Academy for Distance Learning

04/10/2026

🚂 All aboard for a journey into history!

Today, on October 4th, 1883, the Orient Express departed Paris on its official inaugural journey. 🗓️✨

143 years later, this famous train gives us a fascinating way to explore history, geography and how railways connected people across Europe. 🌍📚

Learning about the past can take us to some incredible places, without even leaving our homes! 🧠💡

💬 If you could take a train journey anywhere in the world, where would you go?

26/09/2026

🎓 Share the opportunity to learn and enjoy a free course on us!

Know a friend, family member or colleague who’s keen to develop their skills, explore a passion or take their learning further?

When you refer someone for a 100-hour Certificate Course, you’ll receive a FREE Foundation Course of your choice. 🎁

It’s an opportunity to encourage someone else’s learning journey while continuing your own. Choose a Foundation Course that sparks your curiosity, helps you explore a different subject or builds on an existing interest.

🌱 They take their next step. You discover something new.

Have someone in mind? Share this post with them! To send us your referral details or find out more, get in touch:

📧 [email protected]
📞 01227 789649

🎁 ADL's Foundation Courses: https://adlonlinecourses.com/course-category/foundation-courses/

25/09/2026

⚔️ On This Day: The Battle of Stamford Bridge ⚔️

📅 25 September 1066
📍 Stamford Bridge, Yorkshire, near York

👑 King Harold Godwinson of England defeated an invading Norwegian army led by King Harald Hardrada and Harold’s own brother, Tostig Godwinson.

🛡️ After a rapid march north, Harold caught the invaders by surprise. Both Hardrada and Tostig were killed in the fierce fighting, ending their bid for the English throne.

🏹 Harold’s victory was short-lived. Just 19 days later, on 14 October 1066, he was defeated and killed fighting William of Normandy at the Battle of Hastings.

📜 Two battles, less than three weeks apart, helped shape the course of English history.

#1066

24/09/2026

🌟 Discover your next passion - for just £79!

Explore ADL’s popular accredited Foundation Courses and an extensive library of subjects to spark your curiosity. 📚

There’s plenty to choose from, including:

🌷 Designing Gardens
💬 Addiction Counselling
🐄 Calf Rearing
🧮 Understanding Bookkeeping
🌿 Ecotherapy
🪴 Indoor Plants
🌱 Creating Herb Gardens, plus many more...

🎓 Every Foundation Course includes an IEAC Accredited Certificate, all for just £79 per course!

Whether you’re exploring a new interest or building your knowledge, find your next course with ADL - Academy for Distance Learning. ✨

📩 Message us to find out more.

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17/09/2026

🌿 Meet Sarah Foss, our new Horticulture tutor! 🌻

We’re thrilled to welcome Sarah to the Academy for Distance Learning (ADL)! With experience in horticulture since 2005 and a passion for adult education, she brings plenty of knowledge and enthusiasm to our teaching team. 💚

🎓 Sarah graduated from the RHS Master of Horticulture programme in 2022, achieving the highest overall grade in her cohort. Her experience includes examining for RHS qualifications and creating and delivering horticultural courses for organisations including Imperial College London.

🪻 In her RHS interview, Sarah shared how studying helped her build the self-belief to pursue her love of teaching. She spoke openly about balancing learning with work and family life, the importance of support, and the opportunities her qualification opened up.

🌼 Her curiosity shines through, too! An enthusiastic allotment gardener, Sarah researched the value of earthworms for her dissertation, turning that interest into talks for gardening groups and a keynote presentation at the National Allotment Society’s AGM.

🌱 Sarah’s belief that learning never stops is something we’re proud to celebrate at ADL. We’re delighted to have her supporting our horticulture students as they develop their own knowledge and confidence.

🌻 Please join us in giving Sarah a warm welcome!

🌸 RHS Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJDK6jGYP34

17/09/2026

🌊🏖️ Love our coast? Let’s help keep it beautiful!

📅 18–27 September is The Great British Beach Clean, which is a chance to come together, tackle litter, and show our shores some love. 💙

🧤 Join a local beach clean
♻️ Help remove litter from our coastline
🐚 Do your bit to protect marine wildlife

Bring a friend, enjoy some sea air and help make a difference, one piece of litter at a time! 🌍✨

👉 Find out how to get involved: The Great British Beach Clean

💬 Which beach would you love to give a little TLC? Tell us below!

17/09/2026

🌿✨ Turn your passion for gardens into inspiring outdoor spaces!

Discover the art of garden design with our IEAC Accredited Designing Gardens Course. Across 17 comprehensive lessons, you’ll learn how to bring your ideas to life and create beautiful, practical gardens that connect people with nature.

Whether you’re a keen hobbyist, a homeowner ready to transform your garden, or an aspiring garden designer, you’ll build your skills step by step. 🌱

Here’s what you’ll explore:

🌸 Choosing the right plants for your space
📐 Analysing a site and producing professional-quality garden plans
🏡 Creating a natural connection between home and garden
💷 Bringing your vision to life within a budget
🪴 Exploring different garden styles and layouts
⛲ Using paths, patios and other features to complete your design
🌍 Designing environmentally sustainable gardens that thrive in real-world conditions

Garden design is about more than planting, it’s a chance to express your creativity, set a mood and create somewhere special. ✨

🌱 Put your new skills into practice!

Take your final assessment at a time that suits you, day or night. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive an IEAC (International Education Accreditation Council) Certificate, personalised with your name and full course details.

💬 Thinking about your next step? ADL also offers a free career advice service; just ask when you apply.

👉 Ready to let your creativity grow? Click the link to discover more! 🌿

https://adlonlinecourses.com/product/foundation-courses/horticulture-courses/designing-gardens-foundation-20-hour-short-course/

16/09/2026

🌿 Growing knowledge, confidence and exciting new opportunities!

We’re so proud of our RHS students and the dedication they’re putting into their studies. Their latest messages give us plenty to celebrate! 👏

🌸 Nina achieved a Merit in Unit 2 and is now exploring further study, inspired by her passion for ecological solutions to pest and climate challenges.

🌏 Davina is preparing for a new chapter in Australia, where she hopes to put her horticultural learning into practice.

🎓 Kirsty has passed her final exams and is already looking forward to continuing her studies with ADL.

🌱 Sian has enjoyed the depth of her course, embraced the challenges and told us how much she’s learned along the way.

Beyond the exam results, it’s wonderful to hear our students speak about their growing confidence, curiosity and enthusiasm for what comes next. From exploring the learning materials to putting new knowledge into practice, their hard work deserves recognition. 💚

A huge congratulations to our students, and a heartfelt thank you to Susan for her expert guidance, thoughtful feedback and encouragement throughout their learning.

Thinking about developing your plant knowledge, exploring a future in horticulture or taking your passion for gardening further?

🌸 Get in touch to find out more about studying RHS courses with ADL. We’d love to hear what you hope to grow next! 🌿🌼



https://adlonlinecourses.com/course-category/courses/rhs-royal-horticultural-society-qualifications/

15/09/2026

🏡 Accredited Bed & Breakfast Management Course

Dreaming of running a B&B, guest house or holiday let or becoming an Airbnb host? This course is suitable for anyone contemplating starting their own Bed and Breakfast, Guest House or Airbnb.

Build the skills to welcome guests with confidence! ✨

📅 Manage bookings and daily operations
🛏️ Create memorable guest experiences
📣 Develop your marketing and business skills

🎓 IEAC Accredited
Take the first step towards your hospitality business.

👉 Enrol today!

Study a Bed & Breakfast Management course online - learn online with ADL with interest free payment plans - secure your future.

14/09/2026

LIFE COACHING...

LEVEL 5 ACCREDITED DIPLOMA COURSE

🌟 BECOME A PROFESSIONALLY QUALIFIED LIFE COACH

✓ GOAL SETTING & ACTION PLANNING
✓ MOTIVATION & PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT
✓ STRESS & CONFLICT MANAGEMENT
✓ HEALTH, FITNESS & WELLBEING
✓ COMMUNICATION & COACHING SKILLS
✓ ETHICS & PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
✓ PLUS SO MUCH MORE...

📚 TWO COMPULSORY MODULES
🎯 CHOOSE FOUR ELECTIVE MODULES
⏰ APPROXIMATELY 600 HOURS; STUDY AT YOUR OWN PACE

Receive a genuine professional Life Coaching Diploma after successfully completing the course.

🏅 Graduates may apply for professional membership with ACCPH. Approved members may use the post-nominal letters MACCPH.

Selected diploma modules are also accredited by the Complementary Medical Association (CMA). Membership is subject to each organisation’s current eligibility and application requirements.

🚀 ENROL TODAY

Turn your passion for helping others into a rewarding professional career. Click on the link for further details:

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