Travel. Learn. Bring fresh ideas back to Cheshire.
The John Platt Travel Scholarship is a £4,000 award created by Reaseheath College and the Cheshire Agricultural Society. It supports people aged 18 to 35 who work in agriculture or a related land-based industry and want to build their skills through travel.
If you’ve got an idea, a destination in mind, and a passion for improving how we do things here in Cheshire, this is your chance to make it happen.
Why this scholarship exists
John Platt was a huge supporter of Cheshire’s farming community. Chair of Governors at Reaseheath for 14 years, and a governor for more than 20, he oversaw major developments across the campus. Today, a dedicated agricultural centre and hall of residence are named in his honour.
He spent decades championing local farmers, leading the Cheshire Agricultural Society and helping to shape the Royal Cheshire Show. John believed that travel opens your mind, builds confidence and brings back fresh thinking and that young people should have the chance to experience that, regardless of their financial situation.
This scholarship continues that legacy.
Who can apply
You are eligible if you:
- Are 18-35 years old
- Work in agriculture or a related land-based industry
- Live or work in Cheshire
- Have a travel project that could bring new skills, ideas or innovation back into the local agricultural sector
What we’re looking for
A strong application will show:
- A clear travel plan
- What you want to learn and why
- How your research or experience will support innovation or progress within Cheshire’s farming community
- Real passion for your area of work.
If you’re awarded the scholarship, you’ll be asked to share your learning with the Cheshire Agricultural Society and invited groups once you return.
Key dates for 2026
- Applications close: Sunday 17th May
- Presentation Panel: Tuesday 2nd June, 6pm
- Award presented: at The President’s Lunch, Royal Cheshire Show
Financial support
The scholarship is designed to help people who wouldn’t normally be able to fund this kind of travel on their own. The cost is split between Reaseheath College and University Centre and the Cheshire Agricultural Society.
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