Join us for our next conservation club!

In this session, we will be hedgelaying on the quarry site.
Hedgelaying is a traditional skill practised over winter, while trees and shrubs are dormant and birds are not nesting in the hedges. Using hand-tools, we will cut branches and weave them into the hedge to make it thick and strong. The dense hedge provides excellent shelter and habitat for wildlife.

Work with hand tools, learn about wildlife, develop practical conservation skills AND have fun!

Laid hedge at Nosterfield Quarry

EVENT DETAILS

• The event is taking place on Saturday 15th February 2025, from 10am - 1pm

• This event is for 14-18yr olds, but parents can accompany children if they wish

• Gloves & equipment will be provided

• We’ll have a tea break mid-morning, so bring a thermos or other drinks if you want them

• Wear sensible footwear, clothes you don't mind getting dirty and a waterproof if rain is forecast

MEETING PLACE

Quarry visitor centre, (Nosterfield Quarry, Flask Lane, DL8 2QZ)

To find the visitor centre car park, turn right off the B6267, just before you enter the village of Nosterfield as you head in the direction of Masham. It has a stone 'Nosterfield Quarry' sign marking the turning. It is then an immediate left turn into the car park.

Please note, the postcode doesn't take you to the car park itself. Use What3Words: deliver.chuck.reject for the exact location on a map.

Nosterfield Quarry car park

GET IN TOUCH

If you have any questions about this event, please get in touch with Amy Horton, Community Engagement Officer, at amy.horton@luct.org.uk