Fakeaways
What is the Fakeaways course?
The Fakeaways course at West Notts College is a practical adult cooking course that teaches you how to recreate your favourite takeaway meals at home. You'll learn simple techniques for preparing healthier, more affordable versions of popular dishes while building confidence in the kitchen.
This fun, hands-on course is perfect for anyone who enjoys cooking and wants to save money without compromising on flavour.
Who should study the Fakeaways course?
This course is ideal for adults aged 19 and over who:
- Want to recreate takeaway favourites at home
- Enjoy cooking and trying new recipes
- Would like to prepare healthier family meals
- Want to reduce spending on takeaways
- Are beginners looking to build cooking confidence.
No previous cooking experience is needed.
What will you learn on the Fakeaways course?
You'll learn how to:
- Recreate popular takeaway dishes
- Cook healthier versions of family favourites
- Use simple ingredients and cooking techniques
- Build confidence preparing meals from scratch
- Save money by cooking at home
- Prepare delicious meals full of flavour.
When does the Fakeaways course start?
- Monday 12 April to Monday 21 June 2027 (9 weeks)
When do classes take place?
Classes take place:
- Mondays, 5.30pm to 8.30pm
How much does the Fakeaways course cost?
- FREE for eligible new learners*
- £7.50 per session for returning learners on a low income*
- £15 per session for returning learners on a higher income*
*Please contact us to check your eligibility.
How is the Fakeaways course delivered?
This practical course is delivered through weekly evening classes at West Notts College's Derby Road campus in Mansfield. You'll prepare dishes in a professional learning kitchen with guidance from experienced tutors and take home valuable recipes and techniques.
How do I apply for the Fakeaways course?
Simply click the Register your interest button in the Course Information section of this page. A member of our team will contact you with further information and help you enrol.
Why study Fakeaways at West Notts College?
- Learn healthier versions of takeaway favourites
- Save money by cooking meals at home
- Build practical cooking confidence
- Learn in small, supportive adult-only groups
- Suitable for complete beginners
- FREE for eligible new learners
- Adult learning support and guidance
Starting something new can feel like a big step, but you don’t have to do it alone. From careers guidance to mental health and wellbeing, we’re here to support you before you apply and throughout your time with us.
- Entry requirements
This course is only available to adults aged 19+.
- No previous experience or skills are required.
- Assessment
This is a non-accredited course therefore no formal assessment will take place.
- Careers
For advice and guidance on the careers this course may lead to, contact the our award-winning Careers and Employability team. Our fully qualified and experienced professional advisers specialise in providing high-quality, impartial careers advice and guidance, and can support you in exploring the career pathways this course or similar courses may offer.
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.