Learn how to Coppice at Hartshill Hayes Country Park.

Join our countryside ranger and learn about the ancient technique of coppicing which dates back to the Bronze age. It is a woodland management strategy that is still used in many of today's woodlands. Come along and learn how to coppice and where it is appropriate to do so. This event will involve getting stuck in with some practical work on site so please wear non-snag clothing and safety boots with a reinforced toe. This event is for adults only (18+).

Meeting point: The Kiosk by the main car park.

Please note: There is a parking charge.

EVENTS: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where do we meet?

• The Kiosk by the main car park/toilet block.

Can I bring children to this event?

This event involves hand tool use so is unsuitable for children to attend.

How long is the event?

• 2 ½ hrs

Can I bring my dog?

• We do not allow dogs on our events

Do I have to pay for parking?

• Car parking is payable at the machine by card or phone.

When do I need to pay?

• Full payment and your booking is taken by Eventbrite. There will be a booking fee.

Will I get my money back if I cancel?

• It depends on how long before the event that you cancel. Please see the refund terms and conditions.

Do I need to book?

• Yes, pre booking is essential

What should I wear?

• Activities involve going outside, please make sure your suitably dressed for all weathers (mosquitos and horseflies will be about in the summer). Remember to bring sun cream, hats and insect repellent. Due to the presence of fire please ensure long hair is tied back.

What happens if there is a weather warning?

• We may have to alter your outside activity if there is a weather warning in place, but we will do our utmost to carry on with mitigations in place or provide an indoor activity (if possible). If we cancel your event due to extreme weather, we will offer you an alternative date for the event or provide you with a refund.

Can I bring snacks and drinks?

• Yes, you can bring your own snacks and drink, however we don’t advise eating during the events as some activities require hand washing on return after the activity.

PRIVACY NOTICE

Our general customer privacy notice is available on our website here:

https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/privacy

We can also supply a copy to you if you email or write to us at Kingsbury Water Park, Bodymoor Heath lane, Sutton Coldfield, B76 0DY

We will only collect, use, and store your personal information in accordance with data protection law. We need to collect personal information about you in this booking form (such as your name and contact details) so that we can arrange your event and contact you about it.

PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS

How to make payment

• Payment is taken on Eventbrite at the time of booking.

Cancellation by you

• You may cancel your booking via Eventbrite at any time. You will be entitled to a full refund (minus Eventbrite’s booking fees) up to 1 day before your activity.

• Refunded tickets: Refunds will include the ticket price less the Eventbrite fees (which consist of the payment processing fee and the service fee combined).

• Eventbrite’s fees are non-refundable, so they won’t be returned to the ticket buyer unless the event is cancelled, or if the buyer requests a refund for a duplicate charge within 7 days of purchase.

• Refunds for non-attendance by customers at events are not accepted.

EVENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Services provided

• We will provide the event in accordance with the description.

• Cancelled and postponed events by us

• (a) We reserve the right to cancel your event at any time due to events beyond our control (such as bad weather or staff shortages). In the unlikely event that we cancel your booking, we will offer an alternative date or provide you with a full refund (unless the reason for the cancellation is due to your breach of these terms & conditions) refunds will be for the entire purchase – that includes the ticket price and the Eventbrite fees.

• (b) We will not be liable to pay you any compensation (other than refund of amounts paid by you) as a result of cancellation under any circumstances.

• Safety and behaviour

• (a) You are responsible for the children’s behaviour and safety at all times during the event.

• (b) You are responsible for ensuring that the adult to child ratios

• are met. If you do not bring enough adult helpers, we reserve the right to stop the activity and you will not be entitled to a refund.

• Ratios: We require the following adult to child ratios, 1 adult to 3 children (Under 5’s will need more supervision on some activities)

• (c) If we reasonably believe that anyone’s safety is being compromised during the event, we may stop the activity. If this happens, we will not refund any of the cost of the activity to you (unless the safety issue has arisen due to something that we have done or failed to do).

• Parking and closure of the park

• (a) Your booking does not include car parking, you will need to pay and display.

• (b) Our parking machines take card payment only.

• (c) Please look on the web site for opening and closing times of the park.

• Changes to your booking

• (a) You may not transfer your booking to another person

• Complaints

• If you have a complaint about your booking or the services provided by us, please contact us in the first instance (contact details above). If we are unable to resolve the issue to your satisfaction, we have a complaints handling process which is available on our website at: https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/councilcomplaints. We can also provide a copy of the policy on request.

• Law and jurisdiction

These terms are governed by English law, and you can bring legal proceedings in the English courts.

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