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Get hands on and practical as you learn to cultivate and celebrate nature around you

From learning the skill of propagation and cultivation, to learning about plant science and how to maintain a garden, there are plenty of ways you can get hands on and practical in one of our Horticulture courses.

An approved RHS provider

We’re an approved centre for Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) training and offer both recreational courses and high-quality qualification led training to help you move into the horticulture industry.

Find out more about our RHS courses

Courses for both recreational and professional learning

Whether you are interested in gardening and want to learn principles of design, or if you are looking to improve your knowledge on plant health and nutrition, our RHS qualifications are a brilliant way to enter the horticulture industry or take home new inspiration for your own garden.

We also offer a range of recreational classes for beginners looking to gain confidence in horticulture, whether you want to learn to design garden borders, propagation, composting, or plant care.

Part Time Horticulture courses

RHS Certificate in Practical Horticulture - Level 2

Part Time P10103

Develop the essentials skills needed in horticulture with our well-recognised practical qualification accredited by the Royal Horticultural Society, held at our purpose-built facilities at Common Leys Farm, near Witney....

12th Sept 2025 - 26th Jun 2026

Friday - 09:00 - 12:30

Horticulture

Common Leys Farm

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RHS Certificate in Practical Horticulture - Level 2

Part Time P10104

Develop the essentials skills needed in horticulture with our well-recognised practical qualification accredited by the Royal Horticultural Society, held at our purpose-built facilities at Common Leys Farm, near Witney....

13th Sept 2025 - 27th Jun 2026

Saturday - 09:00 - 12:30

Horticulture

Common Leys Farm

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RHS Certificate in Practical Horticulture - Level 2

Part Time P10105

Develop the essentials skills needed in horticulture with our well-recognised practical qualification accredited by the Royal Horticultural Society, held at our purpose-built facilities at Common Leys Farm, near Witney....

11th Sept 2025 - 11th Jun 2026

Thursday - 09:00 - 12:30

Horticulture

Common Leys Farm

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RHS Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development - Level 2

Part Time P10106

This qualification supports career development for those already working in the profession, for those wanting to move into the horticulture industry, or for amateurs wishing to increase their knowledge. It is a well-recognised qualification accredite...

18th Sept 2025 - 25th Jun 2026

Thursday - 18:00 - 21:30

Horticulture

Abingdon Campus

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RHS Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development - Level 2

Part Time P10107

This well-recognised qualification, accredited by the Royal Horticultural Society, is delivered at our purpose-built facilities at Common Leys Farm, near Witney. Whether you are looking to develop your horticultural career, enter the industry for the...

20th Sept 2025 - 27th Jun 2026

Saturday - 13:00 - 16:30

Horticulture

Common Leys Farm

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