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Course overview: Spring Pruning – Viticulture

Are you ready to expand your knowledge and skills in viticulture? Spring pruning, also known as ‘shoot selection’ is a key task in the vineyard year. A vital course for every potential vineyard owner, manager or worker.

A practice led course, your day will begin with theory in the morning, followed by hands-on training at Forty Hall Vineyard in the afternoon. The day will close with a short theory and practice test of your new learning.

Discover our full range of viticulture courses.

You will learn

  • The importance of spring pruning
  • Spring pruning tasks
  • Hands-on practice in the vineyard

Qualification

Although there is no formal qualification associated with this course, all participants will receive a Capel Manor College Certificate of Attendance upon completion of the course.

Entry Requirements

No entry requirements however, an interest in the subject area is key.

What’s Next?

You can progress to one of our other courses in viticulture and oenology.

Course Details

Location: Forty Hall Farm Campus

Start date: 6th May 2025

Days in attendance: Tuesday

Duration: 1 day

Fees:

16 – 18 years £150

19+ £150

Current students: £135

Apply now to start the upcoming course.

Find out more about Capel Manor College on their website here. You can also enquire about other courses on their contact page.