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Training Centres and ProvidersTo see the display adverts in full please click on the thumbnail image, you may need to expand the image to see it full size if it is larger than your browser window, and then the back button (top left on your browser) to return to this page. Click on the letter starting the name of your chosen provider: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Alphabetical listings: ACS Distance Education Interested in the countryside, agriculture, horticulture, but don’t have time to attend a college? Why not try a distance learning course with ACS Distance Education. Over 400 courses on offer. Visit our website at www.acsedu.co.uk, email us at info@acsedu.co.uk or ring 0800 328 4723 for more information.
Acorn Ecology runs field & classroom based courses
that are led by practicing ecologists. Our introductory level courses aim to provide essential field skills for gaining an ecological job; our advanced courses are suitable for people already working in ecological consultancy. For more information & on-line booking visit www.ecologytraining.co.uk
ADH Training & Consulting Ltd offers one day courses on EIA. We have supplied training to a wide range of local authorities, wildlife trusts, and to most of the major consultancies in the UK. Contact Shirley at 01608 663217 or by email Shirley@adhtrain-consult.co.uk for more information. www.adh-train-consult.com
AJS Crafts: Rural Craft Training.
The Barn Owl Trust is a small national charity committed to conserving wild Barn Owls and their habitat. It provides one-day courses, Barn Owl Ecology, Surveys & Signs, at which attendees learn the essential skills and knowledge required to conduct Barn Owl surveys and compose appropriate mitigation strategies. Contact info@barnowltrust.org.uk
Bedford College Training Services supply a wide
range of courses to the Land-Based industry at our training centre
located at Shuttleworth College. Our courses include Agriculture Vehicle
& Machine Maintenance, Chainsaw & Related Operations, Pruning, Tractor
Driving, Apprenticeship options and much more. Call 03000 11 2344 for
more details. Bicton College in beautiful East Devon For full & part-time courses about land & the environment including
Agriculture, Countryside, Arboriculture & Horticulture from entry to
degree level & apprenticeships. Courses from chainsaws, tractor driving
& horse riding to gamekeeping & environmental education. Telephone 01395
562400, website
www.bicton.ac.uk or email
enquiries@bicton.ac.uk
The Bill Hogarth MBE Memorial Apprenticeship Trust was set up to develop apprenticeships in coppicing and now has five apprentices in the NW of England. For information about the apprenticeship and details of our ‘Woodland Pioneers: introduction to coppicing’ week-long course held each September, go to http://www.coppiceapprentice.org.uk
The only college solely dedicated to teaching organic/biodynamic. We
offer level 3 accredited courses in Horticulture and Agriculture in
addition to short courses and events. Check our website:
www.bdacollege.org.uk.
Biocensus Training Professional Development Courses in Ecology.
We offer a selection of intensive one day courses. Subjects
covered include wildlife legislation, protected species, field
identification skills, ecological surveying and management techniques.
Further details are available at
www.biocensus.co.uk, or
contact us at
enquiries@biocensus.co.uk or call 0845 459 4810.
Biodynamic Agricultural College Experience the change you want to see in the world! The Biodynamic
Agricultural College offers 18 months' accredited courses in Organic and
Biodynamic Agriculture & Horticulture. Many jobs
available after graduating. We
have a selection of short courses as well. For more information go to:
Brighton Permaculture Trust promotes greener lifestyles and sustainable development through design. It raises awareness and facilitates learning in supportive environments. We run a range of events and courses, from an introduction to permaculture to an advanced diploma course and specific courses/events on green architecture, gardening and fruit growing. http://www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk
The British Deer Society A registered charity, founded in 1963 to protect British wild deer. Learn about deer, stalking & management, with events & training courses, including DSC 1, DSC 2 & Deer Management, available throughout the UK. Further details are available at www.bds.org.uk 01425 655434
The British Naturalists Association, founded in 1905, is run entirely by Volunteers. At National Conference volunteers learn about wildlife from leading Experts by attending numerous Field Workshops. Throughout the year BNA Branches have workshops and talks which they can attend. Specific Voluntary roles can be seen at www.bna-naturalists.org
The British Traditional Molecatchers Register (Britain’s leading Molecatching Training Provider) offers an innovative training programme teaching Traditional Molecatching skills to all who want to take advantage of this lucrative and rewarding Traditional Profession. BTMR do not use poisons so as to protect the environment and animals of the British countryside. www.britishmolecatchers.co.uk
BTCV Practical conservation courses in West Sussex. Coppicing, hedgelaying, chainsaw skills, charcoal burning. j.bartle@btcv.org.uk or 02380 769 719
BTCV Scotland is committed to the training & development of individuals working & volunteering with community & environmental projects.. We offer high quality traditional environmental skills, Lantra qualification skills & Community Development skills. For more information call Tricia Burden on 01786 479697 or t.burden@btcv.org.uk www.btcv.org/scotland
BusyBees Short courses in beekeeping, organic growing (vegetable, salad,
fruit) forest gardening, living willow structures. Caravan / camping
available on request. Contact Jonathan or Lisa for more information:
01248 361576
busybees@cooptel.net
www.foodskillsforall.co.uk Capel Manor College London’s specialist land-based studies provider. We have
centres in London’s north, south, east & west, & expert tutors teaching
in idyllic surroundings. Full & part-time training is offered for
those passionate about trees, plants, flowers, animals & the outdoors,
including apprenticeship schemes & certified short courses. 08456 122122
enquiries@capel.ac.uk www.capel.ac.uk
Centre for Alternative Technology Winners of the Ashden Award for Training in Sustainability in 2011,
CAT is the UK's leading eco-centre with innovative courses in
environmental management, ecology, sustainable building, & renewable
energy
www.cat.org.uk 01654 704 952
C-N-Do Scotland: Navigation Award scheme, Walking Group Leader training / assessment, and Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme available on various dates throughout year and arranged to order. Delivered in a quality, safe, fun and sensitive fashion. Contact:- admin@cndoscotland.com or 01786 445 703 or look at www.cndoscotland.com/pages/dates-and-prices/courses.shtml. Can be operated near you.
Cotswold Woodland Crafts offers short courses in
Green Woodworking. Learn traditional skills in a woodland workshop & become an
expert with a froe, axe, drawknife & pole-lathe. Make yourself a
dibber, bat, stool, gate hurdle, trug, walking stick, chair,
shave-horse or pole-lathe. Further information & booking at
www.cotswoldwoodlandcrafts.co.uk
The Web Site www.deerland.co.uk provides further information. The training includes safe and efficient use of firearms and specialised ammunition which is used for culling UK Deer and Game, as well as the recognition of wild animal health including meat inspection procedures, disease identification and modern hygiene standards required by law.
Denmark Farm Conservation Centre, Lampeter, Mid
Wales:
The Devon Rural Skills Trust is a charity which aims to preserve the traditional skills, such as dry stone walling and hedge laying, which have been practised in the county for centuries. It offers one day courses and a training scheme. For more information on courses go to www.devonruralskillstrust.co.uk
Good Practice Stakeholder Participation… focusing on the environment. A highly valued course run by Dialogue Matters and based on years of experience designing and facilitating real environmental decisions. We run three-day, open training courses throughout the year in Wye, Kent, SE England and can also provide in-house or bespoke training courses. 01233 813875 www.dialoguematters.co.uk/training.htm
Down 2 Earth Training is now offering three new
Ranger Training courses! Some details have yet to be finalized, but
please visit the website or get in touch with Janice Burley for the
latest information.
Durrell has been running courses in good conservation practice since
1979, when Gerald Durrell created what he called “a mini-university”. We
have trained more than 2700 from 128 countries in the management of
endangered species & habitat recovery. Our International Training Centre
is based at the headquarters of Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, in
Jersey. Used in conjunction with the resources of our wildlife park, we
offer a wide variety of training courses aimed at professionals &
enthusiastic amateurs that inspire & promote conservation action. On
site accommodation in Jersey’s
only hostel is available for all our courses. For further information
please contact: Catherine Burrows on 01534 860037 or email:
itc@durrell.org www.durrell.org
Earthed are artists and builders specialising in cob, roundpole timber framing, lime, and stonework. Our educational workshops provide hands on learning experiences which enable people to access their own creativity and bring about positive change in their own lives, communities and environment. Please visit www.earthedworld.co.uk for more info or mob: 07917361580.
Easton College offers vocational courses including Foundation Degrees, Access Course, NVQs, Apprenticeships, First and National Diplomas. Subject areas include Agriculture, Landbased Technology, Sustainable Engineering Arboriculture, Countryside Management, Ecology, Gamekeeping and Horticulture. Short courses are also available. Please contact 01603 731232 or info@easton-college.ac.uk for information or visit us at www.easton-college.ac.uk
Echoes Ecology Ltd We have a proven track record of delivering successful training events and offer a wide range of courses covering subjects such as Bat Ecology & Bird Identification. Please follow this link for more information http://echoesecology.co.uk/training.php Contact: Jenny Diack on 0870 234 0002 or Email: jenny.diack@echoesecology.co.uk
Environment Skills Training based in Mid Wales, offers training courses in Chainsaws, Brushcutters, Quad Bikes, 1st Aid and Manual Handling to name but a few. If you have a suitable venue we will be happy to run the course on your site. Please visit our website www.environmentskills.co.uk or telephone on Free Phone 0800 1185511.
Environmental Trainers Network
The Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group (FWAG) is the UK's only independent and dedicated provider of environmental and conservation advice and consultancy to farmers. FWAG assists the people who manage the countryside with environmental management expertise Events page updated daily http://www.fwag.org.uk/events.htm
Field Studies Council An environmental education charity with 65 years experience.
Provides field based taxonomy, professional development & natural
history courses at its network of UK Centres. Programme of over
160 day & residential courses available. Visit
http://www.field-studies-council.org/professional or view our
e-brochure
http://view.digipage.net/?id=natural%20history%20courses%202011
First Aid Academy provides a professional, innovative, friendly & fun first aid training to all its customers & clients. We are approved to run HSE first aid training courses (FAAMS 1670/96) through our awarding body ITC First Aid Ltd & nationally recognised Outdoor Emergency First Aid. 0844 357 1426 www.firstaidacademy.co.uk
Flora locale Our training programme is created for people involved in the design,
management & restoration of landscapes for biodiversity, whether on a
farm, smallholding, village green or city park. Our events are led by
hands-on conservationists with practical experience. For further details
call 01672 515723 or see
www.floralocale.org.
Four Winds Inspiration Centre is an environmental education and craft based charity situated in an attractive setting within Inverleith Park, Edinburgh. Four winds provides a unique opportunity for you to connect with nature, yourself and others whilst learning new skills and knowledge with our wide range of crafts and herbal courses. 0131 3322229 www.four-winds.org.uk info@four-winds.org.uk Greenwood Centre – Professional short courses Woodland and Greenwood Crafts
Courses are taught by tutors who are practitioners in the areas they
teach and are designed to provide the basic knowledge needed to allow
participants to continue to practice their skills. Contact Richard Thomason Ring : 01538 756138 e-mail:
Groundsforconservation@hotmail.com
www.smallwoods.org.uk Hadlow College, the outstanding land-based provider, offers courses in conservation and wildlife management, chainsaw use, forestry and arboriculture and outdoor pursuits up to degree level as well as a range of work-based and vocational training. More information on all of these is available from www.hadlow.ac.uk
Hands on Bushcraft One of the UK’s up and coming Bushcraft schools. We offer a great
selection of Bushcraft and Survival courses including Equipment. We
offer basic Bushcraft courses through to advanced crafts such as Flint
Knapping and Basket Weaving. We pride ourselves on high quality, value
for money courses and aim to provide realistic, enjoyable and practical
courses.
adam@handsonbushcraft.co.uk
07598 491989
Hazel Hill is a 70 acre conservation woodland and retreat centre near Salisbury. It has some important wildlife habitat, and offers a range of programmes including wilderness skills. We need additional volunteers to help with conservation, and have some scope to pay professionals for these weekends. data@workingvision.com 07976 602787
Herpetologic Ltd An independent consultancy specialising in amphibian & reptile
conservation. Our services include: bespoke training & seminars tailored
to your requirements, habitat surveys & assessment, habitat management
guidance, protected species advice, mitigation works for amphibians &
reptiles. For more information or to contact us please see our website:
www.herpetologic.co.uk.
Horticultural Landscape Solutions New Land based sector training provider based in North East England,
covering the UK. Delivering a wide range of short courses (NPTC &
LANTRA) as well as instructor certificated courses on request. Bespoke
training for your company available, please phone to discuss in detail.
David Whyte, 07769 359545
hortlandscape.solutions@gmail.com Ian Gower Associates offers a nationwide training
and consultancy service covering Pesticides, Arboriculture and Health
and Safety. Courses are to NPTC, Lantra or BASIS standards with
training and testing arranged on your site if it is suitable. Otherwise
courses are regularly run in the Kent area. Personalised consultancy
visits are charged at a daily or hourly rate, to help you or your
business. Our trainers and consultants are either on the BASIS
Professional Register, Chartered Foresters or IOSH trained. Contact -
01622 675130, 07946 525298 or
ian@pesticides-safety-training.co.uk
The Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (IEEM) is a professional body which supports ecologists and environmental managers. IEEM runs one- and two-day training courses across the UK and Ireland and currently runs five topical conferences a year. For further information about our training events please go to www.ieem.net
Idle Valley Rural Learning Centre. We are a new centre developed as a partnership between North Nottinghamshire College and Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. As the centre develops we will be offering courses in a variety of conservation subjects. For details visit www.nnc.ac.uk or ring 01909 504522
International Centre for Birds of Prey as well as being open to the public runs various courses for people interested in just an experience with birds of prey, or wanting to get more involved. Just browse through the website www.icbp.org for all the information you will need, or phone us on 01531 820286
IPROW (Institute of Public Rights of Way and Access Management) Specialist training tailored for rights of way and access professionals Tel: 01536 514749 Email: training@iprow.co.uk Web: www.iprow.co.uk Wildlife Video & Edit Courses Cornwall You don't need expensive equipment to make exciting wildlife films. Learn the skills of video camera work, editing and story creation first. Share a camera with a friend if you like. For the absolute beginner to the semi pro. Courses in association with Cornwall Wildlife Trust. www.jeffgoodman.co.uk Kensey Training Short course training across Devon and Cornwall including Chainsaws, Brushcutters, Woodchippers, Knapsack Pesticides, Rural Crafts, Hedgelaying, Stone Walling, First Aid, Manual Handling and much more. Discounts available. Call for more info or see our website www.kenseytraining.co.uk
One of 17 Field Studies Council centres, is the National Centre for
Excellence in Field Work and Biodiversity Training in Scotland. To see
the wide range of training courses on offer, visit our website at
www.field-studies-council.org/kindrogan/
The Kingcombe Centre in rural West Dorset lies at the heart of a nationally acclaimed nature reserve, often referred to as ‘the farm that time forgot’. We offer a variety of short courses on flora, fauna, ecology, environmental and conservation topics. Full details at www.kingcombecentre.org.uk, 01300 320684.
Thinking about starting something new this
September? Kingston Maurward College offers 300 full &
part-time courses & apprenticeships in a variety of land-based subjects,
so there’s bound to be something to suit your needs. LANTRA – Women And Work Project – “Raising Skills and Unlocking Potential” £400 Funding From Lantra For Your Personal Development in England only The project has been designed to encourage the development and career aspirations of women in under represented sectors. The funding is aimed at women 19 plus to carry out any training activities to support their personal development plan Training examples have included landscape gardening, tree felling, IT courses, chainsaw cutting. Funding is available for flexible training for both technical and soft skills and you can choose your choice of provider. You are also appointed your designated skills coach to help you. Funding must be completed by March 2009. Don’t miss out – contact us today Contact Details: lantra@angelakimberley.co.uk M: 07814 883380 W: www.angelakimberley.co.uk
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust Environmental education activities & events for all ages & abilities. Career development courses, schools visits, plus many more general interest courses are available. www.lincstrust.org.uk
Low-impact Living Initiative (LILI) run
residential weekend courses at Redfield Community in Buckinghamshire.
Topics include straw-bale building, how to make biodiesel, low-impact
smallholding, sustainable water & sewage, natural paints & lime, and
many more. We also provide factsheets, books, natural products and home
eco-audits. www.lowimpact.org
/ 01296 714184 for more information.
Lynher Training Hedgelaying - 2 day course in the Tamar Valley, chainsaw courses
weekly (NPTC or Lantra)
Other courses available - Strimmer, Wood Chipper, Pole Pruner,
Vermin Control, Pesticides, Rural Skills - Have a look on
www.lynher.com for details or e-mail:admin@lynher.com
Tel: 01822 832 232
MHM Training Centre based in Enfield offer bespoke
training courses including health & safety, first aid, manual handling &
food safety. Course dates are negiotable, we do offer inhouse training
to 6+ delegates. We also offer course prices instead of individual
delegate prices. 0207 183 3874 / 01992 768252
admin@govhss.co.uk
http://www.govhss.co.uk/
Millhouse Training Services We provide professional accredited training courses suitable for everyone working in Land based industries Please visit us at www.millhousetraining.co.uk
Moelyci provides a wide range of conservation/ecology/identification courses, based at their 350 acre farm near Bangor, Gwynedd. The farm is a community-owned not-for-profit resource which manages over 200 acres of SSSI and SAC heathland. For course details, go to www.moelyci.org
Warwickshire College's Moreton Morrell Centre, is leading the field in education for the land-based industries. We run courses in Countryside Management, Agriculture, Equine, Animal Welfare and Horticulture. Our working farm, where our agriculture and countryside students study, is one of six to be chosen by RASE as a development farm. www.warwickshire.ac.uk 0300 4560045
Moulton College has an unrivalled reputation for excellence in training for the Land Based, Construction and Furniture industries. There are Further and Higher Education courses in Countryside Management, Agriculture, Arboriculture and many other areas. Also training and assessment for land-based machinery and equipment. Contact 01604 491131 for more details or visit www.moulton.ac.uk
MP Woodsmith Traditional Woodcraft Training at our country workshop within the
grounds of Beamish Museum, Co. Durham. Courses include Green
Woodworking - An introduction, Bowl Carving, Spoon Carving / Bowl
Turning, Tool Sharpening, Build Your Own Pole Lathe. See website
for further details http://mpwoodsmith.co.uk/woodcraft_training.html Natures Craft Bushcraft and Wilderness Living Training. Learn the skills of our ancestors in a quiet and peaceful setting in East Wiltshire. For more information please see www.naturescraft.co.uk
Nature for the Community We are professional consultants with extensive involvement in nature
conservation especially surveys and field work. We can provide a wide
range of expertise including: natural history workshops; wildlife
surveys; Phase 1 habitat surveys; identification training; management
plans; website lists our extensive range of skills and services. 07910
483853,
tommy@natureforthecommunity.co.uk
Novadata Transport Training Providing Driver CPC training units; Tachographs & Drivers Hours; Driver as Ambassador; Drive Safe stay Legal; First Aid; Road to Fuel Efficiency; ADR; Preventing Physical Risk. Training can be provided at Braintree or On Site. For more details contact: Derek Broomfield 01376 552999 enquiries@novadata.co.uk www.novadata.co.uk Peter Holmes Training Services Peter Holmes is a freelance instructor in conservation & land
management offering tailor-made courses & workshops in hedge-laying,
dry-stone walling, tree identification & planting, coppicing & crafts,
footpath design & features aswell as in horticulture. Contact
soilypete@yahoo.com 0773 421 6775 Countryside Courses at Reaseheath College Courses are available in Countryside Management, Environmental
Conservation and Forestry and Arboriculture, at level 1, level 2, level
3, and Foundation Degree. Short courses in Woodland Management, chainsaw
and related operations, hedgelaying, dry stone walling and fencing.
Specialist arboriculture courses (Cert Arb, Tech Cert equivalents). See
www.reaseheath.ac.uk or
telephone 01270 625131
Rippledown House. Sustainable building training. Learn how to use straw bales, lime, cob and larch to build sustainable buildings. Taught by a local Kentish expert our courses have been used by building professionals to build their businesses and those looking to self-build an eco-home. Contact us at www.rippledown.com or call 01304 364854
The Royal Agricultural College has a long-standing,
global reputation and offers career-focussed undergraduate and
postgraduate programmes in Business and Management, Agribusiness,
Equine, Land and Property Management, Food Production, International
Rural Development and Wine Business. Professional training courses
are also available. Tel: 01285 652531 Email:
admissions@rac.ac.uk Web:
www.rac.ac.uk
Rural Development Initiatives Ltd can provide up to 70%
funding for training courses for the Forestry & Woodlands sector in both
Yorkshire & Humber & the East Midlands. If you work in a business,
organisation or social enterprise dependent on forestry or woodland
products, you could be eligible. Contact erica.spencer@ruraldevelopment.org.uk for
more details.
Grounds Maintenance Training: Pesticides; chainsaw; Fine Turf;
Brushcutters & Strimmers; Machinery Maintenance; Tractor Driving; Grave
Digging; Playground Inspection; Manual Handling; First Aid. We offer a
full training & assessment service anywhere in the UK including LANTRA &
NPTC qualifications. Please call 020 8359 5157 for more information or
visit
www.skillstrainingcentre.co.uk
Tony Darbyshire Arb Training : With 20 years experience in arboricultural training at both Merrist Wood and Sparsholt College and now an independent NPTC and Lantra Training Provider and Assessor, Tony offers personalised courses for all Arboriculture and Forestry Chainsaw related qualifications, leading to nationally and industry recognised certification. See http://www.sawpod.co.uk/8.html for details
Ty’n y Berth Mountain Centre Training Courses for people working or leading others in the hills, mountains, or upland areas. Courses cover Safety, Navigation, Leadership and Technical Skills for Summer and Winter conditions. Approved Mountain Leader Training Provider. See www.widehorizons.org.uk/tyb or email tynyberth@widehorizons.org.uk or call 01654 761678 for further details. UHI Millennium Institute UHI is a higher education institute based in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. Many UHI courses can be studied at a distance and are available at undergraduate and postgraduate level. They can be studied as a whole, or individual modules can be studied as CPD. Check www.uhi.ac.uk for details.
Integrated Environmental Management by distance learning.
University of Bath
School of Biosciences, University of Exeter World leading research in each of our research groups (RAE 2008). £25 million investment in state-of-the-art facilities. £12 million funding in Research Council grants; top six UK university for successful NERC awards. High quality research supervision develops and nurtures the scientific potential of all graduates. www.exeter.ac.uk/biosciences (1/3/10) W: West Moss-side Organic Farm & Centre regularly runs
traditional & contemporary art & craft workshops. One day or over the
weekend & you will get professional tutoring in small groups.
Accommodation in three beautiful Trossachs yurts also available to make
it a creative short break away from it all. 01786 850428
bookings@westmossside.com
www.westmossside.com
Wild North Discovery
Wildeye run a number of courses, workshops and training expeditions for aspiring wildlife and conservation film-makers and enthusiastic amateurs. If you are just starting out we suggest you start with the Introduction to Wildlife Film-making weekend in Norfolk. Explore the website for the range of training opportunities: www.wildeye.co.uk
Wildlife & Environmental Training Company WETC is a Social Enterprise delivering a wide range of quality training in the Wildlife & Environmental sector, across Central England. Our courses are delivered by highly skilled/qualified trainers in their subject/field, to very high standards. Bespoke courses can also be accommodated. To find out more visit us at http://www.wetc.co/
WildWise Events offer an exciting programme of cutting edge training courses to develop skills and resources and to inspire professionals working in the field of outdoor and environmental education, e.g. teachers, forest school leaders, youth workers. Courses include Environmental Storytelling, Forest Skills and the Muir Trek Leadership Training. 01803 868269, www.wildwise.co.uk
Woodland Ways With a relaxed, fun and friendly approach we can teach you many different aspects of bushcraft, including building your own shelter, collecting and purifying water, fire lighting by friction, game preparation, navigation, natural foods, off road driving, canoe building, fungi identification and desert survival. www.woodland-ways.co.uk Yellow Wood based near Hay in Herefordshire, we facilitate learning about woodlands in a 30 acre ancient semi-natural woodland. We teach bushcraft, woodland crafts, treeclimbing and chainsaw use. We have a campsite for visitors, and are developing an arboretum and nursery. www.yellowwood.co.uk info@yellowwood.co.uk Details believed correct but given without prejudice. |
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