Hazel Coppicing Course
Join us to learn this traditional method of woodland management in an intensive one day course.
Hazel coppicing is where trees are periodically cut down to ground level allowing them to regrow from the base. This practice encourages growth of smaller stem or ‘copses’ from the stump.
The cycle of cutting and regrowth helps maintain a health ecosystem, as it creates a diverse habitat for wildlife and allow light to reach the woodland floor, which in turn enourages biodiversity and improving soil quality.
This sustainable method of management provides materials such as firewood, thatching spars, stakes and binders for hedge laying and even making tools, baskets, fences, bean poles and walking sticks.
The day will start at 9:30 and around 3, there will be parking at the farm and more details about this will be sent before the training.
We will provide all equipment for the day however please ensure you bring along the following:
- Wet weather clothing (waterproof coat and trousers; gloves; hats; walking or wellington boots)
- Drinks, snacks and lunch (i.e. sandwiches)
- Any additional equipment you might like to include i.e. working gloves, bill-hooks and other hand tools (NB: this includes other personal items you might require, such as medication)
There will also be a stove or Kelly kettle, to provide hot drinks (tea and instant coffee). If you would like to bring your own beverages, please also feel free to do so.
