Supporting Agriculture & Rural Industries Through Practical Training
SWATG Established in 1975
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Training Needs Assesment
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Lantra, UKRS, City & Guilds NPTC accredited courses.
Featured Courses
ATV & Quad Bike
Chainsaw
Forklift & Telehandler
First Aid at Work
Manual Handling
Pesticides (PA Courses)
Tractor Driving
The Saffron Walden Agricultural Training Group provides high-quality training for agriculture, arboriculture, horticulture and other land-based industries. We work with businesses and individuals to deliver practical training, staff development and professional advice that helps keep organisations up to date with current legislation and industry requirements.
Our fully accredited instructors and assessors are experienced, trusted professionals within the agricultural sector, delivering courses either on-site at your premises or at local training venues. We aim to provide relevant, cost-effective training that fits around the seasonal demands and workloads of rural businesses.
Courses available for both members and non-members.
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Save up to 25% on non-member course fees and gain access to ongoing training support for your business.
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Helping rural businesses identify practical staff training requirements and maintain compliance.
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Explore our wide range of agricultural, machinery, safety and rural skills training courses.
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Reminder to all members, that our Annual General Meeting is taking place on Thursday 5th September 2026 at The Bell, Wendens Ambo, Saffron Walden starting at 6.30pmOn the agenda: Membership feesUpdates to the groups constitutionVoting of the committee[...]
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It has been a long time coming, but SWATG can now take course booking and enquiries again. If you need any assistance please don't hesitate to contact your new training officer Julia Baines, on 07854492720 or email her at SWAgriTG@outlook.com[...]
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It is with great saddens that we have to report that our long standing Training Officer and Instructor Robert Patmore, has passed away. His funeral is taking place on Friday 12th September 2025, 11am at St Mary the Virgin Church, Arkesden, Saffron Walden. Whilst SWATG co[...]
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