Training in the practical aspects of countryside management techniques such as dry stone walling and hedge laying.
Courses looking at the theory behind these employing these techniques are another page.
Practical training in using and maintaining machinery e.g, chainsaw use, pesticide application and specialist driving courses are on another page.
First aid and health and safely type courses have a separate page.
18/05/2024 Dry Stone Walling for Beginners 2 Days
Werneth Low Country Park, Hyde, Cheshire, DSWA Cheshire Branch 07415 107120 dswacheshire@gmail.com c-js.info/3I0STAH
Strip out a wall, sort stone, build first lift, throughstones, second lift and coping the final wall
Cost £125
27/07/2024 Dry Stone Walling for Beginners 2 Days
Plattwood Farm, Disley, Cheshire, DSWA Cheshire Branch 07415 107120 dswacheshire@gmail.com c-js.info/3I0STAH
Strip out a wall, sort stone, build first lift, throughstones, second lift and coping the final wall
Cost £125
10/08/2024 Training in the use, maintenance and joy of the Austrian scythe 1 Day
Egrove Park, Oxford, Oxfordshire, The Joy of Scything joyofscything.uk/
Practical introduction to the principles, techniques and maintenance of this eco-friendly, effective and versatile tool. Suitable for a range of experience levels, from complete beginners to those looking to improve. For more information or to discuss options, visit www.joyofscything.uk
Cost £70pp, plus £20 if kit hire required
05/10/2024 Dry Stone Walling for Beginners 2 Days
Werneth Low Country Park, Hyde, Cheshire, DSWA Cheshire Branch 07415 107120 dswacheshire@gmail.com c-js.info/3I0STAH
Strip out a wall, sort stone, build first lift, throughstones, second lift and coping the final wall
Cost £125
26/10/2024 Traditional Hedge Laying 2 Days
Denmark Farm Conservation Centre, Betws Bledwrs, Lampeter, SA48 8PD, Denmark Farm Conservation Centre 01570493358 info@denmarkfarm.org.uk c-js.info/2ujBpPj
A unique opportunity to spend two days developing your traditional hedge-laying skills with expert countryside craftsman Peter Drake. You will learn the benefits and techniques of hedgerow management including singling and high pruning as well as laying.
Cost £130
If you are interested in any of the courses detailed please contact ONLY the person, centre, telephone number or email address and remember to mention that you saw the listing in CJS Training Directory. For all courses assume that booking is required and a fee may be applicable.