Dry Stone Walling - Two Day Course

After the success of last year's course, we are pleased to offer another 2-day practical course introducing Cotswold dry stone walling. 

Combining theory and plenty of practice, the course will give participants with little or no experience of the craft the opportunity to dismantle and rebuild a field wall using traditional techniques.

By the end of the course, participants will have understood and put into effect the key principles involved in the building and maintenance of these quintessential features of the British countryside. You’ll also have enjoyed a relaxed and worthwhile outdoor experience in the company of others.

Suitable for those who are:

• Considering a career in the land-based sector.
• Looking for a new hobby.
• Considering taking up dry stone walling in a voluntary capacity.
• Want to add to your portfolio of land-based skills. 
• Just want to have a go at learning a new traditional craft. 

What you’ll learn:

• The key principles and practice of dry stone wall repair and maintenance.
• How to repair dry stone walls in your garden or on your land. 
• An appreciation of the importance of these structures in the rural landscape. 

The course will take place at FarmED, and all necessary tools and equipment will be provided. The course will also include tea and coffee on arrival and lunch in the FarmED Cafe. Participants will receive a Certificate of Achievement on completion of the course.

Jeff Green

The course will be led by Jeff Green, a LANTRA-qualified dry stone walling professional based in Bath. Jeff holds the LANTRA Certificate of Competence in Instructional Techniques and is a professionally registered member of the Dry Stone Walling Association of Great Britain. He is a member of the National Trust’s Regional Advisory Group and a volunteer Ranger at the Trust’s Dyrham Park site. He holds a FAIB Certificate in Emergency First Aid at Work. Since 2019, he has built, restored and maintained a variety of field and residential dry stone walls in the region, including prestigious projects in the city of Bath.

Testimonials

"Very Good instruction giving confidence to continue after the course."

"I would highly recommend this course. "

"Very limited knowledge coming onto the course and yet the background reading and explanation provided enabled me to comfortably grasp the concepts and put them into practice."

"It was exactly what I was looking for."

 Tiered Pricing

Delivery of our mission is a collective effort and our values embrace inclusivity and diversity. We don’t want price to be a barrier to anyone visiting FarmED or attending our events. Read more about our tiered pricing policy here.

If cost is a barrier to you attending, then please do ask us for financial support. The FarmED Bursary offers free or subsidised places to those that will benefit most.

North East Cotswolds Farmer Cluster & Cherwell Farmers Group

We can offer discounted tickets to NECFC and Cherwell Farmers Group members, please email kate@farm-ed.co.uk for a discount code.

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Cancellation Policy

We understand that there may be times when you need to cancel your booking.  Our cancellation policy is outlined here.