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Learn to scythe at Velwell Orchard, Dartington, Devon. Saturday 10th of August, 2pm – 6pm Sunday 11th of August, 6am – 10am Cost: £60/£40 concessions. Includes vegetarian, gluten free supper and breakfast, plus refreshments and camping. This beginners course will introduce you to the correct use of the scythe. You’ll learn how to set it up properly according to your body’s proportions, how to peen and hone the blade, and mow using universal principals of motion so that you can mow easily and efficiently without stressing your body. We will also discuss meadow and lawn management for the benefit of wildlife and humans, how to make hay, and the use of grass cuttings as mulch. Velwell Orchard is a 2 acre biodynamic smallholding between Buckfastleigh and Dartington. You will need your own scythe, as well as honing and peening equipment. You can purchase these from Simon Fairlie Scythes. I will be happy to discuss options with you before you order. I do have two scythes that I’m happy to loan, but I prefer it if you have your own equipment. To book a place please contact me. —————————————————— #learntoscythe #scythe #scything #scythecourse #buckfastleigh #totnes #devon

Real milk from Scorriton Dairy. What a treat on this beautiful morning. #woodgasstove #coffee #simplethings #scorritonfarm

Heating some left over coffee from yesterday on my little wood gas stove from @wildstoves.uk The wood shavings are sweet chestnut, I make them and get occasional gates as a by product. 🤣 #woodgasstove #coffee #simplethings #scorritonfarm

Scything bracken early this morning at Scorriton after which we popped to the farm to get some amazing milk and clotted cream and then headed to hexworthy for a refreshing dip. #hexworthy #scorriton #scything #bracken

Lovely day for teaching dry stone walling up at Buckland in the Moor today for Devon Rural Skills Trust. Lots of total beginners, lots of sunshine, lots of fun.

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