The Historic & Botanic Garden Bursary Scheme
The RHS is a partner in the Heritage Lottery funded Historic and Botanic Garden Bursary Scheme. Established in 2006 to meet the current needs of the industry, this Scheme aims to provide flexible opportunities for gardeners to broaden their practical skills by offering gardening placements and supporting gardening exchanges, secondments and continuing professional development (CPD) events.
For more details visit their website www.hbgbs.org.uk e-mail HBGBS Scheme Co-ordinator Fiona Dennis fiona.dennis@english-heritage.co.uk or call 01737 244664.
Grants for horticulturists
The website www.grantsforhorticulturists.org.uk has information on grants and bursaries available from other organisations in the United Kingdom and Ireland giving funding for horticultural projects, exchanges and travel.