Myerscough College can offer you the opportunity to train at the best land-based College in the North West, with excellent facilities for Horticulture. At the Preston centre we have new glasshouse space offering four separate growing zones with LED lighting and computerised temperature control. You will work in the Award Winning Myerscough Gardens, helping to look after beds and borders, learning maintenance techniques and growing your own vegetables. Our work experience opportunities will enable you to further your horticultural skills in a setting that will enhance your knowledge and improve your communication, team-building, customer care skills and confidence
This course covers practical skills and relevant background knowledge. Students need to be interested in the subject area, with some practical gardening knowledge desirable.
Courses are run on demand and usually last for 3 days (including assessment) Get in touch on 07855571312 or ctlogue@aol.com
Courses include the following: Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) Boom Mounted Sprayers (PA2) Variable Geometry Boom Sprayers (PA3) Slug Pellets and Granular Applications (PA4) Hand Held Applicators (PA6) including Application in or near Water (PA6AW), Stem Injection, Stump Treatment, Invasive Weeds…
12-month apprenticeship. Tutor available in Cumbria to visit you in your place of work.
This 12-month apprenticeship is for those in a farm stockperson, hatchery assistant, farm owner (with manager), or relief stockperson role. You will gain the necessary skills, knowledge and qualifications needed to comply with poultry industry training requirements. You will gain a Level 2 Diploma…
Multiple dates available May to July 2026
This is a TWO-DAY, BEGINNER Machine Shearing course, it is suitable for Beginners, Blue & Bronze Seals. Course times are 9:00-17:00 each day. 16 years and over. Course cost is £230 plus VAT = £276. This course will provide you with a basic knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety in setting…
Our T Level in Animal Care and Management course is based at our Kirkley Hall campus, and you will receive your timetable previous to starting your course.
Embark on an exciting journey with our T Level in Animal Care and Management, designed for those passionate about animal welfare and eager to make a difference in the field. This course is tailored for students aged 16-18, providing a comprehensive blend of theoretical knowledge and practical…
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Dry stone walling competition 30 May 2026
