Training Days
Our training days are one-day, themed courses that take place almost exclusively in the field to maximise hands-on time with plants. Each session can also be tailored to your team’s specific requirements, abilities and interests.
See our full suite of training days below.
Habitat Indicator Species
Learn how to recognise key indicator species of ancient woodland, acid grassland, lowland meadow and more. Includes a complementary handout with a checklist of indicator species.
Top 20 Grasses of England
A hands-on day spent getting to know the top 20 most commonly recorded grasses in England. Includes a complementary fold-out field guide. (Bring your antihistamines, it’s about to get messy).
Botanical Walks
Casual, guided walks through seasonally appropriate sites in the Worcestershire countryside. Aiming to spot a variety of habitats and get to know the plants that inhabit them.
100 Plants in 1 Day
A day that aims to showcase 100 unique species of plant in one single day. Good for seeing lots of species quickly and getting a taste of biological recording.
Using Botanical Keys
Learn to use the botanical keys in the Collins Wildflower Guide in the company of an experienced tutor. Hand lenses, books and brain-frizzles all provided.
Survey Methods
An introduction to the UK Habitat Classification and beyond!
Ward's Ecology 