About this Event
As part of the 'Orchard for Pollinators' Project we are running a programme of orchard maintenance workshops and volunteer days across Bristol, Bath and South Glou. With the aim of bringing orchards into active management to improve the habitat for local wildlife and communities.
Please note: If you are looking to join the workday as part of your work/corporate volunteering please email [email protected] before booking.
Manor Woods Valley has a beautiful orchard with trees of varing ages. This session will be focused on managaging areas of the grassland /meadow using traditional scythes.
Janine will deliver training in the use of traditional Austrian scythes including principles and practical instructions in how to use these historic tools as well as techniques and priciples in meadow management.
The day will consist of a training sessions and toolbox talk in the morning and practical work after, including raking and removing the cut grass.
The work can be quite physically demanding so a reasonable level of fitness is required.
All Health and Safety provison will be covered in safety briefing at the start of the session.
No skills or expertise required, all training, tools and PPE are provided. Please wear sturdy footwear and suitable outdoor clothing. I strongly advise wearing long trousers as we will be working in tall grass were ticks could be present
Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.
Activities not suitble for under 18's
Unfortunately there are no toilet facilities on site
Meeting point:
Manor Valley Woods is location off Vale Lane, BS3 5RU
- what3 words for the orchard location is songs.roof.themes
- https://maps.app.goo.gl/VrvfTkCqjcnpgS6W8
Parking:
There is street parking on Vale Lane.
If you have any specific access needs then please get in touch.
If you have any questions prior to the event contact Janine on:
or call 07743932643
If you are new to volunteering with us could you please fill in following Vounteer form https://forms.office.com/e/9NsJtiaxZg
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Manor Woods Valley, Vale Lane BS3 5RU, Vale Lane, Bristol, United Kingdom
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