
It is with immense pride that we announce that Kate Mason has been awarded the Women in Agriculture Education and Training Woman of the Year award at the The National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026, and is the icing on the cake as she celebrates 40 years of working with and for Vale Training Services Ltd.
The event celebrated 13 exceptional women from across the UK farming sector during a ceremony held on 5 May at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Organised by Mark Allen Group and supported by sponsors including Nestlé UK & Ireland, Co-op, HSBC UK, NFU, Noble Foods, and Pig World where you can read the full report, the awards recognised outstanding contributions across the agricultural industry.
Winners were chosen from an extremely competitive shortlist, highlighting the growing strength, influence, and visibility of women throughout the sector.
For more information visit the NFU online page.
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This Workshop is designed for operatives and Site Managers who use, or supervise the use of, Steps , Ladders, & platforms to enable them to comply with the Working at Height Regulations 2005. It is a theoretical and practical one day training course for persons working, or supervising work, at height. It includes the safe use of ladders and step ladders and erection of towers.

Course prerequisite: None
Certificating Body: Lantra or NPORS
Course Length: 1 day
Course Times: 9.30am to 4.00pm or to suit client.
Instructor: Various
Cost: £100 + VAT in house courses and prices available on application
Venue: Marsh Hill Centre, Marsh, Aylesbury. HP17 8ST or to suit client
Maximum Trainees: 6
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