About this Event
Join us on Saturday 7th February for hedge-laying at The Carbon Community.
We held our very first hedge-laying event in January 2025 working along a 35 metre stretch of old Hazel hedge. This year, hedge-laying is back and we are hoping to complete this 100 metre stretch of hedge.
Brecon style hedgelaying
đź’š A unique opportunity to learn Brecon style hedgelaying. We will be able to accommodate a maximum of 12 people.
Our activities are suitable for ages 16+, people under 18 must bring a responsible adult.
All activities are on rough terrain.
The Day
9:30 - 10:00 Coffee & tea available in the barn
10:00 - 10:30 Safety Briefing
10:30 - 12:30 Out in the hedgerows
12:30 - 13:30 Lunch
13:30 - 15:30 Out in the hedgerows
15:30 - 16:00 Coffee & Tea at the barn to celebrate
Waiting List
We will operate a waiting list for this event. If this event is full please indicate your interest and we will let you know as soon as a spot becomes available.
Location
Address is The Carbon Community, Cynghordy, Llandovery SA20 0LW.
- đź“ŤFollow directions to The Carbon Community on Google Maps (not the postcode)
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Once you reach Cynghordy, follow the road under the viaduct. We are the first turning on the left over a small green bridge. You will see signs for The Glandwr Forest and Penlan at the bridge. Note that the driveway to our site is up a steep hill from the bridge. We are trying to keep the carbon footprint of the project as low as possible, please consider this in your travel plans.
What to bring
Our volunteering takes place outdoors, the grass is long and can remain wet with rain or morning dew. There are nettles in places and hedgerows can be VERY prickly.
- We strongly recommend long trousers, long-sleeved shirt, plenty of warm layers, a pair of dry socks and a hat. with The Carbon Community. Old clothes are recommended, hedgerows can have thorns and we do not want anyone to tear new items of clothing.
- Sturdy footwear, ideally waterproof. Wellies can be useful!
- Sun protection, wind protection or rain protection depending on the day.
- Please bring a waterproof jacket, waterproof trousers, and gardening gloves.
- Hedgelaying will require safety glasses, this is mandatory. The Carbon Community will provide safety glasses however if you have your own please feel free to bring them.
- A rucksack is also useful.
- If you normally carry an Epi-pen for severe allergies, please bring it with you.
- Our indoor volunteer area is one room which includes the kitchen and an induction hob. If this is a risk to you please let one of the supervisors know so we can make arrangements.
Food & Drinks
- Please bring a water bottle. We have treated spring water on site.
- The Carbon Community will provide hot drinks, snacks and a lunch suitable for vegetarians and vegans, with gluten-free options. If you have additional dietary requirements please bring your own lunch and snacks. Note that our barn is a peanut-free environment.
Useful Information
- Electric Car Charging: There is a car charging station in Llandovery in the public car park. Please refer to Zap Map for status.
- Co-op supermarket High St, Llandovery SA20 0RA is open from 6:00 – 22:00 Monday through Saturday and 10:00 – 16:00 on Sunday.
Any questions? Get in touch!
- The Carbon Community: [email protected]
THANK YOU! DIOLCH!
ps - when completing the registration form, please register all members of your party.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Carbon Community, The Carbon Community, Lampeter, United Kingdom
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