Dead Hedging in the Woodland at Nosterfield Quarry
A dead hedge taking shape!
For our next community work day we will be dead hedging in the woodland near Flasks Fen. The brash and logs will be used to create dead hedges & log piles which will create homes for invertebrates, small mammals, birds and reptiles.
The work in the woodland has been carried out to open up densely planted areas and to create glades. This will offer a wider variety of habitats, encouraging woodland flora and greater biodiversity.
Tasks include using tools such as loppers and timber tongs to clear the piles of brash and logs, making stakes to retain hedges and adding cut brash into the dead hedges.
Making a stake to retain a dead hedge
Work day volunteers clearing a glade
Where to Meet
We’ll be meeting at the Habitat Creation Nursery at 10:00am (see map and address below). Please walk if possible, those that cannot, or live further afield, please park in the Tarmac Quarry Visitor Centre car park and take the footpath through to Flask Lane. There will be signs directing you to the plant nursery from the car park. Please allow 10 minutes to walk from the car park to the meeting point at the nursery.
EVENT DETAILS
The event is taking place on Saturday 10th January 2026, from 10:00am until 1pm.
All ages welcome!
Gloves & equipment will be provided
Wear sturdy footwear and clothes you don't mind getting dirty
We’ll have a break during the session for refreshments
LOCATIONS:
Nosterfield Quarry car park: To find the visitor centre, turn right off the B6267, just before you enter the village of Nosterfield as you head in the direction of Masham. It has a stone 'Nosterfield Quarry' sign marking the turning. It is then an immediate left turn into the car park. Use What3Words: deliver.chuck.reject for the exact location on a map
Well Wetlands Plant Nursery What3words: snowy.padlock.resources
GET IN TOUCH
If you have any questions about this event please get in touch with Amy Horton, Community Engagement Officer, at: amy.horton@luct.org.uk