Tired of using a back-breaking, noisy strimmer to manage those areas where the mower can’t get?  You could learn how to use a scythe instead on this two day Learn to Mow course!

£90 (£60 concessions) including all tuition, use of equipment, meals and bunk barn accommodation or camping. The start and end times for both days is 10am to 5pm

The scythe is a modern, lightweight and simple tool that is suitable for all ages.  When used correctly, the scythe is a safe and efficient tool.  It will allow you to cut grass and manage weeds like bramble, thistle, dock and rush in areas where machinery is not possible or suitable. There is no need for protective equipment and the lack of noise and rhythmic activity enables you to engage more peacefully with your surroundings.

Under the expert tuition of Steve Tomlin, you will learn all the necessary skills to use and maintain a scythe safely and efficiently.

Outline of the Course

The focus of the ‘Learn to Mow’ course is practical skills and learning-by-doing to send people away ready to continue on their own. The course will cover the following topics:

• Features and advantages of the Austrian scythe
• How to set up the scythe to your size & adjust the blade
• The ‘tai-chi’ mowing style for more efficient cutting and less stress on the body
• Sharpening in the field
• Peening the blade to shape the edge
• Care & maintenance