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Learn to scythe at Perth, Scotland


Photos from this weekend’s Learn to Scythe courses in Scotland. Continue reading

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Learning to scythe a wildflower meadow in Manchester


What am I doing in Manchester on matchday with a car full of scythes? Continue reading

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Scything tough weeds on slopes

Some old-school time lapse photography of mowing rougher vegetation. Continue reading

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Scythes are Just the Job


More scything in North Yorkshire. Continue reading

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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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