Small Woods is proud to be the training partner for the Lost Woods of Low Weald and Downs project.
We’re running subsidised courses on sustainable woodland management and heritage skills, which is made possible by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Due to funding conditions, you must live, work or volunteer in the project area in Sussex.
Click here to see if you are eligible.
(If there are no suitable dates available, please register your interest in attending a future course here and we’ll be in touch.)
Restoring 'Lost' Ancient Woodlands
: 12 Jun 2025
: Woods Mill, Henfield
Join us on this one-day course to learn the basic skills you need to identify and sustainably manage ancient woodland, and help biodiversity thrive once more.
Introduction to Woodland Management AIM L3
: 08 Jul 2025 - 09 Jul 2025
: Wood's Mill, Henfield
Build the background knowledge needed to manage your woodland sustainably, and work towards creating resilient, productive woods. Tailored to your individual needs, you are encouraged to share details of woodlands you are familiar with to aid your learning.
Walking Stick Workshop
: 22 Jul 2025
: Park Wood, Poynings, West Sussex
Join us in Park Wood, a site of historical and ecological importance, to learn the ancient craft of walking stick making.
Make a gate hurdle with sweet chestnut
: 11 Sep 2025
: Park Wood, Poynings, West Sussex
Traditionally used to handle and pen livestock, today gate hurdles are an attractive addition to your garden or green space.
