Green Fingers: Gardening in London
Just because you live in an urban jungle like London, it doesn’t mean that the joys of gardening are beyond your grasp. For many Londoners, time spent tending to plants is the perfect antidote to the stresses of city living. We take a look at green-fingered pursuits and course ideas to inspire you… Gardening and agricultural pursuits are not just for country dwellers! The combination of being outdoors, doing physical work and seeing the results of your efforts can provide a satisfying release from city life and a sedentary office job. There has been increased...

Living off the Land
Apprenticeships offer new ways into careers, and apprentices are particularly in demand in the environmental and land-based industries. From conservation to animal care to landscape gardening, HotCourses checks out the possibilities… There are over 190 types of apprenticeships available, from administration through to veterinary nursing. Apprenticeships offer a great way for students to develop skills and knowledge, gain nationally recognised qualifications and progress quickly in their chosen career. They can also offer the opportunity for you to immerse yourself in an...