Bracken Bashing with HVCA

Bracken Bashing at Overdale – Volunteers Needed!

Last month, a great group of us tackled the bracken at our tree planting site at Overdale β€” huge thanks to everyone who came along. Now we need reinforcements for two more sessions:

πŸ“… Thursday 9th July
πŸ“… Tuesday 14th July

It’s a big job, so the more hands the better! Fair warning: whacking bracken is oddly satisfying β€” think of it as the anger management session businesses pay good money for. Add in stunning views and cake, and you’ve got a pretty great way to spend a morning.

What to bring:
πŸ₯Ύ Sturdy footwear (boots or wellies)
πŸ§₯ Weather-appropriate clothing β€” we’re 350m above sea level!
🧀 Gloves (bring your own if you have them, otherwise we’ve got spares)
πŸ₯ͺ Lunch and drinks
🦯 A stout stick, about 1m long, if you have one (spares available)

No experience needed β€” everyone welcome!

Getting there:
Access is via the Abney end only (other tracks aren’t suitable for cars). Head to the end of Duper Lane (SK 18971 80188 / what3words: ///aviation.fled.plotter), where you’ll be directed to parking (limited spaces, so car-sharing is strongly encouraged).

⏰ Arrive by 9:20am for a 9:30am start
⏰ We’ll finish by 3pm, but leave earlier if you need to
🚢 It’s a 10–15 minute walk to the site over rough, exposed terrain

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here

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Date
Jul 14 2026
Time
9:20 am - 3:00 pm
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