Introduction to practical scything

Three people scything long grass on a sunny day

Scything at Gressenhall (credit: NWT)

Introduction to practical scything

Location:
Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse, Dereham, NR20 4DR
Book
A workshop on setting up, using and maintaining a scythe

Event details

Date

Time
10:00am - 4:00pm
A static map of Introduction to practical scything

About the event

Scythes are a fantastic tool for managing small meadows. This workshop will teach you how to set-up, use and maintain a scythe, as well as covering some of the basics of meadow management.

Wilder Community Workshops

This workshop is part of a programme specially designed to support individuals, communities and groups acting for nature in their local area. Workshops are subsidised by donations made to Norfolk Wildlife Trust. To view the full programme please click here.

Booking

Suitable for

Adults, Beginners

Accessibility 

Please contact us at events@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk if you have any specific needs or requirements in order to make your experience of this event more enjoyable. 

Important Health and Safety Information

Events will take place in all weather conditions unless deemed unsafe. Ensure that you dress appropriately for the weather with suitable footwear. Biting insects can be present at certain times of the year and you may choose to apply insect repellent as a precaution. In warmer weather, you may wish to bring a hat, sun cream and water. 

Please also be advised to take caution when walking on a site with open water and ensure that you always remain on the designated paths. 

Refund Policy 

Tickets are non-refundable unless the event or activity is cancelled by Norfolk Wildlife Trust. In the event that Norfolk Wildlife Trust has to cancel an event or activity due to low numbers, extreme weather conditions or other circumstances beyond our control, we will inform you at the earliest opportunity and will offer a full refund. Please check our website www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk for event updates.