Upcoming events
With six campuses across London, our very own public gardens, zoo, farms, plant sales and commercial businesses, there are many varied and interesting activities happening at Capel Manor College. Take a look at our calendar below to view upcoming dates for our students and visitors, including cultural celebrations, awareness days, Open Days, Advice Evenings, online events, family days out, and more.
2021
October
1 October: Black History Month
Launched in London in the 1980s, Black History Month is celebrated nationwide, aiming for communities to challenge racism and educate themselves, and others, about Black history. This year's theme focuses on 'Proud To Be'.
4 October: World Animal Day
World Animal Day aims to raise the status of animals in order to improve welfare standards around the globe and to create a world where animals are always recognised as sentient beings.
4 October: World Habitat Day
World Habitat Day focuses on reflecting on the state of towns and cities, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter. This year's theme focuses on accelerating urban action for a carbon-free world.
4 October: Dyslexia Week
Dyslexia Week is aimed at further understanding and raising awareness about dyslexia. It aims to raise awareness about what it means, what it is and what can be done to support people who have dyslexia.
5-6 October: UCAS Create Your Future at ExCel London
A unique face-to-face experience with hundreds of creative courses, apprenticeships, and careers in design, music, and the performing arts – all under one roof at Create your future. You can register to visit our stand here.
9 October: Open Day (10am to 3pm)
Our Open Days give you an opportunity to visit our campuses, find out about the courses we have on offer and talk to our tutors and Admissions team. You can register to attend here.
9 October: Plant Sale at Gunnersbury Park (10am to 3pm)
Come down and stock up on plants and flowers for your home and garden at our Gunnersbury Park Campus
10 October: Farmers' Market at Forty Hall Farm
Discover a range of local food producers, street food stalls and visit some of our farm animals. Pre-booking is not required for this event. You can find out more about Forty Hall Farm here.
10 October: World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. This year's theme focuses on 'Mental Health in an Unequal World'.
25-31 October: Halloween at Capel Manor Gardens
Dress up and be prepared for a week of spooks and scares in the Gardens this October half-term! You can register to attend here.
November
2 November: Advice Evening (5pm to 7.30pm)
Our Admissions team and tutors are available for course advice, guidance and support. Our Brooks Farm Campus event starts at 2pm and finishes at 5pm. You can register to attend here.
4 November: Diwali
Diwali is a festival of lights and one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists, notably Newar Buddhists.
11 November: Armistice Day
Armistice Day is commemorated every year on 11 November to mark the armistice signed between the Allies of World War I.
14 November: Remembrance Sunday
Remembrance Day has been observed since the end of the First World War to remember armed forces members who have died in the line of duty.
14 November: Farmers' Market at Forty Hall Farm
Discover a range of local food producers, street food stalls and visit some of our farm animals. Pre-booking is not required for this event. You can find out more about Forty Hall Farm here.
15 November: Anti-Bullying Week
Anti-Bullying Week aims to raise awareness of bullying of children and young people and to highlight ways of preventing and responding to it. This year's theme focuses on 'One Kind Word'.
19 November: International Men's Day
International Men's Day acknowledges the positive value men bring to the world. This year, we will be highlighting the work of men in the land-based industry.
22 November: Disability History Month
Disability History Month celebrates the lives of disabled people now and in the past. It aims to challenge disablism by exploring oppression over time and by achieving equality.
23 November: Virtual Advice Session (6pm to 8pm)
Our Virtual Advice Sessions allow you to visit multiple subject advice rooms to talk to tutors and ask questions about courses via Zoom. You can register to attend here.
27 November: National Tree Week
National Tree Week is the UK’s largest annual tree celebration, marking the start of the winter tree planting season. It aims to bring people together to celebrate and plant trees across the country.
28 November: Hanukkah
Hanukkah is a Jewish festival commemorating the battles the Maccabees levied against their oppressors and how they were able to win their religious freedom.
December
2 December: International Day for the Abolition of Slavery
The international day for the abolition of slavery is observed every year on December 2, all over the world since 1986 to raise awareness about slavery and put an end to all kinds of slavery.
3 December: International Day of People With Disabilities
International Day of People With Disabilities aims to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development and to increase awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every aspect.
4 December: Wildlife Conservation Day
Wildlife Conservation Day seeks to spread awareness about preserving and protecting the natural world and its inhabitants.
12 December: Farmers' Market at Forty Hall Farm
Discover a range of local food producers, street food stalls and visit some of our farm animals. Pre-booking is not required for this event. You can find out more about Forty Hall Farm here.
16 December: Virtual Advice Session (6pm to 8pm)
Our Virtual Advice Sessions allow you to visit multiple subject advice rooms to talk to tutors and ask questions about courses via Zoom. You can register to attend here.
25 December: Christmas Day
Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration by billions of people around the world.
