Scything Workshop @ Cogges Manor Farm, Witney

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This one day course is designed to introduce you to using and looking after an Austrian scythe. The course is suitable for a range of experience levels, from complete beginners to those who have been using a scythe but feel that it could be working better for them.
The structure of the day will be as follows:
Introduction and familiarisation
Setting up an Austrian scythe
Movement and technique
Mowing practice
Sharpening in the field
Maintenance and peening the blade
There will be a break for lunch at 12.30pm
The scythe is a highly efficient tool and is regarded as the appropriate technology for a wide variety of situations, much wider than many would think, from meadows and reedbeds to allotments and lawns, in professional and amateur contexts. In addition to its efficiency, versatility, outstanding green credentials and the health benefits for both body and mind, the scythe is an extremely cost effective tool. Once set up with basic kit no further outlay is required, and maintenance is simple and enjoyable.

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Venue

Cogges Manor Farm
Church Lane OX28 3LA
Witney
OX28 3LA

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The event runs from 10:00 to 16:30 on the following dates.
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