Askham Bryan College

Askham Bryan College offers a high-quality apprenticeship programme in Golf Greenkeeping and Sports Turf Maintenance, designed to equip learners with the practical skills and technical knowledge as well as embedding key behaviours needed to succeed in the industry. Delivered through structured block weeks, apprentices benefit from focused, immersive training periods at our specialist campus, supported by experienced tutors.

Our curriculum combines hands-on experience with underpinning theory, covering areas such as turf maintenance, legislation and competition rules, machinery operation, plant science, and sustainable practices. Apprentices are supported throughout their journey with strong employer partnerships, ensuring real-world learning that aligns with current industry needs.

We are proud to be significantly above the national average for both achievement and retention, reflecting the strength of our teaching, support, and employer engagement. This ensures apprentices are not only completing their programme but progressing confidently into employment.

For those travelling from further afield, we offer comfortable on-site accommodation, living on campus allows apprentices to fully engage with their studies, connect with peers, and access resources beyond the classroom.

Askham Bryan College provides a professional, industry-focused apprenticeship experience that supports long-term career success.