Scything Week

Monday 26th June -  Sunday 2nd July 2023

Space is available on this event

This week will be a great opportunity to learn more about scything in the beautiful grounds at Othona. Scything is key to the maintenance of wildflower meadows and is used here to help in the development of new wildflower areas as well as maintaining those already established.

Throughout the week there will be hands-on opportunities to learn, practice and develop new scythe skills with Claire White, an experienced scythe instructor & garden designer, and Jonny Aldridge, our resident Othona scything expert.

Mowing in Othona’s wild flower meadows alongside these practitioners will also give you insight and understanding into the creation and management of meadows and grassland.

Arrivals: from 3pm Monday - first meal is dinner at 7pm

Departures: Sunday afternoon 3pm

Cost: We have two rates for adults £288 (Basic Rate) or £360 (*Benefactor Rate), or if you are camping adults £216 (Basic Rate) or £270 (Benefactor Rate). If you are able to afford the Benefactor rate this helps to support the work of Othona and enables us to support those who are struggling to afford to come by providing bursaries.You are welcome to book for fewer days at a reduced cost, either contact us directly (bradwell@othona.org) or indicate this on the booking form. 

We may be able to offer concessionary rates (25% reduction) at the Manager's discretion. Please contact us to find out more.

*(Find out about our Benefactor Rate)