Garden Styles: Ponds and Water Features

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Course code: SCP8

An opportunity to look at both design and planting to create a pond and other water features.

when: From 01 May 2026
Fri 10:00-15:00 One day
Tutor: Christine Pritchard

where

Stoke Lodge

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN

fees

full fee for this course £42.00, concession fee £26.00

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

What can students expect?

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Expect a supportive atmosphere where your ideas will be encouraged; you will not be expected to know Latin plant names.
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You will be introduced to a range of plants and design ideas suitable for creating an attractive pond or water feature in your garden.
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Previous experience required?

No

What is the progression route?

Learners might like to select another of the Garden Styles courses

Are there any extra costs?

No

What should students bring?

A packed lunch

Pen and paper to take notes

Teaching method/style?

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Presentation by the tutor: slides will be shown to illustrate certain design ideas.

Learners will learn through discussions with the tutor and other students, and will be shown a variety of plants to handle. 
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Learners will be encouraged to share their experiences of their own gardens.
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Refunds and cancellations

Course Cancellations by Us

· If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full.

· We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased. 

Cancellations by You

· If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date: Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee.

· If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued. 

Transfers

· Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date.

· A 10% transfer fee applies.

· Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge. 

Illness and Absence

· No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health.

How Refunds Are Issued

· Refunds are returned via the original payment method: 
• Booked online or by phone - Refund to the card used. 
• Paid in person at Stoke Lodge - Please bring your payment card to the office. 

Online Course Access

· Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins.

· No refunds will be issued due to technical issues with a learner’s own internet or computer.