2 Day Hedgelaying Workshop - November
23rd - 24th November 2026
9.30am - 4pm
New House Farm, Dingestow, Monmouthshire, NP25 4EB
Instructor: Malcolm Edwards and Mark Taylor
Discover the traditional craft of hedge laying at New House Farm, where we are managing the hedgerows within our Angus beef cattle grazing system. Over the two days, Malcolm and Mark will guide you through the regional hedge laying style, explaining the importance of hedgerows for farming and wildlife, the tools of the trade, and giving you plenty of hands-on experience in the field.
What’s Included
- Two days of practical tuition
- Introduction to hedge laying tools & techniques
- Understanding why hedgerows matter for biodiversity, farming & landscape character - Tools provided (this course is taught with traditional hand tools not chainsaw. If you have your own hand tools, feel free to bring along)
- Refreshments and a soup lunch included
What You’ll Need to Bring
- Waterproofs & warm outdoor clothing
- Thick gloves
- Sturdy boots
- Any extra food
Whether you’re a farmer, land manager, conservation volunteer, or simply keen to learn a countryside skill, this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to lay hedges yourself.
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