The desire to conserve and enhance our heritage hedgerows, undertake new (old) skills and spend time in the outdoors is on the increase. Here's an exciting opportunity for you to join our hedge laying heritage skills workshop and enjoy an experience that will stay with you for life!
An exciting opportunity to learn new skills and meet others by participating in a heritage skills hedge laying workshop
Hedge laying is an ancient skill practised throughout the UK and Europe during the winter. This technique rejuvenates hedgerows by encouraging them to put on new growth, the process also improves the overall structure and strength of a hedge providing protection for crops and wildlife.
Who's the workshop open to?
This course is open to:
- anyone over 16 years old
- individuals or private groups - this workshop is great for a team building activity
Please note that our hedge laying is not suitable for anybody unable to move around on rough ground.
The training courses take place during selected dates from September through to November. The course is spread over two days, commencing at 10.00 a.m. each day through to 1.00 p.m. with a break for a hot lunch.
HOT LUNCH IS INCLUDED
Menu to be confirmed nearer the time but it will be delicious!
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What should I bring with me?
We will supply all the required tools and protection including thick gloves, billhooks, pruning saws and loppers.
You will be outside throughout the day, therefore, participants should dress warmly and bring waterproofs and strong footwear - be prepared to get dirty!
Meet the course leader
The workshop is delivered by our friendly and experienced hedge layer, David, who is level 3 qualified in education and training.
£80.00 - Single day (Hot lunch included)
£150.00 - Two days (Hot lunch included on both days)
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