The visit to Rothamsted Research is now closed to applications!

We are excited to offer CSTS members an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to the world's oldest agricultural research institute on October 15th. This expert guided tour gives us privileged access to their cutting-edge research facilities.

You will see their historic sample archives, find out about their work on GM crops and controlled environment experiments, and witness the fascinating insect pest surveillance work. Plus, a chance to ask questions on initiatives such as Rothamsted's remarkable Geescroft Wilderness - the world's longest-running rewilding project. This site has been left untouched since the 1880s when it was converted from arable land, creating an extraordinary natural laboratory that predates the term "rewilding" by over a century!

We will also see Rothamsted Manor (where it all began) and the National Willow Collection being developed for biomass fuels.   More details at https://www.rothamsted.ac.uk/about-rothamsted-research

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Rothamsted is the world’s oldest agricultural research institute, at the forefront of transformative science that is helping deliver a more sustainable food system.

Our tour will include the historic sample archives, controlled environment plant experiments, GM crops, insect pest surveillance and in-field plant phenotyping.

We can also see the National Willow Collection, now being used to develop biomass fuels, Rothamsted Manor, where the first plant studies took place and Broadbalk, the world’s longest running field experiment.   

Programme for the day : timings approx. except 8.40!

• 8.40am Pulhams coach will leave Cirencester Football Club, Coronium Stadium, Kingsmill Lane, Cirencester, GL7 1HS
• 11.00-11.15 arrive at Rothamsted, brief coffee/comfort break
• 11.30 – 14.00 tour of the institute, as above
• 14.00 – 15.00 we can buy snacks/drinks at their café

Most of the tour will be outside and will continue whatever the weather, so come prepared!   

The closing date was 1^st October 2025