THIS COURSE IS FULLY BOOKED FOR 2026/2027
COURSE SCHEDULE:
This course consists of 25 weeks of tuition, to be held on Thursdays, with a choice of either a morning (9.30 am – 12.30 pm) or an afternoon (1pm – 4pm) class.
Commencing 17th September 2026
COST:
£725
A course that is exclusive to Coolings!
Relax and have fun, learning in the company of fellow gardeners.
No exams, no pressure, no need for any prior course attendance.
Suitable for anyone with a love of gardening, this exciting and informative course covers a fascinating range of topics.
This course includes 10 full-day visits to gardens and places of horticultural interest. The days of the visits will run from 9.00 am – 5.00 pm.
The price includes all coach trips, but not entry to the gardens.
TRIPS TO INCLUDE:
- Leonardslee
- Sheffield Park
- Woolbeding
- Bedgebury Pinetum
- Cambridge Botanic Garden
TOPICS TO INCLUDE:
- Plant adaptations to more extreme environments
- Your garden as an eco-system
- Newer pests and disease problems
- Botany
- Plant senses
Classroom days will include practical demonstrations.
Tessa Allen has taught horticulture for over 35 years and the RHS Certificate in the Principles of Horticulture for the last 23 years. Throughout, Tessa has had a high achievement and retention rate, which she puts down to the friendly but organised classroom atmosphere.
To apply for this course please complete the Booking Enquiry form by clicking the ‘Booking Form’ button on the top right hand-side of this page.
Should you have any further queries relating to this course, please complete the Booking Enquiry form or telephone Lesley Webster at Coolings on 01959 532269 or email lesleywebster@coolings.co.uk.
If you are interested in any of our courses that are currently full please contact us to join the waiting list. If there is sufficient interest then we will always consider running another course.
Please note, courses will only be cancelled if not viable to run.
All courses are held in the education centre at Coolings The Gardener’s Garden Centre, Rushmore Hill, Knockholt, Kent, TN14 7NN
We provide a fantastic learning atmosphere in our purpose-built education centre, just a stone’s throw from our production nursery, display gardens and garden centre that holds the biggest selection of plants in the South East.
Other benefits include:
- 15% discount for students at all Coolings Garden Centres for the duration of your course (exclusions apply).
- Celebratory evening for students and tutors upon completion of your course where drinks, canapes and a light buffet will be provided.
- Free on-site parking.
- Tea and coffee provided.
