 Horticulture Course

When: Mondays from 13th April.

Every Monday from 1pm to 3.30pm throughout the year.

Cost: Free to benefit recipients in Lancashire.

Location: Stubbylee Community Greenhouses

Info: An introduction to get a deeper understanding of all aspects of horticulture, soil preparation, plant maintenance, weed identification, seed sowing and propagation. If you have the time and inclination, come along for this fantastic course that could progress onto a Level 2 with a City & Guilds qualification in horticulture!

For further information on the course, please contact the below email address:

Email: souta@thegreenhouses.org

Improving Mental Health Course (Group 14)

When: Tuesday from 24th February. 1.30pm-3pm

8-week course every Tuesday afternoon.

Cost: Free to benefit recipients in Lancashire.

Location: Stubbylee Community Greenhouses

Info: A psychoeducational course where participants are welcome to discuss relevant experiences should they wish. This is not an expectation and we must emphasise that this is not a counselling course and therefore, not an appropriate place to disclose past trauma as this could be triggering for others.

This course covers the following:

  • Getting the Basics Right; Looking at sleep, nutrition, and activity.

  • Stress and Anxiety.

  • Depression and Low Mood.

  • 5 Ways of Wellbeing; including a visit from our Social Prescriber Debbie Dewhurst.

  • Indentity, Self-Esteem, & Boundaries.

  • Managing Emotions; including building a personalised wellbeing toolkit.

For further information on the course, please contact the below email address:

Email: souta@thegreenhouses.org

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A flyer for horticulture courses featuring a smiling woman and man gardening with flowers and gardening tools outdoors, with logos for Stubbylee Community Greenhouses and Lancashire Adult Learning.
Certificate of award from Britain in Bloom Northwest presented to Stubbylee Community Greenhouses for gardening for health and wellbeing in 2024, signed by Bernard Pendleton.

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Certificate of award presented to Stubbylee Community Greenhouses for Level 5 Outstanding by the Royal Horticultural Society, with illustrations of gardening tools, plants, and gardening supplies on a floral-themed background.