Tree Planting Begins

The weather was kind, despite forecasts for rain it remained dry for our first tree planting sessions on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.

It was very muddy under foot and planting holes previously dug were full of water but we still managed to complete the first phase with 900 hazels plus stakes and tree shelters

Heads down and planting

Some little ones came to help

And some a bit older........

We were delighted to welcome some sixth formers - despite getting muddy trainers they really enjoyed the day and would come again

This is just the beginning - We will be able to start coppicing in about seven years, some of the hazel poles can be sold to gardeners and allotmenters, others can be used for baskets and hurdles