Holmfirth Info

Modern Upholstery course – August 2025
2026-03-16 09:30 - 16:30, 2026-03-17 09:30 - 16:30, 2026-03-18 09:30 - 16:30, 2026-03-19 09:30 - 16:30, 2026-03-20 09:30 - 16:30, 2026-03-21 09:30 - 16:30, 2026-03-22 09:30 - 16:30, 2026-03-23 09:30 - 16:30 (Europe/London) and 7 more dates | Manorhouse School of Upholstery, The Workshop, Thorpe Grange Manor, Thorpe Lane, Almondbury, Huddersfield. HD5 8TA, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD5 8TA, United Kingdom
Our Modern Upholstery course has been developed as a comprehensive 12-day course suited to students who want to gain a broad set of modern upholstery skills, working with foam and other modern materials. This course will give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to set up and run your own upholstery business, or to make a range of modern pieces for your own use, or to progress in your current job.
The course is focused on teaching a range of core, transferable upholstery skills that can be applied to a range of furniture and items of soft furnishings, and that will allow you to begin creating from your own space, or to enhance your current job role. The equipment needed to set up your own upholstery studio is limited to a few key items, and you will learn about each of these on the course.
Summer block course will run August 18th to August 30th: Monday to Saturday x 2 weeks. 9.30 – 4.30pm

Spanish for Beginners at The Modern Language School
2026-03-16 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-23 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-30 11:00 - 12:30 | The Modern Language School, At Unit 7, Queens Square Business Park, Huddersfield Road, Honley, HD9 6QZ, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 4DS, United Kingdom
Begin your journey into the Spanish language with this fun and interactive beginner’s class. You’ll learn basic vocabulary, essential grammar, and common phrases for everyday situations—while practising listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. No prior experience needed—just curiosity and enthusiasm!

Spanish Beginners at The Modern Language School
2026-03-16 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-23 11:00 - 12:30 | The Modern Language School, At Unit 7, Queens Square Business Park, Huddersfield Road, Honley, HD9 6QZ, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 4DS, United Kingdom
✨ Ready to learn Spanish?
Join our Beginners Spanish Class and start speaking from day one! Perfect for complete beginners—fun, friendly, and practical.
🗣️ Learn everyday phrases
🌍 Explore Spanish culture
🤝 Meet new people
Book your spot today and say ¡Hola! to a new skill! 🎉
Other levels available

Portuguese Beginner Classes at The Modern Language School
2026-03-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-23 19:00 - 20:00 | The Modern Language School, At Unit 7, Queens Square Business Park, Huddersfield Road, Honley, HD9 6QZ, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 4DS, United Kingdom
Monday

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Beginners with Cátia Norinha

Why Learn Portuguese?
Welcome to our Portuguese page! You might have come to our site because you may be visiting Portugal, Brazil, Mozambique, Angola, Guinea-Bassau, São Tomé, Cape Verde, East Timor, Madeira or the Azores. (the eight countries where Portuguese is an official language) You may wish to learn a few phrases for a holiday, plan to live there, have an interest in learning Portuguese as a second language or need it for business purposes. As well as learning the language you may also wish to find out more about the culture and the people.

Our Portuguese Classes
Here at The Modern Language School we offer a range of Portuguese courses, along with the possibility of private tuition. The courses are taught by Lynne Hill, an enthusiastic, experienced and qualified language teacher (BA Hons 2:1, PGCSE) and the private tuition by a knowledgeable and dedicated online tutor Catia Norinha.
We are always committed to delivering the highest standards of Portuguese courses that are focused on the individual learning needs of our students and we strive to provide a fun and stimulating learning environment.
Whatever your reasons for wanting to learn Portuguese, the fact that Portuguese (and Spanish) is one of the fastest-growing European languages, makes it a smart choice and we hope you find a suitable Portuguese course here with us at The Modern Language School.

Class Timetable

Monday

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Beginners
Cátia Norinha

Enrol On A Portuguese Course

Why Learn Portuguese?
Welcome to our Portuguese page! You might have come to our site because you may be visiting Portugal, Brazil, Mozambique, Angola, Guinea-Bassau, São Tomé, Cape Verde, East Timor, Madeira or the Azores. (the eight countries where Portuguese is an official language) You may wish to learn a few phrases for a holiday, plan to live there, have an interest in learning Portuguese as a second language or need it for business purposes. As well as learning the language you may also wish to find out more about the culture and the people.

Our Portuguese Classes
Here at The Modern Language School we offer a range of Portuguese courses, along with the possibility of private tuition. The courses are taught by Lynne Hill, an enthusiastic, experienced and qualified language teacher (BA Hons 2:1, PGCSE) and the private tuition by a knowledgeable and dedicated online tutor Catia Norinha.
We are always committed to delivering the highest standards of Portuguese courses that are focused on the individual learning needs of our students and we strive to provide a fun and stimulating learning environment.
Whatever your reasons for wanting to learn Portuguese, the fact that Portuguese (and Spanish) is one of the fastest-growing European languages, makes it a smart choice and we hope you find a suitable Portuguese course here with us at The Modern Language School.

Italian Beginners classes at The Modern Language School
2026-03-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-23 19:30 - 21:00 | The Modern Language School, At Unit 7, Queens Square Business Park, Huddersfield Road, Honley, HD9 6QZ, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 4DS, United Kingdom
This is a weekly course starting Monday 8th September where you will learn the basics of this beautiful language. The courses will be held at our dedicated language school equipped with all the latest technology and run by our professional team of language teachers. With the option to attend either during the day 1-2:30pm or in the evening 7:30-9pm. Oh and if you can’t attend in person (and occasional class or all of them) there is the option to join online. These classes are fun and interactive and great chance to make friends as well as learn Italian. We also offer extra activities including film study session. Wine tastings and cookery evening. If you already know some Italian we have classes available at all levels.

Greek Beginner Classes at The Modern Language School
2026-03-17 19:15 - 20:15, 2026-03-24 19:15 - 20:15 | The Modern Language School, At Unit 7, Queens Square Business Park, Huddersfield Road, Honley, HD9 6QZ, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 4DS, United Kingdom
Wednesday

7:15pm – 8:15 pm

Beginners (yr1) with Tina Roussou

Why Learn Greek?
Greek has a rich history that spans over three millennia, making it one of the oldest recorded languages. It was the language of ancient philosophers, poets, and playwrights like Plato, Aristotle, Homer, and Sophocles. Learning Greek allows you to engage with classical literature and explore the roots of Western civilization.
Greece has a vibrant and influential culture. By learning Greek, you can delve deeper into Greek mythology, art, architecture, and music. You can also gain a better understanding of Greek traditions, customs, and way of life.
Moreover, Greece is a popular tourist destination, and knowing the local language can greatly enhance your travel experience. Speaking Greek allows you to communicate with locals, navigate the country more easily, and gain insights into the local culture that may not be as accessible otherwise.

Our Greek Classes
These classes provide a welcoming and engaging environment for adult learners to explore the complexities of Greek grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. The courses are taught Tina Roussou, who is a native Greek speaker, and experienced language teacher. As well as being passionate about her mother tongue she loves sharing the culture and history of her people. She is also a highly skilled linguist who holds a degree in English Language with German as well as a PGCE teaching qualification.

French Beginners classes at The Modern Language School
2026-03-19 17:45 - 19:15, 2026-03-26 17:45 - 19:15 | The Modern Language School, At Unit 7, Queens Square Business Park, Huddersfield Road, Honley, HD9 6QZ, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 4DS, United Kingdom
French Beginners classes at The Modern Language School
Thursday – 5:45pm – 7:15pm
French False Beginners with Melodie Golton

Why Learn French?
French is spoken by over 275 million people worldwide, making it one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. It is an official language in 29 countries, including France, Canada, Belgium, Switzerland, and various African nations.
Often regarded as a language of culture, art, and sophistication. By learning French, you gain access to a vast repository of literature, poetry, philosophy, cinema, and music. It allows you to engage with the rich history and contributions of French-speaking countries, such as France, Canada, Switzerland, Belgium, and various African nations.

Learning French can facilitate communication with individuals from diverse backgrounds and open doors to new friendships and connections. One of the world’s top tourist destinations, France is known for its iconic landmarks, picturesque landscapes, and renowned cuisine. Knowing this beautiful language can enhance your travel experiences by enabling you to navigate through French-speaking regions with ease. It also allows you to appreciate the local customs, connect with the locals, and gain a deeper understanding of the places you visit.

Our French Classes
Here at the Modern Language School, Honley, Huddersfield, we offer French courses for all levels both during the day and in the evening. Our French classes are structured in such a way that they allow the students to thoroughly enjoy their learning experience.
The courses are taught either by Nina Roberts, an enthusiastic, experienced and qualified language teacher or Roxane Fish (native French speaker) with 13 years of teaching experience and a passion for France and all things French.
As well as numerous courses we offer private tuition and French for Business, either on-site and your business or at our language school in Honley, Huddersfield. If you have any questions about the language classes or our school, please contact us. We hope to hear from you soon.

Weave Your Own Willow Spring Swallow & Bird Feeder - Devour
2026-03-20 09:45 - 16:00 | DEVOUR, Luke Ln, Thongsbridge, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 7TB, United Kingdom
Add a touch of handmade magic to spring with this full-day sculpture workshop, led by renowned basket maker and artist Joe Gregory.
For over 15 years, Joe has been teaching this beloved Craft all made with English willow.
Spend a relaxing, creative day learning to weave with beautiful natural willow as you craft your very own elegant swallow sculpture. Perfect for beginners and those with some weaving experience, this hands-on workshop guides you through the techniques needed to shape and finish this iconic bird.
Midday, enjoy a delicious fine Italian lunch, giving you time to unwind, chat, and soak up the atmosphere before the afternoon session.
After lunch, you’ll continue your weaving journey by creating a useful and beautiful bird feeder—a perfect addition to any garden and a lovely way to support local wildlife.
All tools and materials are provided, and you’ll head home with two completed pieces, new skills, and plenty of inspiration for future weaving projects.
https://www.devour.co.uk/learn-at-devour/willow-weaving-21st-november-2025?

PaperCraft Workshop at Carlile Institute, Meltham
2026-03-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Carlile Institute, Huddersfield Road, Meltham, HD9 4AE
Have you ever thought of making your own cards or gift packaging?
Then this may be the class for you! This class is suitable for new and experienced crafters alike. At each session we will make at least three projects with one generally being a 3D item based around the seasons and any events such as Christmas or Halloween.
We will use and learn a variety of stamping techniques, tools, mediums and card designs to complete our projects. Any guidance or support that is required will be given.
The cost of the class is £15 for a two hour session to include a kit with all the materials you will need to make your items (adhesives will be provided for the first session and then you will need to provide your own) along with all the support you require and light refreshments.
I am an Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator and the products I use in class are almost exclusively Stampin’ Up!
If you have any further questions please do contact me either via my FB page or by emailing nicannbaker@gmail.com
Please message me directly to book and pay for your place.
