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Welcome to the world of coppice management. Above, you can see our overstood pines in Duns Spa Wood being cut down for safety in November 2018. We are now replacing them with mixed hardwoods. In Autumn 2022 some were already 15ft tall! We have our own willow bed.
Sales and Services
Note that “fresh willow” for structures, planting etc is only available from mid November to mid March. Orders can be taken in advance, to avoid disappointment. Dried willow is available most of the year.
Prices quoted are as at our Woodland Gate. Buyer collection is preferred, as you can see our products and operation before you buy. We do not yet offer mail order, but we can offer our own delivery service, in the Counties of Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, Scottish Borders, and East Lothian. Contact us for details – (0)7973 769197.
Willow Basketry rods:
Triandra Whissender: 2ft-3ft, 3ft – 4ft, 4ft- 5ft, 5ft – 6ft,
Purpurea: 2ft-3ft, 3ft – 4ft, 4ft- 5ft,
Hurdling Rods:
Viminalis: 6ft – 7ft
Triandra Whissender 6ft – 7ft
Goldstones – (cutting now) 6ft – 9ft
Viminalis 7ft – 16ft, limited stock, prices on request.
Prices
Hurdling Rods (over 6 ft) are usually sold in bundles of 25 or 50, depending upon their length and weight. Basketry Rods (under 6ft) are usually sold by weight.
NB previous years’ rods are fully dry. This year’s rods are partly dry, because they are natural products which have to air dry slowly.
Triandra Whissender:
2ft-3ft, 3ft – 4ft, 4ft- 5ft, 5ft – 6ft, – £5 per kg
6ft – 7ft – £0.75 per rod
Purpurea: 2ft-3ft, 3ft – 4ft, 4ft- 5ft, – £5 per kg
Hurdling Rods:
Viminalis: 6-7ft – £0.75 per Rod
For small round baskets – estimate 75 Rods approx. For medium baskets – 125 rods approx. Large Baskets – depends on style
Courses
Normally courses are charged at £130 per day, or £80 per half day
(All courses are run at Duns Spa Wood, unless otherwise stated)
- Work and Play Safely in the Woods (half day)***
2. River Quality Monitoring (Half day).***
3. Introduction to Green Woodworking (full day)***
4. Forest School activities for Children (under 16)(Half day)**
5. Forest Activities for Adults (Half day)***
6. Getting an Edge. (Tool Sharpening)(1 hour).***
7. Enjoy your Nature watching (Half day)***
8. Introduction to the Pole Lathe (Half day)**
Courses require a high instructor/participant ratio, depending upon the skill being taught. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The star signs above indicate the maximum numbers per course, so *** indicates 3 people.
The Forest School Activity course indicates **, or 2 children, however each child needs a responsible adult, so a family of 2 adults and 2 children could be on the course, and yes the adults are encouraged to join the activities, but don’t be surprised if your kids are as good as you are!
It may be possible to accept higher numbers on courses with another instructor available, but a ratio of 1-4 (including 2 responsible adults) is the maximum allowed, for safety reasons.
Course Accommodation
On site we have a very comfortable fully furnished cottage which sleeps up to 4 people, comprising one double and one twin bedroom.
https://www.nisbet-rhodes-cottage.co.uk
Coppice Management Consultancy
We offer coppice planting and management consultancy to farmers, and small land holders who are not entitled to grant assistance, at reasonable rates. We also work with community woodlands. Please contact us for further details.
Borders Bodgers
The local group of the Association of Pole Lathe Turners and Green Woodworkers (better known as “the Bodgers”) meets regularly in the wood on the second Sunday of each month. Meetings are open to non-members by prior arrangement. No prior experience is necessary.
Bryneich Coppice Management 