Traditionally, hedgerows were managed on a rotation of 10-15 years as stock proof barriers and as sources of timber. Most fell into neglect from the 1960's and many are now in poor condition. Hedges can be restored by cutting down to near ground level (coppicing) and then managing the re-growth until it is of a suitable size to be laid, filling gaps between stumps with new plants.

There are many styles of hedge laying, probably the most common being the Midland or Bullock style, and South of England.

James Gillies (MD, Valeag) has many years experience of hedge laying, and is the Hedge Laying instructor for the Royal Agricultural College at Cirencester.

Grants are sometimes available for hedge laying. Contact Valeag for more details.

Hedging Services :

Hedgerow Restoration
Hedge Laying
Coppicing
Hedge Planting
Weed control
Grant Application
Hedge plant sales