Program Overview

Allotment Keeping

Overview

Get advice on managing an allotment or larger garden, and growing a range of fruit, vegetables and herbs, with our one-day course at Writtle College.

Full Description

Over the course of the day we'll cover topics including:

• Where to begin on a new plot
• Soil management
• Sowing techniques
• Ways of growing (including organic)
• Weed identification and control.

Practical sessions will vary depending on the time of year.

You'll also receive information on a range of pests, diseases, disorders and weeds, as well as advice on implementing a suitable control programme.

Please bring note-keeping equipment with you on the day.

Free parking is available on campus in Writtle: we'll issue a permit to you and ask that it's clearly displayed in your vehicle. Tea and coffee-making facilities are available; please bring a packed lunch and any other refreshments.

Who Should Attend?

This course is open to all. It's aimed at beginners who are managing an allotment or larger area of garden.

Dates

We'll add future dates here when confirmed.

Where You'll Study

Your Faculty

At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.

Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.

Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.

Where Can I Study?

Writtle Campus

Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.

Fees & Funding

Course Fees

Standard Booking

£115

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however you're required to wear work clothes, sturdy footwear (steel toe-capped preferred), and gloves. You'll be taking notes on the day so we ask you to bring note-taking equipment.

By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in the course.