A one-day course to explain the principles of fruit tree pruning, the use of tools and how to sharpen them.  This will be followed by a practical demonstration in Chris's orchard on how to prune new trees, and another in a different orchard on how to rescue old and neglected fruit trees.
You will be able to practise on several trees during the day, with supervision.

On the May course, we will focus mainly on plums & cherries but Chris will answer questions on other types of fruit tree.

On the November course, we will concentrate on apples and pears.

WHAT TO BRING:

Bring secateurs, pruning saw, warm & weather proof clothing including hat, gloves and boots.

STUDENTS COMMENTS:

Totally enjoyable and very informative.  Covered exactly what I needed to know.  It was such a friendly course and in a lovely setting.  Anne's cooking is wonderful!

Wonderful day.  Very informative and good fun.  Superb lunch.  Stuart Hatton.

Fantastic day - shame it's dark now, I'd like to start on my trees tonight!

This course has exceeded expectations in a most unique venue with peace and quiet. Really interesting to meet like minded people as having an orchard is a lonely occupation. Chris was so knowledgeable and hands on pruning superb, as was the catering. YC

Very useful, in convivial circumstances.

Really good course. Very well presented and practical consolidated the tuition, which was very important. Has given me a lot of confidence. Andy Lonsdale

Availability:  27 November - 11 spaces