• How to construct and repair dry stone walls, stone-faced earth banks, retaining walls and other dry stone features.

  • The design and construction of fences for conservation and amenity, as well as for agricultural or other purposes

  • The design, construction, maintenance and repair of rural footpaths and informal paths in urban areas.

  • Hedgerow management for conservation volunteers and others interested in creating and maintaining hedgerows.

  • Management of traditional British woodlands, and the creation of new woods and managing associated habitats

  • Maintenance and improvement of valuable waterways - bodies of fresh water, springs, ponds, lakes and ditches

  • Maintenance and improvement of extremely fragile, valuable, natural habitats through manual work.

  • Growing, planting and caring for trees to ensure success of planting and on providing a thriving environment

  • Guidance on storage, maintenance and repair of conservation work tools and setting up workshops and stores

  • Recognising the unique qualities of cities and towns to understand how best to contribute to environmental

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