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An introductory course designed for people new to mowing with a scythe. The course will cover the three basic skills required to mow safely and efficiently with a scythe:Scythe set up
Mowing technique
Blade maintenance
The Saturday session will take place in the Learning Centre, where you will learn about scything and cover the basic health and safety requirements needed for the practical session on Sunday. You must attend on Saturday in order to participate on Sunday.
All scythe equipment will be provided. We will be using Austrian style scythes, which will be available for purchase on the day.
Adrian has five years experience as a scythe tutor following attending courses run by Scythe Association tutors. He has previously run scythe training courses hosted at RHS Rosemoor, North Devon Biosphere and the National Trust in Devon. Adrian was also the Lead tutor for the Green Scythe Fair Beginners course 2022-23
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RHS Garden Rosemoor, Bideford, United Kingdom
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