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Rural skills

All our courses are certified from the University, or where applicable, from accredited awarding bodies such as NPTC, LANTRA AWARDS and BASIS.

Rural Innovation Centre

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Find out directions and maps to the Rural Innovation Centre, Manor Farm, Harnhill, Cirencester, Glos, GL7 5PU Tel: 01285 851830

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Whether you are a newcomer or professional, we offer a wide range of practical courses, many of which can lead to qualifications and accreditation

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The Rural Innovation Centre has a range of unique facilities and venues available to hire.

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Rural Innovation Centre - Harnhill

Rural Innovation Centre

The Centre is based at the University’s Harnhill Manor farm and enables the sharing of cutting-edge knowledge

Upcoming courses

  • Vehicles

    Advanced 2 days

    Trailer Training - B & E

    19 Nov 2018
  • Arboriculture

    NPTC/ City & Guilds - Advanced 5 days

    NPTC/City & Guilds Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue 2013 (formerly CS38)

    19 Nov 2018
  • Vehicles

    2 days

    Forklift Rough Terrain Telescopic - Beginner

    19 Nov 2018
  • Pest Control

    Lantra - Basic 1 day

    Pest Control - Rabbit & Mole control

    21 Nov 2018
  • Crops & Pesticides

    Basic 1 day

    Pesticide Application PA1 - Safe Use of Pesticides (0216 - 49)

    23 Nov 2018
  • Arboriculture

    Lantra - Advanced 1 day

    Brush Cutter & Trimmer Operation

    23 Nov 2018

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To find out more about our full range of rural skills courses simply fill in our online webform.
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