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East Durham College students set to showcase talent at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Floristry students from East Durham College’s Houghall Campus are preparing to take their skills to one of the most prestigious horticultural events in the world – the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
Posted 11/03/2026
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East Durham College Successfully Maintains its Matrix Standard Accreditation

The Matrix Standard Accreditation reinforces our commitment to delivering high-quality Information, Advice and Guidance that puts students at the heart of every decision we make.
Posted 17/02/2026
Former Houghall student George standing with his girlfriend and wife

Former Houghall Student Celebrates 100th Birthday

East Durham College is proud to celebrate the 100th birthday of George, a former student of Houghall Agricultural College, whose remarkable life story spans a century of service, learning and community.
Posted 13/02/2026
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East Durham College Gym relaunches with a new name and look!

Previously named ‘Impact’ - East Durham College has celebrated the official opening of our newly refurbished gym, now known as EDC Gym, which opened on January 8, 2026.
Posted 14/01/2026
AWARD

East Durham College Celebrates First Winners of New Monthly Values Champion Awards

East Durham College is proud to launch a brand-new recognition scheme celebrating staff who go above and beyond in embodying the College’s core values. Each month, staff members who demonstrate outstanding commitment to one of our key values will be nominated and celebrated as Values Champions.
Posted 02/12/2025
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Paige Paves the Way: Oaklea Trust & East Durham College Mark First Apprenticeship Success

East Durham College and Oaklea Trust celebrate their first apprentice to complete their programme through their new Apprentice Academy approach to training.
Posted 17/11/2025
Architects' render of outside of new East Durham College Houghall campus building

Breaking Ground at a Groundbreaking Place

The official launch of our exciting new chapter at our Houghall campus has begun!
Posted 30/10/2025
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Lee Stafford Visits to Celebrate EDC’s LSE College of the Year award.

Celebrity stylist Lee Stafford visited EDC to host a masterclass and workshop in honour of EDC's Lee Stafford Education Best College of the Year award.
Posted 23/09/2025

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