Have you ever wanted to learn about astronomy or brush up on your painting skills? Maybe learn a language or improve your English and maths?

Click on the heading to use our Course Search to find what’s running at your local centre, or find that particular course that you’ve been looking for.

You can either type in the subject you are looking for, or leave that section blank and select your local college to find out what's running there. For more general information on areas of learning and levels check out our webpages at www.leics.gov.uk/golearn

Contact the Adult Learning Service on 0116 3056387, or email adultlearning@leics.gov.uk for more information.

I am the community project officer for BTCV leicestershire and Rutland, and I currently run a practical conservation project at New Croft Hill Nature Area. All ages and abilities are welcome.

Please contact me for further details if you would like to volunteer at the site.

I can also help any local community groups to set up or run their projects, giving advice on anything from tree planting to pond creation, or leadership training and health and safety.

Leicestershire Museums Archaeological Fieldwork Group has, since 1976, undertaken through its local Groups, an award-winning programme of active archaeological fieldwork throughout Leicestershire. The Group, in conjunction with Leicestershire County Council Museums Service archaeologists, holds regular lecture meetings, has its own Newsletter, "The Fieldworker" and provides training courses for beginners.
The Group also supports the work of archaeologists in both the City and County Museums Services, including the events programme at Jewry Wall Museum and Donington le Heath Manor House.
If you would like to join please send the annual subscription, with an application form, - £3(unwaged), £5 (waged), £5 (unwaged family) or £8 (family membership)to LMAFG at County Hall

Meetings and training sessions as and when appropriate.
Events, meetings, training sessions, field walking and projects such as the current Excavation Programme will be advertised throughout the village, in the village newsletter and on the website.
All Adults from Great Bowden and surrounding area welcome.

For a good time, easy going Caller ideal for Weddings, Family Parties/Do's and company functions, be prepared for a great time, wear sensible shoes and a sense of humour. No matter what age you are you will enjoy a barn dance with "Maca the Caller" the most re-booked caller in Leicestershire!
No experience needed just come along and enjoy yourselves. I work with a variety of bands (which I can sort out for you) and I can do a smaller function with recorded music.
To add a bit of atmosphere to certain halls I can also supply coloured lights! Give me a call on 01455 284 285,
077 86 16 80 52.

Christian Ministers, Church Leaders & Marriage Counsellors with over 25 years experience. Willing to help with friendship, advice and prayer those who feel they need God's help through faith in Jesus Christ.

Centre Stage is the Rural and Community Touring Scheme for Leicestershire and Rutland bringing opportunities for professional live touring to village and community venues throughout the two counties.
Touring companies and performers with regional, national and international profiles who specialise in work for small spaces tour to venues across Leicestershire and Rutland offering a fantastic night out on your doorstep.
These tours include a wide range of theatre, music, opera, dance, storytelling and poetry, children's theatre, puppetry and comedy theatre, with members of the local community hosting the event. When possible, and appropriate, allied participatory workshops are offered and these are placed in the local community.
All the shows listed are professional performances subsidised by your local District or Borough Council, and the two County Councils of Leicestershire and Rutland.
Most of the shows are suitable for general family audiences; however, to make it easier for you to plan a great night out, look for the family friendly symbol and particulary the age recommendation. For more information on the Scheme call Sue Roberts: 01544 327877
Tickets are sold locally for each event by the village or community promoters. Check with each venue for ticket prices.
The scheme is co-ordinated by Artservice on behalf of The Leicestershire and Rutland Arts Development Officers' Forum.

I am the Village Website Content Co-ordinator for Leicestershire Villages. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the website or if you need any help putting your own information onto the site. We can also arrange training sessions if required. If you are a community group (e.g. local history group, scouts etc.) get in touch and we can see how we can help you put content on the site. We would like everyone in the community to be actively involved in this website so get in touch if you need any help getting started.

Registered Providers Alex Beeson & Catherine Walker
Morning & Afternoon sessions subject to availability

Please contact Alex Beeson for further information on:
Tel: 01858 410699 or 0796 966 8507

DON’T SUFFER IN SILENCE

Do you know someone who is experiencing Domestic Violence?
Do you know someone who wants to stop their violent behaviour?
Do you yourself need to speak to someone in confidence?

If so ring the Domestic Violence Helpline on :
0116 255 0004

Our opening hours are: Monday – Friday 10.00am-3.00pm
Monday – Thursday 7pm -9.00pm
Saturday 10.00am – 2.30pm
Sunday 1200.pm – 3.00pm

Formerly known as Environ, Groundwork Leicester & Leicestershire is an independent charity and member of the national organisation, Groundwork UK. We provide information, advice and practical help to encourage individuals and organisations to take practical steps towards a more sustainable future.

Our history began when Environ was created in 1993 by the merger of two independent charities: Leicester Ecology Trust and Leicester Environment City Trust. The origins of these organisations go back to 1983 when the City Wildlife Project was first established - so we have a long track record!

We became a Groundwork Trust in April 2006 and changed our name to Groundwork Leicester & Leicestershire.

Our workforce of over 40 professional staff is supplemented by committed volunteers, trainees and work placements. We pursue an ethos of partnership in all that we do, engaging with government bodies, businesses and local communities to involve everyone in action for the future.

Tel: 0116 222 0222; Fax: 0116 255 2343

Farm Crisis Network: Folk who know farming talking with farming folk.
Ring: 0700 2326326

Farming Crisis Network (FCN), founded in 1993, is a UK network of groups of volunteers drawn from the farming community and rurual churches, ready to help farming people and families as they seek to resolve their problems.
For some all that is needed is an opportunity to talk. Others may need someone to "walk with" them for weeks, months or longer.

FCN’s service is confidential and free of charge.
If you would like to contact FCN for help or on behalf of someone who needs help, please ring the FCN helpline on 07002 326 326 (available 1.00am-11.00pm)

FCN is part of the Farming Help partnership of national charities working in the farming community, together providing a wide range of complementary support. FCN also works with and alongside many other organisations in order to source and provide the best available help in every individual situation. This includes professional advice and support where appropriate.

FCN’s national office can be contacted for information and general enquiries from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm on week days:

Tel: 01788 510866
Fax: 01788 511026

Meet at the Village Hall, The Green, Great Bowden, LE16 7HS
2nd Tuesday of month at 7.30pm
Membership Information: Annual Subscriptions are:-
Family £8.50, Individual £5.50
We welcome visitors at our meetings, for a charge of £2 which includes refreshments

Head teacher - Mrs Stephanie Edwards
Great Bowden C of E Primary School

To research the history of Great Bowden; to provide informative talks on local history; to publish historical information about the village and its inhabitants.
Meet at Great Bowden Village Hall, The Green, Great Bowden
First Monday in month 7.30pm

Please contact Diane Cancelliere for availability on 0779 047 0411
Session times:
Monday to Friday mornings - 9.00am until 12.00pm

Tuesday and Thursday afternoons - 12.15pm until 3.15pm

or double sessions available on Mon, Tue & Thurs
9.00am until 3.00pm

Registered Charity No. 1039424
Established since 1984, Great Bowden Pre-school is a member of the Pre-school Learning Alliance.
Registered with Ofsted for 26 children aged from 2½ to school age.

"For the musical development and financial support of local children who play orchestral instruments."

We hope you’ll be able to find the kind of job you’re looking for with Leicestershire County Council, quickly and easily. On these pages you will find lots of helpful information about working for the Council and how to apply for jobs.

The service I offer is for people who would like to know more about building regulations with regards to various electrical installations in their homes and what they should expect. It should help to point them in the right direction when choosing a contractor to carry out work. My advice is totally free.

The Society was founded in 1855 and over the years has changed its name slightly, but its aims have virtually remained the same; 'to promote the study of history, archaeology, antiquities and architecture of the county'. Membership stands at around 400 and in addition some 100 institutions receive our annual publication around the world.
Having celebrated our 150th anniversary we now look forward to strengthening the work of the Society in order to maintain its position as the premier archaeological and historical society in the county.

Are you a voluntary or community group looking for professional support? Do you need a marketing strategy, legal advice, a survey, ICT support, or accountancy advice?
Leicestershire ProHelp is a network of professional firms offering free advice and strategic support for one-off projects for the voluntary and community sector. Member firms include solicitors, marketing consultants, accountants, architects, IT experts, and surveyors.

Click on the web link above to view the tennis club website

I help co-ordinate parish plan activity within the County Council. Working closely with the Rural Community Council (Leicestershire and Rutland) my involvement in the process includes commenting upon draft questionnaires and responding to action plans. Principally I provide a link between parish plan groups and service providers here within the County Council. I can also be contacted by telephone on 0116 265 6179

The main interest of club members is radio controlled model aeroplanes, but members also have interests in helicopters, free flight, gliding, control line and electric.

Postwatch is the consumer watchdog for postal services. We act as the voice of the consumer in all postal matters, ensuring that customers get the best possible service at realistic prices.

Postwatch is an independant body. We are neither part of Royal Mail nor the government.