Face to Face Farming Courses
We offer a wide range of courses to suit all farm types and species, addressing all areas of the business, from animal health and welfare to recruitment and environmental management.
LLM Farm Vets – Lambing Courses
Variable Dates
Getting ready for lambing season? Our Lambing Training Course is designed to give you the confidence, skills, and practical knowledge needed to manage lambing safely and successfully.
Benefits of attending:
• Build confidence
• Learn how to spot early signs of lambing and potential problems
• Improve lamb survival rates and ewe welfare
• Gain practical, hands-on experience
• Ideal for beginners, new entrants, students, or anyone wanting a refresher
What the course may include:
• Understanding the lambing process
• Preparing ewes and lambing facilities
• Assisting with difficult lambings
• Newborn lamb care and colostrum management
• Recognising common lambing issues and when to intervene
• Basic hygiene and animal welfare best practice
Whether you’re new to sheep farming or want to sharpen your skills, this course will help you feel prepared and confident when lambing starts.
Dates –
Wednesday 25th February – 11 am – 2pm – At LLM Farm Vets, The Show Office, Agricultural Way, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1AH
Thursday 12th March – 1.30pm – 4.30pm – At LLM Farm Vets, The Show Office, Agricultural Way, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1AH
Limited spaces available – book early!
Whitchurch – 01948 663000
Eccleshall – 01785 472211
Bakewell – 01629 691692
Give us a call if you have any questions or would like to book.
LLM Farm Vets – Cattle AI Courses
Variable Dates
Looking to improve breeding performance and take more control of your herd’s genetics? Our Cattle Artificial Insemination (AI) Course provides the skills and knowledge needed to carry out AI confidently and correctly.
Benefits of attending:
• Improve herd genetics and breeding efficiency
• Learn correct AI techniques to increase conception rates
• Reduce reliance on stock bulls
• Gain practical, hands-on experience
• Suitable for farmers, farm staff, students, and new entrants
What the course may include:
• Understanding the bovine reproductive system
• Heat detection and timing of AI
• Handling, storage, and use of semen
• AI equipment use and hygiene
• Practical AI techniques on training models/live animals
• Health, safety, and animal welfare best practice
Whether you’re new to cattle AI or looking to refresh your skills, this course will help you breed more efficiently and confidently. Bespoke on-farm courses and AI refreshers available – call us if you’d like to discuss options
Limited places available – early booking advised
Monday 20th – Wednesday 22nd April
Wednesday 10th – Friday 12th June
Monday 24th – Wednesday 26th August
10m – 3pm, LLM Farm Vets, near Eccleshall, Staffs, and near Telford, Shrops.
Contact details –
Whitchurch – 01948 663000
Eccleshall – 01785 472211
Bakewell – 01629 691692
We do offer on farm courses and Ai refreshers available – call us for more information.
LLM – Intermediate Hoof Trimming Course
Monday 9th – Wednesday 11th March 2026
LLM Farm Vets, Eccleshall, ST21 6JL
A three-day Lantra-approved course aimed at those undertaking
both preventive hoof trimming and lame cow treatment. One day
of theory and practice on feet from the abattoir, followed by two
days trimming cows on farm.
To book your place, contact LLM Farm Vets on 01948 663000.
LLM Farm Vets – Advanced Calving Course
Thursday 5th March – 10am – 3pm , LLM Farm Vets, Unit 19A, Raleigh Hall Industrial Estate, Eccleshall, ST21 6JL
Join our farm veterinary team for an Advanced Calving Course designed for anyone who wants to refine their skills and improve calving outcomes.
This hands-on course focuses on:
- Assessing calving progress and recognising when to intervene
- Correct examination techniques and fetal positioning
- Advanced assisted calving methods
- Knowing when and how to call for veterinary assistance
- Reducing calf and cow losses through timely, confident action
Led by experienced farm vets, this course combines practical demonstrations with real-world case discussions to build confidence and competence at calving time.
Kingshay Training – Cattle DIY AI Course
Monday 16th – Wednesday 18th March 2026
Somerset
DEFRA-approved Artificial Insemination courses, suitable for all cattle farmers.
Full 3 day course & 1 day refresher course.
To book please fill out our quick and easy online booking form here.
Kingshay Training – Emergency Foot First Aid
Wednesday 1st April 2026
Cornwall
Treat your lame cows out on farm quickly and effectively. Recognise common, foot-related injuries and lameness conditions, understand the the anatomy and structure of the bovine hoof, carry out appropriate treatment and prevention for each of the lameness conditions and understand knife sharpening skills. Joined by Sam Cooper Cattle Foot Care.
1 day course.
To book please fill out our quick and easy online booking form here.
Kingshay Training – Cattle DIY AI Course
Wednesday 8th – Friday 10th April 2026
Mid-Cornwall
DEFRA-approved Artificial Insemination courses, suitable for all cattle farmers.
Full 3 day course & 1 day refresher course.
To book please fill out our quick and easy online booking form here.
Kingshay Training – Emergency Foot First Aid
Thursday 16th April 2026
Somerset
Treat your lame cows out on farm quickly and effectively. Recognise common, foot-related injuries and lameness conditions, understand the the anatomy and structure of the bovine hoof, carry out appropriate treatment and prevention for each of the lameness conditions and understand knife sharpening skills. Joined by Sam Cooper Cattle Foot Care.
1 day course.
To book please fill out our quick and easy online booking form here.
Want us to deliver a course for you, near you?
Have you hired new staff and need bulk training in one convenient location?
We know not all training is straightforward. We can provide bespoke training sessions on anything from key practical topics such as foot trimming, artificial insemination and the responsible use of medicines, through to sessions on team building and management. We can tailor any workshop to suit your specific requirements and can provide ongoing support and further training as required.
Learn more about your training options or to talk to a member of our team, call us on 01458 851555 or email [email protected].
Not what you’re looking for?
If the above courses are not suitable for you, please do not hesitate to complete our quick and easy online form to register your interest for future courses.
We can provide bespoke training sessions, tailor any workshop to suit your specific requirements and provide ongoing support and further training as required.
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Online, Face to Face, Technical Speakers & Facilitation
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