Training & Development
It’s amazing to look back at the achievements of some of our learners and we wish them all the very best for their future careers. There are so many to mention, but here are a few more former Myerscough College students that you may or may not be so aware of;
Christine Walkden – Christine is a television presenter, celebrity horticulturalist and plantswoman, best known for her appearances on gardening programmes, The One Show and BBC Radio 4’s Gardener’s Question Time.
Apprentices Antonio and Calum with Myerscough College tutor Nick Atkinson in the show garden
great success winning Gold at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show for his “Reachout” show garden.
Christine Walkden
Paul Burgess – Paul is one of the world’s leading groundsmen, currently in charge of the playing surface at the Bernabeu, the home of Spanish footballing giants, Real Madrid
Almost a year in the making, John has worked closely in partnership with sponsors and engaged Myerscough College apprentices within the garden build process. The finished design sees a striking metal sculpture of a crouched figure leaning against a slate wall. A hand dips into a nine metre long water channel, leading the figure through a series of stone columns that decrease in height and become smoother until they blend with the planting, demonstrating a young person’s journey into society and adulthood.
Paul Burgess
Rob Musgrave – Rob is a highly respected technician in the world of Formula One. He’s currently number one mechanic to Lewis Hamilton in the Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 team.
Anthony Pilkington – Anthony has risen through the footballing ranks to become a Premier League star with Norwich City, as well as a full Republic of Ireland international.
John says: ‘’It’s wonderful to see the design come together after twelve months of planning and a two week intensive build. The garden represents a story of a girl 'reaching out' for help and guidance in trying to overcome many obstacles in life. It's great to have the support and sponsorship of Myerscough College in this project and the input of Myerscough Apprentices as part of the garden build has been really appreciated and inspiring."
‘’The concept behind the garden evolved following a discussion with young people living locally. In the interests of local growth and in the future of the planet, young people should be encouraged to go into the gardening and landscaping industry.’’
Nick Atkinson, Workbased Co-ordinator, Horticulture at Myerscough College, attended the show and said: ‘’The garden got a lot of very positive interest and feedback, including the BBC filming the garden for 50 minutes and showing it on their coverage.’’
Anthony Pilkington 140 I PC JUNE/JULY 2014
‘’Household names in the industry, such as garden designer, Diarmuid Gavin, were very positive about Myerscough College’s involvement and the importance of getting the apprentices involved in the whole Chelsea build and show experience. John has been that impressed with our Apprentices involvement that he’s now
offered to come to College and give a talk to our students.’’
The apprentices, who are both with Amey Plc, based at Kensington Gardens as part of the Royal Parks Apprenticeships scheme, are also to be involved in the operation to dismantle the piece ahead of it being recreated on a roundabout in Blackburn.
Antonio Figueiredo said: "John, the designer, explained the concept of the garden as we arrived on site so we could understand what he was trying to achieve. It was good to get involved in all aspects of the build including building, planting and preparing the stone. I’m really pleased the garden achieved a gold medal.’’
Calum Mackenzie said: "Helping build the show garden was a great experience and it is not often you get to go to a place where so many designers and trades are working together. I am pleased for John to achieve a Gold medal, being a first time exhibitor at Chelsea. He was very supportive and great to work with. It was also an interesting opportunity to look around other show gardens being constructed"
Chrysanthemum picking in 1947
We’ve certainly come a long, long way, since our inception, 120 years ago. Myerscough College, established in 1894 and still growing…..
For information on any of our provision or courses please contact the Employer Services Team on 01995 642255 or email
employerenquires@myerscough.ac.uk
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68 |
Page 69 |
Page 70 |
Page 71 |
Page 72 |
Page 73 |
Page 74 |
Page 75 |
Page 76 |
Page 77 |
Page 78 |
Page 79 |
Page 80 |
Page 81 |
Page 82 |
Page 83 |
Page 84 |
Page 85 |
Page 86 |
Page 87 |
Page 88 |
Page 89 |
Page 90 |
Page 91 |
Page 92 |
Page 93 |
Page 94 |
Page 95 |
Page 96 |
Page 97 |
Page 98 |
Page 99 |
Page 100 |
Page 101 |
Page 102 |
Page 103 |
Page 104 |
Page 105 |
Page 106 |
Page 107 |
Page 108 |
Page 109 |
Page 110 |
Page 111 |
Page 112 |
Page 113 |
Page 114 |
Page 115 |
Page 116 |
Page 117 |
Page 118 |
Page 119 |
Page 120 |
Page 121 |
Page 122 |
Page 123 |
Page 124 |
Page 125 |
Page 126 |
Page 127 |
Page 128 |
Page 129 |
Page 130 |
Page 131 |
Page 132 |
Page 133 |
Page 134 |
Page 135 |
Page 136 |
Page 137 |
Page 138 |
Page 139 |
Page 140 |
Page 141 |
Page 142 |
Page 143 |
Page 144 |
Page 145 |
Page 146 |
Page 147 |
Page 148 |
Page 149 |
Page 150 |
Page 151 |
Page 152 |
Page 153 |
Page 154 |
Page 155 |
Page 156