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We have a wide range of courses for all ages and interests

At Harlow Carr we provide lifelong learning opportunities for all. We offer:

  • Free visits for schools – either self-guided or led by a member of RHS staff.
  • An extensive list of adult courses – the fantastically resourced, award-winning Bramall Learning Centre opened in 2010. All of our adult education short courses and workshops are held in this amazing building which is equipped with three classrooms, a library, teaching garden and glasshouse.

The adult education programme for 2012 is now available with courses running from February – December.

Harlow Carr offers a wide range of workshops from pruning and propagation to art and photography, all designed to inspire you and to enhance your knowledge of plants and gardens.

Most courses include a practical element and are offered at a range of different levels of experience, learning alongside RHS horticulturists and experts.

Learning Centre

Learning Centre progress

The £3.3 million Bramall Learning Centre has been officially opened. This innovative new centre is one of the UK's greenest buildings and will provide free education facilities for more than 10,000 children every year.

School visits

Harlow Carr learning opportunities

We have a range of curriculum-linked sessions for Foundation, KS1, KS2 and special needs groups. Secondary schools are welcome to use the gardens as a teaching resource.

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Conference date for the diary

Children digging

On 17 October Harlow Carr will host a regional schools conference on the theme of 'Growing the curriculum'. The conference will highlight how the curriculum can be linked to the school garden, creating a fantastic learning resource with many benefits. View event details

Training

Training opportunities at Harlow Carr

We have many opportunities to train in horticulture at Harlow Carr. Trainees work with and learn from the horticultural staff who have a vast reserve of expertise and knowledge.