Scything course: a refresher

Scything course: a refresher

  • Ages 16+

Improve your scything skills under the guiding and watchful eye of Nicole ... and help keep the sward of our beautiful orchards mown.

By David Lindgren

Date and time

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 10:00 - 17:00 GMT+1.

Location

Gloucestershire Orchard Trust's orchards at Longney

GL2 3SW Longney GL2 3SW United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 7 hours
  • Ages 16+
  • Free venue parking

Scything course: a refresher

If you already know how to scythe or have been on one of our introductory courses, but would like to hone your technique, then this is the course for you. There are almsot 7 hectares of orchard meadow on which you can practise. Nicole will offer you hints and tips as you mow, in a real-world situation.

You'll need to bring your own scythe withn you, but we will have peening equipment on hand.


Frequently asked questions

What should I wear?

Clothing appropriate for the weather. No open-toed shoes. The track to the orchards is uneven, as are parts of the orchards, so we recommend you wear sturdy walking boots or shoes.

What should I bring?

You'll need to bring your own scythe for this course, but we will have peening equipment and whetstones on hand to help keep your blade sharp. Please bring your own packed lunch, flask of tea, snacks to sustain - there are no shops in the vicinity.

What facilities are at the orchard?

We meet in a restored byre, which offers us shelter from excessive rain or sun. There is a composting loo there, also a tap with mains water.

Where should I park?

Please park by the white railings adjacent to Bow Lane Cottage. If there is no space there, please park on the grass verge a little further along the road. Please park considerately and don't block the drives or entrances to local residents' homes. if possible, lift share if possible!

What else do I need to know?

We suggest you park no later than 09:45 - it's about a 10 minute walk down the track and through one orchard to get to the byre. There may be sheep in the orchards, so please keep gates closed ... and no dogs.

Organised by

David Lindgren
£40