Advanced Conservation Grazing in Practice

The course provides a comprehensive understanding of conservation grazing, the importance of large herbivores in biodiversity management along with the specific roles of livestock and their influence on natural processes to achieve environmental objectives.

An Introduction to the Safe Use of Autonomous Mobile Machinery (AMM) in UK Agriculture & Horticulture

This course highlights the impact of BS 8646:2023 – Code of Practice (CoP) on the safe use of AMM for UK companies. 

An introduction to Cornish Hedging

This course is an introduction to the maintenance and construction of Cornish Hedges giving participants the chance to experience the different elements that are required for their construction. The course is very “hands-on” and the emphasis is to learn by doing under the supervision of the instructor. 

Basic Management & Maintenance of Ponds and Wetland Areas

Whether you have an existing pond or wetland area, or are looking to create a new one, it is important it is managed appropriately in order that it will function correctly.

Certificate in Cornish Hedging - Advanced

On this one day assessment, you will demonstrate knowledge of all aspects of Cornish Hedge construction by building 1m of hedge within the set time.

Certificate in Cornish Hedging - Intermediate

This 10-day assessed course provides you with a foundation in the skills required to independently construct and maintain Cornish Hedges.

Conservation Grazing

This course focuses on the principles and practices of managing habitat with grazing animals.

Conservation Grazing Cattle Checking Skills for Volunteers

This three-hour course covers the basics of checking cattle undertaking conservation grazing projects, including an overview of health and safety, cattle welfare and geofencing technology

Conservation Grazing in Practice

This course provides a basic introduction to extensive/conservation grazing and the use of livestock to achieve environmental objectives.

Cornish Hedging Skills - Foundation

This 5-day attendance course is an introduction to Cornish Hedging, giving participants the skills needed to build one of these unique traditional field boundaries.

Drystone Walls

This course is an introduction to the maintenance and construction of drystone walls to enable learners to undertake basic dry stone wall maintenance and construction.

Hedgelaying Skills – Bronze Award (Skills Card)

4 day practical training course in hedge laying  including an assessment leading to accreditation at Bronze level with the National Hedgelaying Society. Courses will be held between September and March.