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Leeds orchards scythe group


Don’t mess with the Leeds Orchard Scythe Team! Continue reading

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Scything the burial ground


This place deserves peace and quiet while mowing. Continue reading

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Scything in North Cumbria


Scything, sunshine, smallholder. Continue reading

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Never mind the machine


A wonderful poem with a mention of scything and a strong message for the modern world. Continue reading

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Using the jig to peen a scythe


Photos and video from a Sunday afternoon peening. Continue reading

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Scything course at RHS Harlow Carr in Harrogate

A lovely group of new mowers learning to scythe at RHS Garden Harlow Carr. Continue reading

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Learn to Scythe on National Meadow Day 2017


Learning to scythe in Cheshire on National Meadows Day 2017 Continue reading

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Learn to Scythe at Meadow Connections Festival

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English scythes at the Somerset Scythe Festival 2017


A old scythe is passed on to a new generation but will youth bring competition victory? Continue reading

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Somerset scythe competition 2017 final – video

Video of this year’s scythe championship final – keep your eye on the time, you won’t believe how fast they’re mowing! Continue reading

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