Training Opportunity - An Introduction to Scything

We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting local specialist in countryside skills, Clive Leeke, to run an introductory training course in the art of scything (details below). A traditional method of cutting grasslands to create hay, scything has made a resurgence in conservation management for managing species rich grasslands in a more sympathetic way than using heavy machinery. As well as the benefits to nature, using a scythe can provide the user with a deeper connection to the land and a greater appreciation for the need to manage grasslands correctly for nature.

An expert in his craft, Clive will introduce the basic components of the scythe, before teaching participants the nuances involved in correct scything technique, which being frustrating to start with, becomes hugely satisfying once refined.

Location: Woodlands Open Space, North Harrow

Time: 09:30 - 15:30

Meet Point: Outside the entrance to the Woodlands Allotments site

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What to bring: All equipment, PPE and instruction will be provided. Please wear suitable footwear. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided, but please bring any water and food that you will need.

Places on this course are limited; to sign up please complete the form using this link: https://forms.office.com/e/8TKEysmpTn

For any enquires please email biodiversity@harrow.gov.uk