Brockenhurst College | Brock is one of the most successful Sixth Form colleges in the UK, offering A levels, Vocational, Adult Learning, Apprenticeships, Business courses.Gardening – plan your own garden
Course Details
The aim of this interesting, informative and enjoyable course is to nurture inspirational ideas from the students which would enable them to put together a creative design for their own garden.
How to measure and take a survey of a garden. How to choose a style and scheme of a garden. Which type of hard or soft landscaping materials to use. Drawing up the garden design. How to put together a planting plan, incorporating some finishing touches.
Information & Support
This course is suitable for anyone interested in learning how to go about designing a garden.
What do I need to bring to the course? Tape measure, A4 notebook, pen, pencils, black felt-tip pens, eraser, drawing compass, metric scale rule (to include 1:1, 1:50, 1:100, 1:200), masking tape, string and photographs/pictures of the garden/area they wish to design.
Available dates and locations
Gift Certificates
Gift certificates are available for our leisure courses held across the New Forest.
Please call 01590 625222 to purchase yours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enrol on a course?
To enrol please call one of the numbers below:
Brockenhurst or Lymington courses 01590 679457
New Milton or Ringwood courses 01590 625222
Can I start the course part way through?
For some courses, this may be possible. Please contact leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk to confirm.
What do you define as a 'beginner'?
Beginner is someone who has little or no knowledge of the subject area.
Please contact leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk for further clarification or to take a quick assessment to find out the most suitable level for you.
What do you define as 'intermediate'?
Intermediate is for those who have completed a beginners course with us or have some knowledge of the subject but would like to learn more.
Please contact leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk for further clarification or to take a quick assessment to find out the most suitable level for you.
What do you define as 'advanced'?
Advanced for those who have completed an intermediate course with us or are proficient in the subject.
Please contact leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk for further clarification or to take a quick assessment to find out the most suitable level for you.
Are there any age restrictions (young/old)?
Students need to be 19 years old or over.
There is no upper age limit.
What should I take with me on the day?
Please see ‘Information & Support’ within each individual course information page.
If you require further details please email leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk
How much does the course cost?
The cost of each course will be displayed on each individual course information page.
If you require further details please email leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk
Can I pay for the course in instalments?
Each course needs to be paid in full before the start of the course.
Are there any concessions available?
Reduced fees may apply for those on specific benefits.
Please contact leisurecourses@brock.ac.uk for more details.
