Hazel Woodland Products
Charcoal burning in Rawhaw Wood
Hazel Woodland Products
Partners in "Building the Links for Rockingham Forest"
Hugh Ross and Carolyn Church have maintained a unique and sustainable lifestyle in Rawhaw Wood for many years. The wood, lying north of the village of Pipewell, is one of England's designated Ancient Woodlands and a Site of Special Scientific Interest. It has a history of coppice management that goes back over 400 years and that tradition is continuing today.
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Hugh and Carolyn produce a range of natural products from hazel including stakes and binders for traditional hedge laying, pea and beans sticks, and rustic furniture. They also make high-quality charcoal for barbecues and for artists' use.
As part of the Building the Links project, Hugh and Carolyn will be offering:
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Training courses to teach the traditional skills of coppice management and charcoal making.
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Guided walks around Rawhaw Wood. Some of these will be for the general public, some tailored for families and special groups.
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For details cof coming training and walks please see the Events page
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Contact details
Please feel free to phone if you would like to discuss volunteering to help out with the work in Rawhaw Wood, or for any other matter.
