·            Sustainable South Brent’s Hedges and Woodland Group - The ‘Steepers’

We undertake conservation projects like hedge laying and woodland coppicing, as well as harvesting wood fuel, in and around South Brent. We enjoy the traditional skills and satisfaction of working outdoors together, while doing our bit to maintain diverse and healthy wildlife habitats. Our practical site work takes place in autumn and winter to avoid disturbance to wildlife You are very welcome to join in our group workdays or see what we’re up to, but please contact us first at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. No previous experience needed. We provide guidance, tools and equipment. Sessions run from 10am until about 3pm. Remaining dates for Spring 2024:

Date                                       Site                                      Activity                                                Led by

Sunday 3 March                Penstave Copse                    Planting

Sunday 17 March              Peeps                                       Felling                                                James

NB. The programme is liable to change. Always contact first to confirm: Rowan Wylie on 07977643376. Join our mailing list: contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. See https://ssb.org.uk/projects/hedges-and-woodland/.