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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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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

  • Crops & Pesticides

    Advanced 1 day

    Pesticide Application PA6A - Hand held applicator (0216-54)

    23 Apr 2019
  • Vehicles

    Advanced 2 days

    Trailer Training - B & E

    23 Apr 2019
  • Health & Safety

    Lantra - Basic 1 day

    First Aid - Emergency First Aid at Work

    24 Apr 2019
  • Vehicles

    Lantra - Advanced 2 days

    Tractor Driving - Operation & Machine Handling (Lantra)

    25 Apr 2019
  • Livestock

    Basic 1 day

    Sheep - Lambing

    25 Apr 2019
  • Vehicles

    Lantra - Advanced 1 day

    ATV Lantra Awards Experienced Operator Only: Sit-Astride

    26 Apr 2019

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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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