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Practical Garden Tool Sharpening - Workshop

Course code: P09510

Subject area: Learning for Wellbeing

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

18:00 - 20:00

Days of week:

Tuesday

Course date:

8th Dec 2026 - 8th Dec 2026

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

Join this practical indoor workshop to learn how to clean and sharpen your garden tools for better performance and longevity. Bring your own tools, and we鈥檒l provide the sharpening and cleaning materials.
鈥 Importance of maintaining sharp garden tools鈥 Identifying different tool types and their sharpening needs鈥 Cleaning tools to prevent rust and damage鈥 Understanding sharpening materials and techniques鈥 Step-by-step sharpening process for common tools鈥 Safe handling and maintenance best practices鈥 Troubleshooting common tool issues鈥 Hands-on practice with your own tools

Facilities at Abingdon Campus:

鈥 Vending machines and Costa Coffee shop (open until 7pm on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday term time only).鈥 Watercoolers available, making it easy to refill your water bottle.鈥 Free parking.

Course units
Please note that this is not an RHS qualification course, nor is it affiliated with any of the horticulture programmes delivered at our Common Leys campus. The course is specifically designed for gardening enthusiasts seeking to develop their knowledge and practical skills for personal interest, rather than as a formal professional qualification.
What next?
Continue your gardening journey by joining other workshops or enrolling in a 10-week gardening course, exploring allotment growing, seasonal planting, and sustainable garden design.
Entry criteria
No previous knowledge or experience necessary. All welcome.

Please note - you should be 19 years old or over at 31st August 2026 prior to starting the course.

Fee information
A nominal materials fee will cover the cost of essential supplies, including sharpening stones, sandpaper, WD-40, cloths, and other necessary materials. All tools and equipment for the session will be provided.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Co-Funded Fee (19+)

拢24.96

Reduced Fee (19+)

拢14.98

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