Hedges & Hurdles

Hedges & Hurdles contracts out services to local authorities, private residents and landowners. The services provided include Hedgelaying, a management solution for overgrown hedges and Wattle Hurdle making; the Hurdles are used as a rustic and attractive alternative to modern day fencing panels.

Hedges & hurdles also offer a range of rustic country craft products produced from woodland material gathered and coppiced locally include Beadles (wooden hammers), Obelisk/Plant Supports, Cheese Boards, Cake Stands, Birch Hearts, Wooden Tea Light Candle Holders, Side Tables, Wreaths and Christmas decorations.

Learn new skills and how to work with wood in various ways from experienced and friendly professionals!

Hedges & Hurdles offer a selection of outdoor and indoor training courses and workshops held at various locations in and around the Surrey Hills.

Hedgelaying & Coppicing Training Courses

Hedgelaying is a management solution for overgrown hedges widely practised throughout the UK and Europe. These two-day courses are open to both men, women and children over 10 years old. We can facilitate individual bookings and private groups. Based in two locations, Reigate and Bramley.

Hurdle Making Training Courses

Learn to make traditional Wattle Hurdles, you will have the opportunity to make either a panel or an arch woven from Hazel and if you have room on the roof of your car you are welcome to take your finished work home! Both one day and two-day courses available.

Wood Craft Workshops

Join this outdoor craft workshop under the guidance of tutors Lorraine and Debbie. This is a full day workshop with a delicious homegrown, homemade lunch included. Take home new skills and crafts you have made!

Christmas Workshops

Learn how to make your own Hazel Wreath or Table Centre Piece and decorate with natural materials for Christmas! Both morning and afternoon workshops available at various locations.

Obelisk Making Workshops

Join a morning or afternoon outdoor craft workshop and make a Hazel Obelisk (plant support) you can be proud of! The workshop takes place in their cottage garden located in Redhill, Surrey and also at Gate Street Barn in Bramley.

Private workshops/parties

Hedges & Hurdles can organise private training courses, workshops and parties for both adults and children. If you have your own venue or land they may also be able to offer the course on site! Contact Lorraine@hedgesandhurdles to discuss your requirements.

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