Heritage skills workshop - late summer scything at Bathampton Meadows
Learn to scythe with the rangers.
- Booking essential
- Free event
Scything is the traditional way of cutting a hay meadow, going back thousands of years. It was a skill required by many farm labourers, but the arrival of machinery created a much faster way to cut meadows. There is however still a place for the scythe in our work, and you will learn its benefit to both wildlife and people in this workshop with the rangers. Appreciate the peace and quiet, and enjoy the rhythm of the scythe.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
This workshop is aimed at adults.
- Meeting point
Bathampton Meadows, near Grosvenor Bridge (Bath side of Bathampton Meadows)
- What to bring and wear
Please wear suitable outdoor clothing, long trousers are advised. Please wear sturdy shoes, no open toes. We will be monitoring the weather forecast beforehand. Bring your own lunch.
- Accessibility
The workshop will take place in an uneven field.
Contact info
Bathampton Meadows at Prior Park Landscape Garden
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