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Half-Day DIY
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About our Courses
Half-Day DIY Courses
DIY Plumbing Courses
DIY Clubs
DIY Project Courses
Bitesize DIY Courses
FAQ
Reviews
Find Us
Our Beginners DIY Courses
Why we run DIY Courses for Beginners
At bePractical, we know that everyone has to start somewhere. The truth is, most of our courses are designed with beginners in mind. Whether you’ve never picked up a drill or are just tired of waiting for someone else to fix things, this is the right place for you.
We run our courses because we believe DIY should be accessible to everyone, particularly if you’ve ever felt unsure, unsupported, or simply haven’t been given the chance to learn. Our workshops are friendly, hands-on, and absolutely judgement-free. You don’t need any prior experience, or even your own tools. All you need is a bit of curiosity and the willingness to have a go.
We offer Ongoing DIY Support
And even when the DIY course ends, our support doesn’t. We’re always on hand for a bit of advice, a confidence boost, or to answer the questions that pop up when you’re back at home. You’ll also get follow-up notes from your session, so you can refer back whenever you need a reminder.
Every week, we see people surprise themselves, building confidence as much as shelves. It’s not about being an expert; it’s about giving things a try, learning safely, and leaving with practical skills you can use straight away.
So, if you’re looking for a place to get started, you’ve found it. Most of our courses are completely beginner-friendly. We’re here to help you feel at home, tool in hand, ready to tackle whatever needs doing.
So, why not get started today?
So, if you’re looking for a place to get started, you’ve found it. Most of our DIY courses are completely beginner-friendly. We’re here to help you feel at home, tool in hand, ready to tackle whatever needs doing. So, check out our courses below, and see if there’s something for you.
Beginners Practical DIY Courses
We run two Half-day DIY Courses designed for DIY Beginners. Both of these Courses are designed to give you a thorough all-round introduction to DIY. We’re all about building your confidence to get started on Home Improvement Projects at home.
Whether you want to learn to use a drill, start putting up pictures and shelves at home, or get stuck into some projects in the garden, we have the right DIY course for you.
Nailing it! DIY for Beginners
Discover the joy of learning how to do DIY at home in a fun and interactive way. If you’ve always wanted to explore the world of DIY but didn’t know where to start, this course is perfect for you.
Learn to use hand tools safely, discover exciting things about screws and finish off learning to use drills and impact drivers.
Fun! Fun! Fun!
£80
DIY "Next Steps"
Ever wondered how to drill into a wall without making a mess ,or felt nervous about putting up a shelf? This is the place for you.
Join our DIY "Next Steps" Course to take your DIY skills to the next level, and learn to drill into all kinds of walls, put up shelves and choose the right fixing.
Its not magic. Its DIY
£80
£20 Discount* when booking TWO Half-Day Courses at the same time.
*(Discount applies to Half-day DIY, Half-day New Home Survival Courses, Half-day Plumbing Courses & Half-day Project Courses)
Our New Home Survival Courses
We have just started TWO New Home Survival Courses just for people who are moving into a new home, and don’t feel confident about the day to day management and maintenance of a new home.
These courses are packed with tips and advice about things you didn’t even know you needed to know.
New Home Survival 1
Learn the absolute essentials:
Plumbing basics, understanding your electrics, carrying out essential safety checks & build your confidence with tools.
Everything you need to know to get you feeling confident in your new Home
New Home Survival 2
Build on New Home Survival 1:
Tackle common repairs, learn energy-saving tricks, diacover how to investigate and fix common damp issues, and get practical with planning and implementing DIY projects.
An essential toolkit for any new homeowner or renter knowledge wanting to feel empowered in their new home
£20 Discount* when booking TWO Half-Day Courses at the same time.
*(Discount applies to Half-day DIY, Half-day New Home Survival Courses, Half-day Plumbing Courses & Half-day Project Courses)
Beginners Plumbing Courses
We run two Half-day Plumbing Courses designed for Beginners. After all, most of us don’t know much about our Home’s Plumbing until things go wrong.
We’re here to change that, and help you get prepared, and prevent costly plumbing emergencies in your home.
If you’re ever wondered about the plumbing in your home really works, this is the place to start. Not only will you be able to uncover potential plumbing issues lurking in your home, but you’ll also arm yourself with the skills needed to tackle them effectively.
Both of our DIY Plumbing Courses are designed to give you a thorough all-round introduction to home plumbing. You’ll be able to talk to Plumbers, and understand what they’re talking about.
Empowerment starts with knowledge!
Home Confidence 1
Master your home’s plumbing in one practical Half-day session
Learn the ins and outs of Home Plumbing at home in a fun and informative way.
No more panic, no more uncertainty, no more unnecessary emergency call-outs. This hands-on workshop gives you knowledge & confidence to handle common plumbing situations.
£80
Home Confidence 2
Want to understand how your Kitchen & Bathroom Plumbing works?
Learn all about Taps, Traps & Wastes on our half-day hands-on DIY Course for beginners.
Discover what goes wrong, why and how to prevent it happening. Save money by avoiding costly plumbing call-outs and disasters
£80
£20 Discount* when booking TWO Half-Day Courses at the same time.
*(Discount applies to Half-day DIY, Half-day New Home Survival Courses, Half-day Plumbing Courses & Half-day Project Courses)
DIY Clubs
We run TWO Evening DIY Clubs for Beginners. We see these as the the stepping stone you need to gain that confidence, and feel more positive about tackling projects at home.
The Beginners and Women-only DIY Clubs cover the same material, the only difference is that we run a women-only club for women who feel more comfortable in a female-only space. Each DIY Club will happen at the same time/day each week for a 4-week term.
Beginners DIY Club
Hands-on, Fun, DIY Club to get Beginners started opn their DIY Journey. Learn essential DIY Skills in a relaxed -friendly environment.
Go home with new skills to start making home improvements with confidence and success.
Evenings over a 4-week term
£110
Women-only DIY Club
Supportive, friendly DIY Club, just for women.
Learn essential DIY Skills;
Get hands-on with DIY projects so that you can start making a start on all those DIY projects at home.
Evenings over a 4-week term
£110
DIY Project Courses
Curious about using power tools but not sure where to start? Our DIY Project Courses are designed for people who want to get hands-on, learn safe power tool skills, and tackle real home projects with confidence.
Each course is friendly, practical, and designed for beginners. You’ll learn how to handle essential power tools safely, while actually working on a real project, like fitting skirting boards or boxing in pipes. With small group sizes, there’s plenty of support, time to ask questions, and a relaxed, encouraging vibe, (no mansplaining, ever).
If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at DIY but felt a bit nervous about drills, saws, or making a mistake, you’re in the right place. We’ll show you how to use power tools safely and confidently, so you can get stuck in and surprise yourself with what you can do.
Installing a Wooden Floor
Always wanted beautiful wooden floors but worried about making a mistake? On this Half-Day Course, you’ll learn how to measure, cut, and fit flooring using power tools safely and confidently.
We’ll cover every step, from prep to finishing touches, so you can go home and install a new floor of your own.
£80
Installing Skirting Board
On this Half-Day Course, you'll learn how to measure, cut, and fit skirting boards with confidence.
We’ll show you how to use power tools safely, get neat corners, and create a professional finish.
All tools & materials included. No experience needed.
£80
Boxing-in Pipes
On this Full-Day Course, you'll learn how to hide exposed pipes and awkward corners with confidence. This hands-on course teaches you how to measure, cut, and build simple boxing using power tools like jigsaws and drills, even if you’re a total beginner. Tidy up your space and pick up practical DIY skills in a friendly, supportive group. All tools and materials provided!
£130
£20 Discount* when booking TWO Half-Day Courses at the same time.
*(Discount applies to Half-day DIY, Half-day New Home Survival Courses, Half-day Plumbing Courses & Half-day Project Courses)
Bitesize DIY
For those of you who don’t have the time for a half-day course, we run short 2-hour DIY courses designed to help you get started on your DIY Journey.
Our Bitesize DIY Courses are designed for the Complete DIY Beginner. These will give you an introduction to essential practical Skills & Knowledge.
Bitesize - Sealant 101
Learn how to use a Sealant Gun. Discover tips and tricks to seal your bath & shower successfully. Learn to seal up those gaps and cracks, and make your home more energy efficient.
Save yourself money.
Lots of useful Tips & Tricks for this tricky DIY project.
£40
Bitesize - Drilling 101
So many people worry about using a drill. Conquer your fears, on this introductory Drilling Course. Learn the basics of using a Cordless Drill safely and effectively.
You'll wonder what you were so worried about, and will be itching to go home and get started on new DIY projects.
£40
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Workshop Location
Address
bePractical Ltd 33 Brislington Hill Bristol BS4 5BE
Transport
There is ample FREE parking at the rear of bePractical Workshop.
We are also on the main Bus route from Bristol to Bath, so there is a regular Bus Service to & from Bristol Temple Meads Railway Station.
All Upcoming DIY Course Dates
Book TWO or More Half-day Courses at the same time & get a £10 discount on each course booked
Home Confidence 1 (Weekend)
Saturday 10 January 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Now FULLY Booked Next Course Date: Feb 13th
Home Confidence 2 (Weekend)
Saturday 10 January 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Now FULLY BOOKED Next Course: Friday 13th Feb
Women-Only DIY Club - Jan 2026
Monday 12 January 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Now FULLY Booked Next Women-only DIY Club: April 23rd
Beginners DIY Club - Jan 2026
Wednesday 14 January 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Now FULLY Booked. Next Beginners DIY Club: March 25th
Nailing it! DIY for Beginners (Friday)
Friday 16 January 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Now FULLY Booked Next Date with Spaces: 30 Jan
Nailing it! DIY for Beginners (Weekend)
Saturday 24 January 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Now FULLY Booked Next Weekend Course: 7th Feb
DIY "Next Steps" (Weekend)
Saturday 24 January 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Now FULLY Booked Next Weekend Course: Feb 7th
Nailing it! DIY for Beginners (Friday)
Friday 30 January 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
FULLY Booked Next Date with Space: Feb 7
All Upcoming DIY Course Dates
Book TWO or More Half-day Courses at the same time & get a £10 discount on each course booked
Recent DIY Advice Posts
Help, I have no Power….
Have you suddenly lost power in your home?
Are your neighbours’ lights still on?
Your RCD may have tripped. This is what you need to know to get your RCD reset and everything back up and running.
Let us know how you get on.
How to avoid Shoddy Work in your Home
Have you ever been left with a half-finished job or felt ignored by a tradesperson in your own home? Sadly, you’re not alone. Complaints about shoddy workmanship are on the rise, and many women share stories of stress, unfinished work, and feeling dismissed.
In this practical guide, I share expert tips, on how to find reliable tradespeople, what to ask before hiring, how to protect yourself with contracts and payment schedules, and what to do if things go wrong.
Take charge of your next home project and make sure you get the respect and results you deserve.
Smoke Detectors in the Night
Why do Smoke Detectors start beeping at night?
Don’t you just love it when the Smoke Detector starts beeping at 3am?
Here’s why & what you can do to stop it happening.
Look after your Smoke Detectors, and they’ll look after you!.
Keep your Home Safe
Four Essential Top Tips to keep your Home Safe.
Carry out these Four checks on the weekend that the clocks change
Discover our Four Top Tips for essential, checks to carry out to protect your home & your family.
Straightforward, simple advice that will save you money, and potentially your life.
Where is it Safe to Drill? Electrical Safe Zones
Where is it safe to drill?
Before you pick up your drill, learn about Electrical Safe Zones in UK homes, from the DIY experts.
This guide explains where it’s safe (and not safe) to drill into a wall, how to spot cable zones, and why understanding prescribed zones for electrical cables can help you avoid hidden dangers. Discover practical tips for drilling safely, and boost your DIY confidence!
Really essential knowledge for the DIYer.
Where do I Turn my Water off?
Discover how to tun off your water supply. In the event of an emergency, you will want to know how to do this very quickly. Follow-our guide for finding your Stop tap. and turning off your water quickly, before too much damage is caused
Which Drill Should I Buy?
Which Drill should you buy?
Confused by all the drills in the DIY aisle?
This beginner-friendly guide explains the different types of drills: cordless, corded, combi, SDS, and more.
What really matters when choosing a drill?
Find out why comfort, weight, and confidence matter, especially for women.
Learn why trying before you buy makes all the difference. Get honest, jargon-free advice and discover how our courses help you make the right choice for your first drill.
We’re not B&Q
B&Q might have all the tools, but bePractical DIY gives you the confidence to know what you actually need and how to use it. Our friendly courses help you build real skills before you ever set foot in a DIY superstore—so your next B&Q trip feels a lot less overwhelming, and a lot more empowering.
Unlock Your Confidence: The Best DIY Courses for Women Near You
Are you looking for a DIY Course for women in the UK? Do you want to learn some useful practical skills to empower you in your home? Look no further. We have the top DIY Courses for Women in the UK