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What will I learn? This course will improve your ability to work with wood under the guidance of the tutor.You will work on a project of your own choice, so that your own level of skill increases and you finish the course with a completed item. You will be encouraged and instructed in the use […]

What will I learn? The course covers three main areas of practical gardening: ● Sustainable Kitchen Gardening● Plant Botany● Identification.During the course learners will cover:● The assessment and choice of sites for crops and ornamental plants● The organization of propagation of plants for a range of plants, including seeds, cuttings and grafting● After care of […]

What will I learn? During the course, through demonstration and project work, learners will complete small pieces of upholstery or continue larger projects. Learners will be encouraged to work safely and share their experience. Assessment will be ongoing throughout the course through observation and continual feedback on individual pieces of work. Group discussion and one […]

What will I learn? Learn how to carve and grasp the opportunity to experience the creativity and joy of woodcarving. Be guided by your tutor as you learn the stages and work towards producing your own carving.This one-day workshop will give you a brief introduction to the basics of woodcarving, the tools used, and the […]

What will I learn? This course will introduce the wide range of plants used in gardens. It covers the practical growing conditions and structure of both familiar and unusual, garden plants. We will examine the relationships between plants and their use in the garden classification. We also look at their pruning, feeding and care. The […]

What will I learn? The course covers three main areas of practical gardening: ● Sustainable Kitchen Gardening● Plant Botany● Identification.During the course learners will cover:● The assessment and choice of sites for crops and ornamental plants● The organization of propagation of plants for a range of plants, including seeds, cuttings and grafting● After care of […]

What will I learn? Have you ever turned unwanted objects or waste materials into entirely new products? Upcycling is the ideal way to combine creative ideas with a passion for sustainability and entrepreneurship. The course aims to show how several modern craft techniques and decorative finishing touches can be used to upcycle and update old […]

What will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to the skills of landscape horticulture. It will enable you to work on your own designs and to create and maintain your own planting schemes.During the course you will cover • Simple planting ideas.• Use of colour and design principles to increase seasonal interest• A […]

What will I learn? Would you like to get the most from your garden and see it flourish in the winter months? In this workshop you will explore how to choose plants and containers to create an indoor festive planter, an outdoor hanging basket and how to plant outdoor beds and garden areas for winter […]

What will I learn? The course aims to consider the planting design of individual learner’s gardens, helping them to extend their knowledge of plants, identify existing plants in their gardens and choose the correct plants to improve and re-design them. During the course learners will:● Consider planting design techniques, the creation of different styles of […]

What will I learn? This course will introduce the wide range of plants used in gardens. It covers the practical growing conditions and structure of both familiar and unusual, garden plants. We will examine the relationships between plants and their use in the garden classification. We also look at their pruning, feeding and care. The […]

What will I learn? During the course, through demonstration and project work, learners will complete small pieces of upholstery or continue larger projects. Learners will be encouraged to work safely and share their experience. Assessment will be ongoing throughout the course through observation and continual feedback on individual pieces of work. Group discussion and one […]

What will I learn? This course will expand your existing knowledge covered in part one and to begin to develop ideas by working on individual design briefs or a client brief.During the course you will cover:● Space planning using technical drawings● Window dressing and measuring for fabrics ● Fabrics and suitably ● Lighting plans ● […]

What will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to the skills of landscape horticulture. It will enable you to work on your own designs and to create and maintain your own planting schemes.You will learn the principles of Garden Planning and Practical Horticulture using both theory and practical sessions on garden design, plant […]

What will I learn? The course covers three main areas of practical gardening: ● Sustainable Kitchen Gardening● Plant Botany● Identification.During the course learners will cover:● The assessment and choice of sites for crops and ornamental plants● The organization of propagation of plants for a range of plants, including seeds, cuttings and grafting● After care of […]

What will I learn? Through demonstration and project work, learners will complete small pieces of upholstery or continue larger projects. Learners will be encouraged to work safely and share their experience. Assessment will be ongoing throughout the course through observation and continual feedback on individual pieces of work. Group discussion and one to one sessions […]

What will I learn? This course will improve your ability to work with wood under the guidance of the tutor.You will work on a project of your own choice, so that your own level of skill increases and you finish the course with a completed item. You will be encouraged and instructed in the use […]

What will I learn? This workshop is to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to upcycle wooden furniture using painted finishes. The workshop will cover how to prepare the furniture, types of tools and paints required to carry out the upcycling, how to apply paint, distressing the finish and applying a protective coating.During […]

What will I learn? Have you ever turned unwanted objects or waste materials into entirely new products? Upcycling is the ideal way to combine creative ideas with a passion for sustainability and entrepreneurship. The course aims to show how several modern craft techniques and decorative finishing touches can be used to upcycle and update old […]

What will I learn? The course aims to consider the planting design of individual learner’s gardens, helping them to extend their knowledge of plants, identify existing plants in their gardens and choose the correct plants to improve and re-design them. During the course learners will:● Consider planting design techniques, the creation of different styles of […]