News Archives - Page 6 of 14

Posted: 30th May 2023

Derwen Fete Weekend success

There were happy faces and wagging tails aplenty when hundreds of visitors – including walkers, runners and pet dogs galore – enjoyed sunshine and fun…

Posted: 22nd May 2023

GOLD celebrations at the palace

A phenomenal 19 Derwen College students and graduates were at Buckingham Palace on Friday, receiving their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards at a reception hosted…

Posted: 17th May 2023

Proud to be Natspec Award finalists

Derwen College is very proud to be shortlisted for two Natspec Innovation Awards. These Natspec awards recognise and celebrate innovative practice in the specialist further…

Posted: 4th May 2023

Perfect work placement for Oliver

A dedicated Horticulture student has proved his skills and work ethic by leading the way as the first ever learner to get regular work placements…

Posted: 4th May 2023

Students growing plants and trees from seed

Horticulture students have been growing their own trees and plants from seeds and cuttings, which are now for sale in the Garden Centre Shop. Students…

Posted: 2nd May 2023

Planting perennials for the future

The Derwen planting team have been busy creating bee and butterfly-friendly flower displays in nearby Oswestry. Our Nursery Production Manager Paul Moss, client Anton Berry…

Posted: 28th April 2023

Derwen bees buzzing for summer

As the weather warms up, Derwen beekeepers have been checking up on our three hives of bees; making sure our colonies are safe, clean, happy…

Posted: 14th April 2023

On track for a stronger, more confident future

Train enthusiast and Derwen College student, Harry, is combining his hobby with learning important life and work skills, at a weekly placement at Oswestry’s Cambrian…

Posted: 31st March 2023

Derwen pedallers complete 24-hour Spinathon

We raised more than £13,000, with donations still coming in! Derwen College Sports Coordinators, Sian Thomas and Steve Evans, completed a phenomenal 24 hours on…

Posted: 31st March 2023

Inspiring visitors for Careers Week

We’re always keen to have guest speakers and experts come into College to talk to and inspire students. This week, for Careers Week, we’ve been…

Posted: 24th March 2023

Competitions Week success

Students have enjoyed showcasing their work skills, as well as their talents in gaming and creative writing, for our Competitions Week. Retail held an Easter-themed…

Posted: 24th March 2023

Poetry competition winners

Derwen wordsmiths were rewarded today when special guest poet and writer Jan Hedger visited College to judge our Poetry Competition, during Competitions Week, and on…