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Digger training days that fits your needs. 360o and180o Dumper training with ICC. Forward tipping, Side tipping, Back tipping. Tracked and wheel.
Depending on the course - duration one to five days. Dates to fit in with you, get in touch to organise.
Chainsaw training ABA international qualifications ICC1 to ICC5
Starts January 2026
This course will cover the key aspects of collaborative management of land where multiple outcomes are sought including nature recovery, livestock production, landscape, archaeology, access and natural flood management. It is an applied and practical course focusing on recent examples of…
Friday 29th May 2026 at Gosling Sike
A rare opportunity to test your botanical skills against a recognised professional standard developed by the Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland. It will help you understand your skill level and how you can further develop your identification skills! Booking essential.
Job Vacancy
We are seeking a self-employed individual to assist with Heritage Landscape Management tasks during January, February and March 2026. Tasks will be mainly centered on hedgelaying and coppicing and are located across the county from the Eden Valley to the South Lakes area.The work is part time,…
Training
An opportunity to learn how to convert coppiced Sweet Chestnut into fencing materials.The growing and coppicing of Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) has generally been confined to the southern counties in the UK. However, around 15 years ago Tim Nicholson of Sleastonhow Farm decided to try…
Training
Learn the practical skills needed to lay a hedge. We have received funding to run these workshops free of charge for you to attend, a free lunch is also provided.The workshops are aimed at those working, or hoping to work, in the farming, land management or conservation sectors. Tickets will be…
Volunteering
This is a diverse and exciting opportunity to champion nature reserves and important habitats across Cumbria. Develop practical skills to support and deliver important conservation works to enable nature’s recovery. You’ll gain skills and experience in habitat management whilst exploring and…
Lancaster University Open Days and Campus Tours
University of Cumbria Ambleside Campus Open Day 4 July 2026
Kendal College Open Evenings 29 January and 17 March 2026
