Bristol Community Learning – Horticulture Level 1

This free Horticulture Level 1 course is for learners aged 19+ (in August 2026) with few or no qualifications who may want a career in horticulture.

The course offers a City & Guilds Level 1 Award in Horticulture and takes place at Blaise Plant Nursery, a horticulture centre that provides a therapeutic environment in which to study. You’ll learn horticulture theory in the classroom and take part in practical horticulture activities on site.

The course runs on Tuesdays from 6 October 2026 to 12 January 2027.

What you’ll learn

• How to prepare soil and apply organic mulch
• How to sow seeds
• How to look after plants as they grow
• How to recognise and identify different weeds and plants
• Key horticultural terms
• Employability skills relevant to horticulture

What you’ll do

• Learn horticulture theory
• Take part in practical horticulture activities
• Listen, read and take part in group activities
• Complete assessments and some homework

What happens next

You’ll have progression opportunities towards a Level 2 Certificate in Horticulture and be provided with advice and resources from a job and careers coach.