Regent Academy

19/08/2026

Can't decide which course to choose?

Here's a quick guide:
🎩 Love weddings? → Civil Celebrant or Wedding Planner
🏠 Obsessed with interiors? → Interior Design (Successful or Professional)
👗 Want to make clothes? → Fashion Design and Dressmaking
📚 Got stories to tell? → Complete Writing
🏺 Antiques enthusiast? → Understanding Antiques

Still stuck? Give us a ring – we'll help you figure it out.

01409 220415

13/08/2026

05/08/2026

🎉 Event Planner or Wedding Planner: Build a Career You'll Love

Thinking about a career planning memorable occasions? Understanding the difference between event planning and wedding planning is your first step!

EVENT PLANNER focuses on:
✓ Wide range of events (corporate, charity, parties)
✓ Logistics and professional objectives
✓ Branding, ROI, large-scale management
✓ Corporate and individual clients

WEDDING PLANNER focuses on:
✓ Weddings exclusively
✓ Personal touches and sentiment
✓ Emotional support for couples
✓ Bridal trends, ceremonies, etiquette

Our Wedding & Event Planner Course teaches you BOTH:
📋 Client consultation & relationship building
🎨 Event design and styling
💰 Budget planning & vendor negotiation
📅 Timeline creation & project management
🎯 Day-of coordination & problem-solving
💼 Business development & marketing

Many successful planners work across both areas, creating diverse income streams and staying busy year-round.

Flexible distance learning | Study from home | Start planning while you learn

📖 Read the full comparison and explore the course:
https://regentacademy.com/event-planner-or-wedding-planner-build-a-career-youll-love/

Discover the key differences between an event planner and a wedding planner and find out how to start a successful career in events today.

30/07/2026

There are two types of people:

1. Those who say "I wish I'd learned design/writing/event planning etc"
2. Those who actually learn it

Which one are you?

2026 is already flying by. Don't let another year pass wishing you'd started.

👉 Enrol now!

21/07/2026

Thinking of starting a course from home?

"Do I need any experience before starting?"

Short answer: Nope.

Our courses are designed for complete beginners. You don't need:

❌ Previous qualifications
❌ Art school credentials
❌ Natural "talent" (whatever that means)

You just need curiosity and commitment.

Everything else? We'll teach you.

Start from scratch. Finish with skills.

16/07/2026

Why Demand for Wedding Celebrants Is Growing in the UK

More couples are moving away from traditional wedding ceremonies and choosing celebrations that feel personal, meaningful and unique to them.

Celebrant led weddings allow couples to create a ceremony that reflects their relationship, values and personality, making every ceremony truly one of a kind.

Our latest blog explores why demand for wedding celebrants is growing across the UK and the trends shaping modern weddings.

Read more: https://regentacademy.com/why-demand-for-wedding-celebrants-is-growing-in-the-uk/

The rise in demand for wedding celebrants in the UK is transforming modern weddings. Discover the trends behind the growth.

08/07/2026

A little more about us…

At Regent Academy, we’ve been helping people develop new skills and explore creative careers for over 30 years. With more than 90,000 students supported since 1990, we’re proud to offer flexible home study courses that fit around real life — whether that’s work, family, or other commitments.

Our courses are designed to be accessible to everyone, with no previous experience needed for many subjects. You can study at your own pace, with dedicated tutor support available whenever you need guidance or encouragement along the way.

We know flexibility matters, which is why we offer:
✔️ Monthly payment options to spread the cost
✔️ The freedom to study from home, in your own time
✔️ Tutor support throughout your course
✔️ The option to build skills for a new career, a side business, or personal fulfilment

Whether you’re looking to start something new or simply follow a passion, our courses are designed to give you the confidence and knowledge to take that next step.

If you’ve been thinking about learning something new… this could be your moment

30/06/2026

💫 Ever thought about becoming a Civil Celebrant?

If you love creating meaningful moments and have a way with words, this could be the perfect career for you. Civil celebrants conduct personalised, heartfelt ceremonies—weddings, naming ceremonies, vow renewals, and funeral celebrations.

What makes Regent Academy's Civil Celebrant Course special:
✅ City & Guilds Accredited
✅ Flexible home study—learn at your pace
✅ Dedicated tutor support throughout
✅ Covers weddings, funerals, and naming ceremonies
✅ Build a rewarding, well-paid career

Many celebrants charge £400-800+ per ceremony. Start building YOUR creative business today.

🔗 Discover more: https://regentacademy.com/product/civil-celebrant-course/

Take our City & Guilds Accredited civil celebrant course to plan and deliver beautiful ceremonies for your friends, loved ones and clients.

24/06/2026

🔎 The Beginner's Guide on How to Sell Antiques

If you have a passion for objects from bygone days and a fascination with the stories they hold, learning how to sell antiques could be the perfect venture for you.

Our beginner's guide covers:

✅ Why become an antique dealer?
✅ Starting and building your collection
✅ Educating yourself about antiques
✅ How to assess value accurately
✅ Where to buy (auctions, markets, private sales, online)
✅ Where to sell (online, fairs, shops)
✅ Choosing your niche (periods, items, styles)
✅ Equipment and investment requirements
✅ Tips for long-term success

Selling antiques isn't just about finding dusty items—it involves knowledge, research, strategy, and passion for history and craftsmanship.

Want formal training? Our Understanding Antiques Course covers everything from authentication and valuation to buying at auction and building your dealing business.

📖 Read the complete beginner's guide:
https://regentacademy.com/the-beginners-guide-on-how-to-sell-antiques/

Are you thinking of a career in selling antiques? Follow the Regent Academy beginner's guide on how to sell antiques and start making money out of your passion.

18/06/2026

Fashion Design and Dressmaking Course 2 – because Course 1 was just the beginning.

Take your skills to the next level:
• Advanced pattern making
• Complex garment construction
• Professional finishing techniques
• Creating original designs

This is where you go from "I made this" to "I DESIGNED and made this."

Already completed Course 1? Time to level up.

https://regentacademy.com/product/fashion-design-and-dressmaking-course-2/

Our second Fashion Design Course - Fashion Design and Dressmaking Course 2 lets you learn professional finishing techniques and design principles