Cocoa Jones launches weekly chocolate workshops in Purley from 6 August
Family-friendly sessions teach bar-making with ingredients from six continents, priced at £15 per person
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Purley residents can learn to make chocolate bars at weekly workshops starting on 6 August. Cocoa Jones Chocolate, located on The Parade in Old Lodge, will host sessions every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 12pm and 3pm. Each workshop focuses on a different continent, teaching participants how to craft a bar using local ingredients.
The sessions are priced at £15 per person. Attendees will receive a Cocoa Passport stamp and take home a custom-wrapped chocolate bar. The workshops are designed for families and individuals interested in the history and production of chocolate, as reported by Inside Croydon.
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What to expect at the workshops
Each session covers one continent. South America, North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania are all included in the series. The workshops begin with a brief history of chocolate from the featured continent. Participants then make a chocolate bar using ingredients typical of that region.
The final step involves designing and wrapping the chocolate bar in packaging inspired by local colours and themes. Cocoa Jones Chocolate said the workshops aim to provide a hands-on experience, combining education with practical activity, as stated in their promotional material.
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How to get there and book
The venue is at 2 The Parade, Old Lodge, Purley CR8 4DG. Reedham station is a two-minute walk away, while Purley Train Station is a 10-minute walk. Bus routes 60, 405, 466, 312 and 166 stop near the location.
Cocoa Jones Chocolate has not confirmed whether walk-in bookings will be accepted. Residents are advised to book online in advance, as reported by Inside Croydon. The website for bookings was not specified in the available material.
Who the workshops are for
The workshops are open to all ages, though children may require adult supervision. Inside Croydon described the sessions as family-friendly, suitable for those interested in food craft or cultural education. No prior experience in chocolate-making is necessary.
The sessions run for an unspecified duration. Cocoa Jones Chocolate has not provided details on group sizes or accessibility arrangements for the venue. Residents with specific requirements are advised to contact the business directly.
Questions this report answers
+How much do the chocolate workshops cost?
Each workshop costs £15 per person. The price includes making a chocolate bar, custom packaging and a stamp in a Cocoa Passport. No discounts for children or groups have been announced by Cocoa Jones Chocolate.
+What days and times are the workshops held?
Workshops run every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 6 August. There are two sessions each day: one at 12pm and another at 3pm. No workshops are scheduled for Sundays or weekdays outside these times.
+Where is Cocoa Jones Chocolate located?
The venue is at 2 The Parade, Old Lodge, Purley CR8 4DG. It is a two-minute walk from Reedham station and a 10-minute walk from Purley Train Station. Bus routes 60, 405, 466, 312 and 166 stop nearby.
+Do I need to book in advance for the workshops?
Cocoa Jones Chocolate has not confirmed whether walk-in bookings are accepted. Inside Croydon reported that residents should book online, though the booking link was not provided in the available material.
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