Description
About the Venue:
Street Farmhouse is situated on the edge of the village of Shipton Moyne, with gardens wrapped around the house. It incorporates herbaceous borders and a lawned area, wall trained roses and wisteria, a rose garden, pond, well organised vegetable garden, woodland area and an orchard across the road from the house. The Orchard is the site of the workshop for the day.
About the Tutor:
Martin Hayes is a skilled and expert tutor and author, who is part of Gloucestershire Orchards Trust, a leading Charity dedicated to the conservation and celebration of traditional orchards in Gloucestershire.
About the Workshop:
Martin will start with an introduction and talk about fruit tree pruning, describing methods of pruning with clear explanations of how and why. The group will move into the orchard and Martin will carry out a demonstration, before splitting attendees into groups and starting to practise pruning, all supported by Martin. By the end of the day you will have learnt some key principles, practiced these under expert tuition, and pruned an orchard. The fruit trees in this orchard include apples, pears and quince, and you will learn about rootstocks as part of your training.
Timings:
10.00am – 4.00pm
Refreshments
Tea, coffee, water, biscuits, and a lunch of soup and cheese are provided.
Please Bring:
Please bring sharp secateurs and loppers, as well as gardening gloves and appropriate footwear and clothing, including waterproofs.
Costs:
Members £60 | Non-members £80
Ticket Information
You will receive your e-Ticket via email, and a copy can also be found in your online Working for Gardeners account under the ‘Tickets’ section.
Booking Cancellations:
Please read our Standard Cancellation Policy.
