The 2023 Isle of Wight Hedgelaying Competition returned after a two-year hiatus, with a new winner in the Open class and a successful event at Little Duxmore Farm
Leap Saturday offers the chance to get out in the countryside and learn more about this important part of Island heritage. Put the date in your diary to avoid missing it
If you know a landowner with a tall, even hawthorn hedge of 200m or longer that is not on a roadside, with a dry field for parking next to it, get in touch for 2020.
The four apprentices debuted in the annual competition as part of two Wildlife Trust teams, with one team scooping the award for best laid hedge using hand tools, and the teams coming third and fourth overall.
This year sees the 25th anniversary of the Isle of Wight Hedgelaying Competition - an interesting event that sees competitors travel to the Island from around the country to take part. Put the date in your diary to avoid missing it.