BIRMINGHAM WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Roll up your sleeves in Birmingham’s iconic baking tent and craft a classic Afternoon Tea
A 2.5-hour hands-on class in Birmingham where you bake scones, eclairs and other Afternoon Tea treats, then enjoy them with a complimentary brew.
Roll up your sleeves in Birmingham’s iconic baking tent and craft a classic Afternoon Tea.
Set in an iconic marquee in Birmingham, the British Baking Masterclass invites you to work in pairs and learn to bake a selection of Afternoon Tea treats—Victoria sponge sandwiches, éclairs and chocolate truffles—before assembling them on a cake stand and enjoying your warm creations with a complimentary cup of tea. The session is relaxed and immersive: no prior experience is required, all equipment and ingredients are provided, and the hosts even handle the washing up.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
An iconic marquee fitted for hands‑on baking
The Big Bakes runs its No.1 UK baking experience in beautiful marquees fitted with 12 baking stations and top appliances—everything you need is on hand so you can focus on baking and having fun.
Guided, pair-based technique and recipes
Working in pairs, participants are guided through recipes for classic Afternoon Tea items—Victoria sponge sandwiches, éclairs and chocolate truffles—under expert instruction; the experience is designed to be hands-on and accessible to all skill levels.
Assemble, taste and take home your creations
The class culminates in arranging your bakes on a cake stand and enjoying them with a complimentary brew; aprons, customisable decorations and a takeaway box are provided so you can relax and leave prepared to enjoy your treats later.
What the day feels like
What the class feels like
The session moves at a friendly, workshop pace: check in at the marquee, be shown to one of the paired baking stations, and follow step‑by‑step instruction as you mix, bake and decorate. Creations are plated on a cake stand and sampled with a complimentary cup of tea; throughout, staff supply ingredients, aprons and equipment and handle cleanup so the emphasis remains on learning and enjoying the process.
THE VENUE
An iconic marquee fitted for hands‑on baking
The Big Bakes runs its No.1 UK baking experience in beautiful marquees fitted with 12 baking stations and top appliances—everything you need is on hand so you can focus on baking and having fun.
THE LEARNING
Guided, pair-based technique and recipes
Working in pairs, participants are guided through recipes for classic Afternoon Tea items—Victoria sponge sandwiches, éclairs and chocolate truffles—under expert instruction; the experience is designed to be hands-on and accessible to all skill levels.
THE TASTE
Assemble, taste and take home your creations
The class culminates in arranging your bakes on a cake stand and enjoying them with a complimentary brew; aprons, customisable decorations and a takeaway box are provided so you can relax and leave prepared to enjoy your treats later.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this class suits — and where to take care.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring only yourselves and a willingness to bake—organisers provide all ingredients, aprons, customisable decorations and a takeaway box.
Wear comfortable clothes that are suitable for baking; chairs can be provided on request for anyone who needs to sit at their station.
All equipment and top appliances are supplied at the baking stations; staff also handle washing up after the session.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can I have a chair at my station while baking?
Yes — the operator can provide a chair at your baking station if you need to sit down during the event. Contact them in advance to request this.
How do I request a chair at my station?
Please contact the operator in advance to let them know you require a chair so they can ensure your station is set up accordingly.
Do I need any baking experience to join?
No prior baking experience is required—events are designed to be hands-on, welcoming and suitable for all skill levels; just bring your enthusiasm.
Do you provide equipment, aprons and takeaway boxes?
Yes — all equipment, ingredients, aprons, customisable decorations and a box to take away your creation are provided by the operator.
Will someone do the washing up?
Yes — the operator handles the washing up so you can relax and enjoy the tasting at the end of the session.
Can children attend and what are the age guidelines?
Children are welcome but there are specific rules: under‑5s can attend free in a team of three with two full‑price ticket holders (notify the operator when booking); children 6–13 must bake with a responsible adult and require tickets; 14–17 year‑olds may bake without a responsible adult at the station but must be accompanied at the event by a responsible adult who can supervise up to four such young bakers.