RHS Approved Centres in the Midlands and Oxfordshire
Welcome to B.E.S.T. in Horticulture, delivering RHS theory and practical courses, City & Guilds NPTC Certificate of Competence qualifications, industry training, Masterclasses and other useful courses.
Centre-based courses start in September 2026 at Ryton and Bampton; booking will open in the spring 2026.
Courses will include RHS Level 2 and 3 theory and practical Certificates, Plant Propagation, Practical Garden Design and RBGE Practical Certificate.
‘Blended Learning’ RHS practical courses also run from September 2026 and assessments are based at Ryton or North Moreton.
Book now for Taster courses:
Twelve new short courses, on the first Friday of each month, giving you a chance to try two new seasonal skills each day. From apple tree pruning to spring lawn care, propagation to sustainable Christmas wreathes, pick a course and book your date!
Study for RHS Level 2 and 3 theory Certificates with our flexible distance learning.
Click on the links below for more information.
Come to one of our centres where we provide you with the knowledge and skills you need.
Choose a flexible option that works best for you
We have collected together some quick links to useful pages that you should find helpful.
B.E.S.T in Horticulture Education Limited, Registered in England No 14088275. (A not for profit organisation)
B.E.S.T. in Horticulture Ltd. Registered in England № 7739766.
