Top 6 Cake Decorating Courses in London

Top 6 Cake Decorating Courses in London


By Phoebe Griffiths

Get set to express yourself with all things sweet and delicious in 2026 through our cake decorating classes in London!

Interested in elevating your baking skills and transforming cakes into edible masterpieces? Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned baker, the realm of cake decorating is brimming with excitement and creativity. In London, an array of cake decorating courses awaits, promising delightful journeys of discovery and learning.

Delve into the art of cake decoration and uncover a world of possibilities, from mastering the basics like piping and fondant application to exploring intricate airbrush designs and the enchanting realm of sugarcraft.

Ready to embark on your cake decorating adventure? Discover our curated selection of six beginner-friendly courses designed to ignite your passion for baking and unleash your inner Star Baker. With expert guidance and hands-on experience, you'll hone your skills, create delectable works of art, and leave each session feeling inspired and accomplished. Get ready to sprinkle some magic onto your cakes and delight both your eyes and taste buds!

1. Create seriously cute cakes at this cupcake decorating classes – perfect for little ones!

If you’re looking for cute things to do in London during Spring, nothing beats spending a rainy afternoon playing with icing and cake! Whether it’s Easter half term or a random weekend where you feel like doing something fun and tasty, this is one of the best family-friendly cake decorating classes London has to offer. 

With the help and friendly guidance of talented cake decorators at The Avenue Cookery School, you’ll learn all the secrets, tips and tricks to creating seriously adorable cupcakes with style. 

Held in an airy, bright and open plan studio kitchen, you’ll be given all the different types of ingredients and materials you could possibly need to create all your whacky, weird and wonderful creature cupcake designs. When it comes to learning the basics and simply having fun, we think you can’t beat this delicious option! 

A woman helping a man to decorate a cupcake

2. Party on with this tipsy meets tasty cake and sip class

We love this one because it’s so unique – you won’t find many other cake decorating courses in London like it! 

If you’re looking to get creative while sipping on your favourite tipple and enjoying the company of other cake-loving Londoners, then this is the class for you. This unique cake decorating class London is perfect for those of you who like to have their cake and drink something too! Ideal for those searching for out-there hen party activities in London as well as those looking for fun catch-ups with their besties. 

At this tasty cake and sip, you will be given all you need to express yourself through cake art (all while grooving and sipping on your tipple of choice!). With the help of expert bakers, you’ll be given all the essential decorating skills before being let loose on your very own pre-baked five-inch cake. Walk away with your gorgeous creation and a feeling of elation! 

A bowl of icing being poured into an piping bag at a cake decorating class.

3. Cake or fake? Learn how to make a hyper-real hamburger cake at this cake decorationg course

Looking to step your cake decorating skills up a notch? Following the trend of cake or fake, this unique beginner-friendly class teaches you how to make a hyper-realistic cake that looks just like an actual hamburger. From the ground beef patty and melted cheese, to the lettuce and even the onion and sesame seed bun – you’ll learn all the techniques to recreate this classic fast food favourite in cake form. 

At The Academy of Cake Decorating, expert bakers will walk you through each step of making this delectable treat. From baking and assembly to decoration, colouring and fondant work – you’ll learn all the tips and tricks needed for creating your own unique hamburger cake. As well as learning about basic cake decorating techniques like marbling, airbrushing and ganache work, this class also gives you a chance to give your inner artist free rein with hand-painted elements too! 

A hand pouring raisins into a bowl of melted chocolate.

4. Ease your way into cake decorating with this fun airbrushing class

At this immersive airbrushing class, you’ll learn all the basics of using an airbrush to create beautiful, flawless and perfectly even designs on cakes. An ideal starting point for those who are new to cake decorating! 

Whether it’s for a special occasion or just because you want to embrace your inner baker, this beginner-friendly class will teach you the basics of airbrushing and how to use the equipment safely. As well as getting familiar with the tools, you’ll also learn some great tips and tricks for creating perfect designs every time. 

You will be able to practice on a range of surfaces so that when you walk away from the class, you’ll have gained all the knowledge needed to start experimenting with your own designs. 

A woman piping buttercream onto a cupcake.

5. Bake and decorate cupcakes with this all-rounder baking class

Not sure where to start when it comes to learning the basics of cake decorating? 

This all-rounder baking and decorating class at Greenwich Pantry is ideal for those who are completely new to the kitchen or have dabbled in a bit of baking before but want to learn more. 

You’ll start by learning all the basics of baking, from weighing and measuring out ingredients to baking it to perfection. Once you’ve gained the confidence you need, it will be time to move on to the fun part – decorating! Here you’ll be able to practice your piping skills with frosting, making fondant decorations and mastering how to use decorative cutters. 

By the end of this course, you’ll be confidently creating beautiful cupcakes that look – and taste – like they were made by a professional! 

6. Enjoy some parent-child bonding with this mum and kid afternoon tea and cupcake decorating 

Last on our list of London cake decorating workshops is this one-of-a-kind parent-child bonding experience at Roti Island. Here, you and your little one can enjoy a delicious afternoon tea with a Caribbean twist! 

You’ll be given all the ingredients and materials you need to make some truly delicious cupcakes that are full of flavour. Expert bakers will be on hand to teach you the basics of making cupcakes from scratch, as well as demonstrating different techniques for decorating them. 

Once your creations are done and baked, it’s time to enjoy a tasty afternoon tea complete with traditional Caribbean dishes like plantain chips, roti with stew and of course plenty of sweet treats! As well as enjoying great food, this class offers a chance to bond with your mini baker while learning how to make something delicious together.


 





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