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Creating Compost in Your Garden - Workshop

Course code: P09509

Subject area: Learning for Wellbeing

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

18:00 - 20:00

Days of week:

Thursday

Course date:

9th Oct 2025 - 9th Oct 2025

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

Learn the basics of composting in this indoor, theory-based 2-hour workshop! Discover what to compost, how to balance materials, and troubleshoot common issues to create nutrient-rich compost for your garden.
• Introduction to composting and leaf mould benefits

• What materials can and can’t be composted

• Types of compost bins and containers

• How to make and store leaf mould

• Leaf mould container setup and maintenance

• Uses of home-made compost and leaf mould in gardening

• Troubleshooting common composting issues

• Practical tips for getting started at home

"Facilities at Abingdon Campus:

- Vending machines and Costa Coffee shop (open until 7pm on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday term time only).- Watercoolers available, making it easy to refill your water bottle.- Free parking."

What next?
Continue your gardening journey by joining other workshops or enrolling in a 10-week gardening course, exploring allotment growing, seasonal planting, and sustainable garden design.
Entry criteria
No previous knowledge or experience necessary. All welcome.
Fee information
As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

19+ Fee:

£19.20

19+ Reduced Fee:

£9.60

Learning & method assessment
This is both a theory based and practical course. Learners will be able to participate in weekly, classroom activities to build and share knowledge alongside their peers as well as working in the garden to develop their practical gardening skills and learn new techniques. There is no exam attached to this course.

As this is a non-accredited course, there is no formal qualification. To track your progress and achievement you will be required to complete a short document.