Description
Spend four days working on a neglected hedge to make it stock-proof, more beneficial to wildlife and it will look beautiful too. We will teach you traditional hedge laying using hand tools. Learn how to use a bill hook - the iron age tool that is still the best for the job today. The workshop covers: > Theory - why do we lay hedges, the history and the theory of how we do it. > A lot of hands on practice using bill hooks, bow saws and Yorkshire bill hooks. > Placement and creation of hedging stakes. > Great instructor to student ratios mean that you will have as much or as little guidance as you feel you need. Please note that this course is 4 consecutive days running from the 16th - 19th February 2026 (Monday - Thursday). ARE THERE ANY REQUIREMENTS? > The course is physically demanding and you will be in the elements for 4 days. The hedge is also often a walk from where we park. If you have any questions about this then please feel free to get in touch. > Please bring a packed lunch and a bottle of water. You may also want to bring a notebook and pen to take notes. > Please wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes with steel toe caps (these are really important due to the nature of the work). Layers are key in hedge laying, as once you start on the hedge you’ll get warm quickly. ABOUT THE VENUE: The hedge laying course takes place in a different venue every year depending on where the best hedge is to lay. All venues though will have some form of shelter and somewhere to park. We do our best to make sure there is a toilet on site but this is not always a possibility. What is guaranteed is that you’ll be in a beautiful location somewhere in rural North Pembrokeshire. **Mae'r prosiect hwn wedi'i ariannu gan Gynllun Tirwedd Coedwig Genedlaethol Cymru 2025/2027 Llywodraeth Cymru, a weinyddir gan CGCG. This project is funded by Welsh Government's National Forest for Wales Landscape Scheme 2025/2027, administered by WCVA.**
What's included in the price?
> Quality tools. > All safety gear (except steel toe capped boots).
Duration
4 days
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Cwm Arian Renewable Energy, a Community Benefit Society based in West Wales, works to inspire and support local communities to create a sustainable, resilaint change. With a strong commitment to renewable energy and grassroots action, CARE is dedicated to fostering positive environmental and social change. Amongst our projects is a community wind turbine, community garden, research into sustainable land based practices and sustainable art & craft centre, based in Hermon.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Suitable for beginners
- Intermediate level
- Advanced/pro level
