Linking learning theories to the Horticulture Apprenticeship may sound dry but it made me realise what a fantastic learning experience it is. On the Apprenticeship the learning is holistic.
Read moreMost visitors to the National Botanic Garden of Wales probably don’t even know we have a library. We may be one of the Garden’s best kept secrets… but we don’t want to stay hidden! We welcome visitors whether researchers, students, the Garden’s members, or indeed anyone interested. Because the library is run entirely by volunteers, […]
Read moreThe unthinkable – and incredible – has appeared right here at the National Botanic Garden of Wales
Read moreBalmy March weather has inspired spontaneity in my other half to do some spring gardening. In the glasshouses and poly-tunnels at the Botanic Garden it is a frenzy of sowing… limited facilities solicit a laid back approach to gardening at home. I maintain a don’t be hasty attitude..
Read moreThe National Botanic Garden of Wales are currently recruiting for a horticulture apprentice. The Garden’s horticulture apprenticeship scheme comprises of a two-year training programme. It is run in close liaison with Coleg Sir Gar. Starting in September.
Read moreOnce the four pilot schools were identified as Carmarthenshire’s first Outdoor Schools I met with the Headteachers of each of them to go over them what is expected of them as an Outdoor School and how to make a start on the road to becoming ambassadors for the initiative in Carmarthenshire. The four schools that became our pilot […]
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