Stacking and seasoning This is a new part of our process – stacking split logs out in the sun and air where according to Lars Mytting they will season in just a few months. MovingPeople power is currently our main method for moving logs. It’s hard work and satisfying! Stacking again!Once the logs are seasoned,… Continue reading How is firewood made at Hazel Hill Wood?
Author: Lauren Hall
BioBlitz 2021 Summary
The last weekend in May saw in our 3rd annual BioBlitz, a 24-hour wildlife survey to find as many different species of wildlife as possible! Summary of wildlife records: 164 species so far (we could get a few more from photos) 53 moth species, including poplar hawk moth, little thorn, scorched wing, ochreous pug and… Continue reading BioBlitz 2021 Summary
Trees of Hazel Hill Wood and how to identify trees
Watch our recent online event all about the trees at the wood. We have around 30 species of tree and shrub at Hazel Hill Wood, which is a pretty good number for just 70 acres. Most of them are native. I am coming from a wildlife conservation perspective. Other perspectives which come into play at… Continue reading Trees of Hazel Hill Wood and how to identify trees
Birds of Hazel Hill Wood and how to be a good birdwatcher
Watch our recent online event all about birds. So far at Hazel Hill Wood we have recorded just over 40 species of bird – there are probably a few more which we either haven’t noticed yet or haven’t remembered to write down! We have lots of common bird species here which you might be familiar… Continue reading Birds of Hazel Hill Wood and how to be a good birdwatcher
2021 Hire – Now Open for Bookings
Well it’s been a rather different year here at Hazel Hill. Sadly, most of our group bookings in 2020 were cancelled. But it was lovely to see smaller groups enjoying the wood instead in their ‘family and friend bubbles’. These bookings have been a lifeline for us in the current restrictions, and so we plan… Continue reading 2021 Hire – Now Open for Bookings
Christmas at the Wood
Haven’t been able to get away yet this year? Craving a digital detox from all those Zoom meetings? Why not spend this Christmas in one of our cosy off-grid lodges. Enjoy wintry walks with the family during the day, then kick back and relax in front of a log burner in the evening. Toast marshmallows over… Continue reading Christmas at the Wood
Volunteer Conservation Day
Friday 3rd December 2021. Join our team of volunteers and contribute to valuable nature conservation work, develop new skills, meet people and get active in a relaxing and nourishing environment. For more information click here.
Volunteer Conservation Day
Friday 5th November 2021. Join our team of volunteers and contribute to valuable nature conservation work, develop new skills, meet people and get active in a relaxing and nourishing environment. For more information click here.
Volunteer Conservation Day
Friday 1st October 2021. Join our team of volunteers and contribute to valuable nature conservation work, develop new skills, meet people and get active in a relaxing and nourishing environment. For more information click here.
Autumn Conservation Weekend
Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd October Stay in one of our off-grid, eco buildings from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon and take part in various conservation related activities. More information coming soon!