Rowdefield Farm Training & Education

19/06/2026

Need first aid training?? Don’t hesitate to book on to one of Wiltshire First Aid Training courses at Rowdefield Farm Training & Education

19/06/2026

*****FULLY BOOKED*****
Due to the popularity of this course we are now running a waiting list for this one. If you would like to be added to the list please let us know.

18/06/2026

📢 Remaining Course Spaces Available! 📢

These are all the courses we have left in June and July with spaces available.

⚠️ The rest of our June and July courses are now fully booked, so if you've been thinking about joining us, now is the time to secure your place!

To book your place or find out more, get in touch today before these remaining spaces are gone!

16/06/2026

📢 We know it's been a little quiet on our social media recently... but that's because we've been BUSY! 🚜🌾

Over the last few weeks, we've been delivering training, carrying out assessments, and welcoming customers to our legendary Tractor & Combine Driving Experiences.

Our candidates have successfully completed a wide range of courses, including:

✅ PA1 – Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides
✅ ATV (Sit-in & Sit-Astride) Safe Use and Operation
✅ Powered Pole Pruner Maintenance & Operation
✅ One-Day Tractor Driving Course
✅ Tractor Driving and Related Operations (Level 2 Certificate of Competence)
✅ PA6 – Safe Application of Pesticides Using Handheld Equipment

From first-time tractor drivers to experienced operators gaining qualifications, it's been fantastic to see so many people developing new skills and improving their confidence in the workplace.

And alongside all of that, we've been running our hugely popular Tractor and Combine Driving Experiences – putting plenty of smiles on faces and creating unforgettable memories! 🚜💨

A huge congratulations to everyone who has trained with us recently and thank you for keeping us so busy.

We've got plenty more courses and experiences coming up, so keep an eye on our page for updates! 👀

Training & Education Centre. Specialising in City & Guild NPTC Land - Based Training Courses, Room Hire and much more. Based in Rowde Wiltshire, Our Fully Equipped Venue has Four Rooms for Hire for any Training, Meeting, Workshop or Party.

08/06/2026

ONLY 2 PLACES LEFT FOR AUGUST SUMMER HOLIDAYS. MONDAY 10TH AUGUST 9AM - 3PM.
🚜 Tractor Driving Course for 13–15 Year Olds 🚜
Got a young farming enthusiast ready to get behind the wheel? Our hands-on tractor driving course is the perfect way to build confidence, skills, and safety awareness in a fun, supportive environment.
👩‍🌾 Who’s it for?
Young people aged 13–15 – whether they’re complete beginners or already have some tractor experience.
🛠️ What they’ll learn:
✔️ Safe mounting & dismounting
✔️ Understanding controls & instrumentation
✔️ Essential daily safety checks
✔️ Driving forwards & reversing with confidence
✔️ Manoeuvring with mounted & trailed implements
✔️ Core health & safety knowledge
👨‍🏫 Expert instruction
Our experienced instructors guide every step, following official safety guidance to ensure young drivers learn the right way from day one.
🌱 Hands-on & engaging
Minimal classroom time, maximum practical experience! Start on a simple tractor and progress as skills improve.
This course does not carry an accredited qualification but candidates will receive a certificate of attendance and course notes to take home.
⚠️ Please note: Training follows safety guidance for young people, so certain equipment (like PTO-driven machinery) is not included.
💬 Give them skills for life and a safe start in agriculture.
📩 Message us to book a place or find out more!

https://www.rowdefieldtraining.co.uk/rte-course/young-persons-tractor-driving-handling/

04/06/2026

🚜 Tractors are all lined up and ready to go this morning for our One-Day Certificate of Attendance Tractor Driving Course!
A great day learning essential tractor driving skills in a safe and practical environment. Wishing all our attendees a successful and enjoyable course.
🚜

26/05/2026

🚨🚨It’s school holidays here in Wiltshire and that means one thing…

It’s time for the juniors to learn all things tractors!!!
🚜13 - 15 Tractor Driving Training ✨🚜

Today we had the pleasure of training a group 13–15 year olds in tractor driving! ☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️💪 These young learners gained hands-on experience, developing both skill and confidence while practicing safe driving techniques.
From learning controls to maneuvering in the field, hitching and reversing. We’re proud to see the next generation stepping up and embracing farm safety and machinery skills.
👏 Fantastic job Annabel, Toby and Harvey who took part today. We wish you all the best in your farming futures!!
https://www.rowdefieldtraining.co.uk/.../young-persons.../


https://www.rowdefieldtraining.co.uk/rte-course/young-persons-tractor-driving-handling/

Training & Education Centre. Specialising in City & Guild NPTC Land - Based Training Courses, Room Hire and much more. Based in Rowde Wiltshire, Our Fully Equipped Venue has Four Rooms for Hire for any Training, Meeting, Workshop or Party.

22/05/2026

What a week at the training centre! 🚜🌾

We’ve been so busy this week that we barely had time to stop and take photos — which we think is a pretty good problem to have! Here’s a look at what we’ve been up to:

📍 Monday
🚜 Combine Harvester Experiences — yes, you really can drive a combine harvester in Wiltshire!
🏢 Room Hire — Adoption West - Training Room 1 Adoption West

📍 Tuesday & Wednesday
✅ 0014-31 - City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Tractor Driving and Related Operations

📍 Wednesday
🏢 Room Hire — Wessex Local Medical Committee
🚜 Tractor Driving Experiences — giving people the chance to get behind the wheel of these amazing machines
✅ 0014-33 - City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Fork Lift Truck Operations (Telehandler) Assessments

📍 Thursday
🚜 Tractor Driving Experiences

📍 Friday
✅ 0014-35 - City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers Course
🚜 Tractor Driving Experiences
🧘 Pilates Session - Main Hall Rebalance with Vix

📍 Saturday
🚜 Tractor Driving Experiences

A huge thank you to everyone who attended our courses, experiences, and hired our rooms this week. It’s been fantastic welcoming so many people through the doors! 🙌

Interested in joining us for a course, experience, or room hire? Get in touch to find out more.

Training & Education Centre. Specialising in City & Guild NPTC Land - Based Training Courses, Room Hire and much more. Based in Rowde Wiltshire, Our Fully Equipped Venue has Four Rooms for Hire for any Training, Meeting, Workshop or Party.

20/05/2026

We only have a handful of spaces remaining on the following upcoming courses before we are FULLY BOOKED for June!

✅ 0216-73 – City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Principles of Safe Handling and Application of Pesticides (PA1)
📅 Tuesday 2nd June
⚠️ ONLY 3 SPACES LEFT

✅ 0014-32 – City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of All-terrain Vehicles (ATV Sit Astride)
📅 Monday 2nd June
⚠️ ONLY 1 SPACE LEFT

✅ 0216-78 – City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides Using Pedestrian Handheld Equipment (PA6A)
📅 Training: Wednesday 17th June
📅 Assessment: Thursday 18th June
⚠️ ONLY 1 SPACE LEFT

✅ 0126-01 – City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Plant Machinery (360 Digger)
📅 Training: Wednesday 17th June
📅 Assessment: Thursday 18th June
⚠️ ONLY 1 SPACE LEFT

✅ 0216-74 – City & Guilds Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticides Using Self-Propelled, Mounted or Trailed Horizontal Boom Sprayers (PA2A)
📅 Training: Monday 22nd June
📅 Assessment: Tuesday 23rd June
⚠️ ONLY 2 SPACES LEFT

✅ 0014-33 – City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Fork Lift Truck Operations (Telehandler)
📅 Training: Wednesday 24th June
📅 Assessment: Thursday 25th June
⚠️ ONLY 1 SPACE LEFT

📞 Get in touch today to secure your place before they’re gone!