This course will be a practical introduction to the ancient craft of Hedge-laying. We will work together in a small group, maintaining a mature hedge in traditional west-country style; Laying branches to regenerate and trying out various tools and techniques, whilst harvesting firewood and poles for craft.
The aim is that the hands-on experience of this course will enable participants to Lay Hedges independently, by learning the tools and skills required, including:
choosing which branches to lay
cutting a hinge
laying the branch
weaving a hedge
pegging down the hedge
There will be a brief introduction before we start laying, including safe tool use, sharpening and maintenance.
The cost of the course will include accommodation in our beautiful gothic mansion and all your meals. Our food consists of a self-service breakfast and a freshly made vegetarian lunch and dinner. The accommodation will be in private rooms with two shared bathrooms on each floor of our house.
Alternatively, if you don’t require accommodation, you can just pay for the course and your meals.
When: March 6-8 2026
Where: Monkton Wyld Court, Elsdons' Lane, Nr Charmouth DT6 6DQ
You can arrive from Friday afternoon or evening to have dinner with the course leader at 6pm. The course will begin on Saturday morning after breakfast and finish at 5pm on Sunday.
The course is £244 which you can pay for at once or in installments. If you’d like to book early or to make it a gift before January 9th then the cost would be £224. For the course and meals with no accommodation the cost is £154.
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