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College Achieves Beacon Status

At a ceremony in Birmingham on Wednesday 8th December 2010, Hadlow College was awarded the "Learning and Skills Beacon Status".

RHS Masters Enjoy Unprecedented Success

Hadlow College has enjoyed unprecedented success with four indviduals qualifying as RHS Masters of Horticulture in the latest round of examinations.

Seasonal Gardening Tasks at Penshurst Place

Enjoy a morning of practical gardening at Penshurst Place on 22nd October.

New Issue of Cultivate

The Autumn issue of Cultivate is now out. Click here to view.

Recipe for success as Hadlow College sponsors Kent Young Chef Award 2010

Hadlow College has once again demonstrated its commitment to ‘Innovation, Experience & Excellence' by sponsoring the ‘Kent Young Chef Award' 2010.

Behind the scenes at the Chelsea Flower Show

On Thursday 23rd September 2010 Penshurst Place & Gardens, in association with Hadlow College will be delighted to welcome Richard Beales of Peter Beales Roses and to hear his fascinating talk on life behind the scenes at the Chelsea Flower

British Master Florists demonstrate at Hadlow College

Five of the twenty-three British Master Florists recently demonstrated their talent and shared their abilities and skill levels with an audience of 60 at Hadlow College, Kent.

Outstanding result for Hadlow College

In June 2010 Hadlow College underwent a full Ofsted inspection and has been awarded an overall Grade 1 "outstanding".

Food 4 Thought wins at RHS Hampton Court

The Hadlow College garden - "Food 4 Thought" - which shows the importance of fruit production within the setting of the county of Kent, has won a Gold medal and been awarded the prize "Best in Class" for small gardens at this year's RHS Hampton

Hadlow Newsletter "Cultivate" now available

To find out about the activities of Hadlow College staff and students, download the newsletter by clicking here.

Latest Anne Wright Scholar Announced

Julia Watson, a second year BA (Hons) Garden Design student has been announced as the latest Anne Wright scholar, benefiting from a six week summer placement in the famous gardens of the late Christopher Lloyd at Great Dixter.

Floristry Workshops Available at Penshurst Place

Be inspired in the beautiful surroundings of Penshurst Place with a range of seasonal floristry workshops delivered by Broadview Florist.

Innovative Garden Designed to Showcase Kent as the 'Garden of England'

Designed to promote and celebrate the importance of Kent as the ‘Garden of England', this year's Hampton Court entry by Hadlow College showcases the production of a diverse range of fruit crops against a background of climate change, food

New Equipment, New Courses

Following a recent purchase of an industrial counter-balanced forklift and rough terrain telescopic forklift, Hadlow College has expanded its short course training to encompass these two very important areas.

College Student Raising Money for Sports Relief

Hadlow College student Simon O'Connell, the Sports Representative for the Student Association is running the Sport Relief Mile on Sunday 21st March in East Grinstead, raising funds on behalf of Hadlow College.

Lambing Weekend a Resounding Success

With over 8,500 visitors, and more than 3,000 cars, across both days, the 2010 Lambing Weekend was a great success.

Hadlow Student Football Team Wins Trophy

Competing against ten other land-based colleges in an annual football tournament, the students of Hadlow College Football Team came away victorious.

Horticulture students to work in France

Two lucky National Diploma in Horticulture students will have the opportunity to spend six weeks in the summer working at Chateau Villandry in the Loire Valley.

New Sustainable Centre Opens at Hadlow

The Rural Regeneration Centre at Hadlow College was officially opened yesterday (4th March 2010) with a highly successful conference and opening ceremony.

Up to 70% discount available off short courses

If you want to improve your business performance Hadlow College delivers a range of subsidised activities to help improve the skills and knowledge needed to enhance efficiency and the potiential of your businesss.

Floristry Lecturer’s Outstanding Achievement

Neil Bain, a dedicated and passionate floristry lecturer at Hadlow College, is one of just 19 people in the Country to achieve the Level 5 Master Diploma in Professional Floristry (MDPF).

College Swine Flu Policy Update

Currently the College is operating as normal.  The situation will be constantly monitored and further updates will appear here.  For more information on the College's procedure, please read our Swine Flu Procedure document.

Hadlow enjoys success at the Kent County Show

Hadlow College has had outstanding success at this year's Kent County Show, with prizes including: "Top Gold" and "Best in Show" for the "Squared Circle" garden "Top Gold" for the Sweet Pea display Overall winner of the Horticultural

Gold Medal for Wendy Allen at Hampton Court

Wendy Allen has won a prestigious Gold Medal at this year's Royal Horticultural Society's Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.

100% pass rate for Hadlow College dog grooming students

All 7 dog grooming students enrolled onto the City & Guilds Advanced Certificate in Dog Grooming received a credit in their external examinations last week.

Floristry students excel in competition

Floristry students from Hadlow College came a close second in a competition at New Covent Garden Market, famous for its wholesale flower sellers.

Hadlow College improves wildlife in the community

Hadlow College countryside management students have taken their new found skills into the community, and are currently working on a wildlife garden for the local primary school.

Hadlow College & Kent County Council in joint venture

Hadlow College has entered into a partnership with Kent County Council to support the future growth and development of Produced in Kent.

Over 1,500 people learn more about Hadlow College

Students and staff hosted a range of interactive displays at the Hadlow College Open Day on 8th June 2008.

Hadlow wins at the Kent Business Awards

Competing against several other large businesses at an awards event organised by Kent County Council, Hadlow College successfully secured "The Kent Large Business of the Year Award".

Student success in the Fresh Start Academy

Students of Fresh Start Academy at Hadlow College recently graduated - the first to do so under this programme.

"Only Fools on Horses"

Following the success of the 2007 event, once again a mixture of Hadlow College staff, including the Principal and Vice Principal, took up the reins in this fun competition.

College open day hailed a great success

A mixture of good weather, and a variety of interactive demonstrations, made the first Open Day at the Canterbury centre a resounding success.

Year 10 students give lessons on safe driving

The tables were turned when pupils from two Tonbridge based schools - Hayesbrook School and Hugh Christie Technology College - taught their teachers how to drive.

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Unaffiliated Dressage Competition - CANCELLED

The Unaffiliated Dressage Competition scheduled to take place at the College on 05/02 has unfortunately had to be cancelled.