Hedgelaying & Coppice Training for Beginners

In this FREE 3 day workshop you will learn the traditional craft/skill of hedgelaying. Turn an unruly and over managed hedgerow into a stock-proof living fence with local expert and hedgelaying champion Philip Rowell. The cost will be subsidised by the DVLP for individuals wishing to gain new skills and experience.

Dates

Start Date: 6^th March 2017, 10:30
End Date: 8^th March 2017, 15:00

Event Info

The traditional art of hedgelaying has been part of our landscape for centuries. Originally used for the purposes of stock control, the skill of laying a hedge was once common practice. However, due to the introduction of cheaper and less labour intensive methods of stock control, this traditional form of land management is now a much rarer skill.

There are many styles of hedge-laying throughout the UK.

On the course you will learn to:

clear/prepare the hedge
Coppicing
cut and lay the pleachers
fix the stakes and bindings (Midland Style only)
correctly use and maintain hedge laying tools
the benefits of hedgelaying for wildlife and landowners

What to Bring

For this course you will need strong footwear, plenty of warm clothes, waterproofs, gloves (optional), a packed lunch and a drink/flask.

What we provide

All tools and equipment necessary for the course will be provided and the instructor will run through how each tool should be used during the course. Gloves and goggles are also provided.

Parking and a toilet will be available on or near to the work site.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL, PLEASE CONTACT US BELOW TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE.