Series 6 Episode 4 Sam and Emily Coppicing in Cumbria

About this episode

The episode discusses the traditional craft of coppicing and its resurgence in South Cumbria through the experiences of Sam and Emily.

One of the most traditional forms of woodland management is that of coppicing - cutting a tree to its base, using the material you have cut to make things like tool handles, fencing or chair legs, letting the tree regrow and cutting it again later on. This craft and way of living has had something of a resurgence in South Cumbria with apprenticeships and co-ops now working to support young workers into a skilled and satisfying craft. Listen here to Sam and Emily on their work and life and ideas....

People in this episode

Host: Peter Leeson

Guests: Sam, Emily

Topics covered

• woodland management
• coppicing
• craftsmanship
• apprenticeships
• sustainable living

Keywords

• coppicing
• woodland management
• Cumbria
• craft
• apprenticeships
• sustainable practices

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: coppicing

Places: Cumbria

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