Floristry

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Enrolment is open every Wednesday from 1pm to 5pm until the 11th October 2023.

Floristry at London’s environmental college

Develop your creativity with our diverse range of floristry courses. You will have the freedom to experiment with different materials, styles, and themes.

We offer training in running a floristry business, British flowers, floral tablescape design, bridal design, advanced floristry techniques, cameo silhouettes and floristry fundamentals. Plus, you will have the opportunity to enter national competitions and work on an exciting range of projects for clients in and around London.

Find a course you love

Part-time

Award in Creative Creative Craft - Floristry and Event Styling (Level 1)

Full-time

Foundation Diploma in Floristry (Level 1)

Full-time

Technical Certificate in Floristry (Level 2)

Full-time

Advanced Technical Diploma in Floristry (Level 3)

Higher education

Higher Diploma in Professional Floristry (Level 4)

Part-time

Award in Creative Creative Craft – Balloon Art (Level 1)

Part-time

Certificate in Creative Creative Craft – Balloon Artistry (Level 3)

Part-time

Award in Creative Craft – Floral Design Concepts(Level 1)

Part-time

Certificate in Creative Craft – Floral Design Concepts (Level 3)

Full-time

Event Management and Hospitality Diploma – Business Pathway (Level 3)

Full-time

Event Management and Hospitality Diploma – Creative Pathway (Level 3)

Why come to Capel Manor College​

Over the last 50 years, we have helped thousands of school leavers and adults achieve their dream of working with animals, plants and the environment.

  • London's only environmental college​
  • Alternative to sixth form
  • Valued by land-based employers
  • Learn sustainable floral design methods
  • Boost your career​
  • Taught by industry experts​

Shannon landed skills that matter

I experienced a suitable educational environment for me for the first time. My course was fun, the tutors have a brilliant way of teaching. Shannon studied the Level 1 and Level 2 diplomas in Floristry. She is now progressing on to Level 3.

Career prospects

Retail Florist

You could work for a commercial retail outlet creating floral bouquets and designs for customers. Responsibilities include designing and creating wedding, funeral, and function décor.

Freelance Florist

Enjoy the benefits of owning your own business with the flexibility to work from home or your very own shop. Build strong relationships with clients and create inspiring floral designs to match their requirements.

Floral Demonstrator

You could become an ambassador for the floristry industry by teaching or demonstrating the art of floral design to the next generation.

Find us

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  • By bus: 157, 358, 410, 249, 432, 322, 417, 3, 363, 202 and 931

    By rail: Served by Crystal Palace Station (from Victoria, London Bridge and Dalston Junction)

  • By car: The Campus is situated just off junction 25 of the M25 and the A10 Southbound

    By rail: Served by Turkey Street Station (from Liverpool Street Station), the College is approximately 20 mins walk from Turkey Street

    By bus: Buses 217 and 317

  • By bus: Jevington Way, Alnwick Road, and Mottingham Way stops are within five minutes' walk of the Campus

    By rail: Mottingham station is a 23 minute walk from the Campus, with regular services to London Charing Cross, London Bridge, Cannon Street and Dartford

    By car: Mottingham Campus is located on Mottingham Lane, just two minutes’ drive from the A20 Sidcup Road/South Circular Road roundabout

  • By tube: The Campus is very well served by tube stations on various lines including Regent’s Park (Bakerloo line), Great Portland Street (Hammersmith & City, Circle and Metropolitan lines), Baker Street (Hammersmith & City, Circle, Jubilee, Metropolitan and Bakerloo lines) and Camden Town (Northern line)

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