Events - Hedgerows Ireland

Events

Browse our upcoming walks and talks on hedgerow planting and management, as well as hands-on hedge laying training days. If you would like us to promote your own hedgerow event here, please contact info@hedgerows.ie.

Hedge Laying Training Days

Hedge laying is a traditional countryside craft used to rejuvenate hedgerows that are gappy or bare at the base, either due to being overmanaged or overgrown. It is also ideal for bringing younger hedgerows into a dense, healthy condition. Hedge laying takes advantage of the broadleaf tree species’ ability to re-grow after being cut back. It involves cutting the stems partly through near ground level and bending them over into a dense barrier. New growth comes from the cut stump, rejuvenating the hedge and thickening up the base.

Introduction to Hedge Laying: 7th November 2026 – Co. Louth

When: 10-3 pm on Saturday 7th November 2026
Where: Readypenny, Co. Louth
Trainer: Clive Lyttle

This one-day introduction programme is aimed at beginner hedge layers and those whose skills might be a little rusty! Tools will be provided, but participants must wear suitable outdoor and protective clothing. Training will involve:

Practical demonstrations and hands-on practice in the skills of hedge laying.
Safety briefing and explanation of the required tools.
Introduction to the concept and benefits of hedge laying.

Book Introduction to Hedge Laying: 7th November 2026, Co. Louth

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Introduction to Hedge Laying: 17th November 2026 – Co. Louth

When: 10-3 pm on Tuesday 17th November 2026
Where: Readypenny, Co. Louth
Trainer: Clive Lyttle

Practical demonstrations and hands-on practice in the skills of hedge laying.
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Intermediate/Advanced Hedge Laying: 21st November 2026 – Co. Louth

When: 10-3 pm on Tuesday 17th 2026
Where: Readypenny, Co. Louth
Trainer: Clive Lyttle

On this workshop we will be tackling a hedge that was laid 10 to 15 years ago. Re-laying a laid hedge is a skill in itself and differs from laying a hedge for the first time in many ways. This training day is for those who have a good knowledge of hedge laying already. Tools will be provided, but participants must wear suitable outdoor and protective clothing. Training will involve:

Practical demonstrations and hands-on practice in the skills of hedge laying.
Safety briefing and explanation of the required tools.
Discussion on the concept and benefits of hedge laying, and nuances of re-laying a previously laid hedge.

Book Intermediate/Advanced Hedge Laying: 21st November 2026, Co. Louth

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Introduction to Hedge Laying: 21st November 2026 – Co. Offaly

When: 10-3.30 pm on Sunday 20th September 2026
Where: RHSI Bellefield, Shinrone, Co. Offaly
Trainer: Eoin Donnelly

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All-Ireland Hedge Laying Championships

When & Where: Stay tuned for more details about the 2027 Championships to take place in Northern Ireland.