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For the last few weeks Leeds Coppice Workers have been out coppicing at Townclose Hills. Unusually for the Leeds area these woods are in-rotation coppice. This means that they were cut 8-9 years ago and so the material is a good size for many of the coppice products we supply, such as bean poles/ hedging stakes/ pea sticks/ hurdle rods. As part of our long term commitment to improving the quality of the woodland we are doing lots of layering of stools to improve the density of trees. This is the traditional approach to tree propagation and is a very successful way of getting new trees from the existing stock within the wood. So no need to non local seed or plant nurseries.

Last years cut has regrown brilliantly with pretty much no animal browsing. This is great news for the future because were already getting excited about cutting it again in 8 years time!

If anybody is interested in getting involved volunteering just get in contact leedscoppiceworkers@gmail.com

 

 

Barbecue season is upon us and Leeds Coppice Workers have been busy in the woods getting absolutely filthy making charcoal. There are many, many reasons why this charcoal is better than imported stuff.

• Easy to light, no lighter fuel required.
• Gets up to heat quicker.
• Supports your local coppice workers
• Promotes good management of local woodlands, thereby supporting great biodiversity in your local area. 
• Not transported from the other side of the world.  

Now available at

Vale Stables ,

Grove Lane, Meanwood, Leeds, LS6 4

Please note stockists set their own prices.

Buy direct from us at £7 a bag (20 Litres). Wholesale prices are also available just get in contact.

 

Time to get excited about bean poles!

Yes spring is stirring and the sunshine has people heading for the allotment and gardens again.. If your growing beans and peas we have superb bean poles and peas sticks available for sale. By using these bean poles instead of imported garden canes you are supporting the restoration and continued management of local coppice woodlands. These woodlands support a huge variety of wildlife, provide much needed rural employment and keep traditional skills alive.