As we start the new year we wanted to take a look back our our Skills Bridge students programme and achievements from 2025. Last term, Skills Bridge students had the chance to take part in a range of exciting trips and activities that have helped the students build confidence, develop independence, and acquire new skills. […]
December has been full of Christmas cheer here at Harrogate Skills for Living, with lots of fun, creativity and togetherness as we’ve celebrated the festive season. One of the highlights this month has been getting busy in the kitchen making delicious mince pies. Everyone enjoyed learning new baking skills, measuring ingredients, rolling pastry and, of […]
A Festive Celebration: Learners’ Christmas Party 🎄 The festive season came to life at Harrogate Skills for Living as learners and staff came together on Tuesday 2nd of December at Bilton Club to celebrate our annual Christmas party. It was a wonderful opportunity to relax, have fun, and reflect on the achievements of the year […]
Supporting Young People Through the Transition Years: Our New HS4L Resource Hub We are excited to share that Harrogate Skills for Living (HS4L) has successfully secured funding to support young people with learning disabilities and/or autism as they navigate the important transition years (ages 15–25). This project is designed for all young people in the […]
November has been a wonderfully busy month for our learners here at Harrogate Skills for Living! As the days grow colder and the evenings draw in, our groups have been filling their time with colourful crafts, homemade cooking, and plenty of fresh-air adventures. To celebrate the sparkle of Bonfire Night, learners got creative with a […]
Learners at the Harrogate Skills For Living day centre have kicked the autumn term off with a bang! We started with a brand new timetable in September filled with lots of new groups but also returning favourites including arts & crafts, cooking and the out and about group. The out and about group have enjoyed […]
In August our Briardene and Brackenley residents took part in this years Care Provider Olympics established by North Yorkshire Council. Access to regular physical activity for individuals living in care settings is clinically proven be important in maximising physical and mental health and wellbeing, supporting independence and promoting dignity. Deconditioning was identified as a key […]
We have successfully completed our first Bags of Taste programme and oh what fun it was for all the participants! Bags of Taste aims to transform the lives of people by giving them the help and practical support they need to buy and cook tasty, healthy and affordable food. They make it easier for people to […]
Summer residential fun for Skills Bridge learners!
6 August 2025
This year’s Skills Bridge annual residential trip saw our learners heading over to the SCONCE campsite, just outside Baildon, for 2 fun-packed days in nature without a mobile phone or a comfy bed! The activities were organised by the team at Go Wild Outdoors, who put together a busy itinerary to keep everyone entertained. They […]
Last Wednesday we boarded coaches and set out for our annual day centre trip to Scarborough - a firm favourite event in the Harrogate Skills for Living calendar. We were very lucky to have a day of bright blue skies with the sun shining. Once we arrived we split into groups and headed off to […]
