Charcoal-Making Weekend in the Wyre Forest

Description

Spend a weekend deep in the heart of the beautiful, peaceful and ancient Wyre Forest making charcoal in a traditional way as it would have been during the hey-day of the local charcoal industry. Firstly we will learn about coppicing – what it means and how we do it to create a useful product – in our case to turn the cut stems into charcoal. However we will discuss other uses, why this traditional woodland management technique nearly died out and consider its revival. We will experiment with 3 or 4 different ways of making charcoal. A significant element of the weekend in the forest will simply be enjoying the peace and quiet of the beautiful surroundings. You will go home refreshed and revitalised, having spent time connecting with nature, learning a new skill, working hard in the outdoors and feasting on pasture-fed ‘happy’ meat.

What's included in the price?

Camping will be available for participants only and is included in the cost. Refreshments will be available throughout the weekend and an evening campfire meal of local produce is also included in the cost. You will need to bring packed lunches for Saturday and Sunday which can be stored in a fridge on site. You will take home a bag of charcoal that you have made!

Cancellation policy

Non-refundable - Refunds are not available

Maker

Wyre Community Land Trust

with Craft Courses since 2016

Message the tutor

Wyre Community Land Trust was founded in 2007, with the aim of providing an exemplar social enterprise model of rural land management and community engagement. We work in partnership with many landowners within the Wyre Forest to conserve the environment and promote wellbeing and education in nature.