Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # Hampshire Coppice group: Hampshire Coppice group aims to premotethe work of its members aswell as the wider coppice community within Hampshires woodlands. ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [Matthew Blogg](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/matthew-blogg): phone: - [David Fox](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/david-fox): 07902616209 - [Simon Hemsley](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/simon-hemsley): 07814038116 - [David Grant](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/david-grant): David Grant is a stick maker and nest box maker based in Petersfield - [competitions](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/hurdle-and-spar-competitions-the-butser-ancient-farm-wood-fayre): An integral part of The Butser Ancient Farm Wood Fayre are the Hurdle and Spar making competitions. - [The Butser Ancient Farm Wood Fayre](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/the-butser-ancient-farm-wood-fayre): A weekend of heritage crafts - save the dates 11th and 12th of July 2026 at Butser Ancient Farm - [Jonathan Rau](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/jonathan-rau): 07395020364 - [Trevor Bailey](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/trevor-bailey): Trevor Bailey is a Hurdle maker for the Stockbridge area of Hampshire he also supplies faggots and hedging materials - [The Countryside Education Trust](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/the-countryside-education-trust): The Countryside Education Trust provides rural and environmental education to children in line with the national curriculum, in an attempt to bridge the gap between the younger generation and conservation - [Dean Gregory](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/dean-gregory): 07590 402487 - [Alan Waters 1945-2024](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/alan-waters-1945-2024): It is with the greatest of sadness that we heard of the passing of Alan Waters, a true legend of the coppice and charcoal industry. - [Steve Wright​](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/steve-wright): Steve Wright​ is a coppice worker from Totton in Hampshire - [Meike Wonders](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/meike-wonders): Meike Wonders produces handmade, personalised twig pencils made using locally sourced hazel - [John Chris & Kester Westcott](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/threecopse-woodland-products): John Chris & Kester Westcott under their Threecopse Woodland Products brand make and supply charcoal, besom brooms and leather products - [Chris Watts](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/chris-watts): Chris Watts from The Rustic Coppice Company is an experts in woodland and pasture management and a lot besides. - [David and James Spratt](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/david-and-james-spratt): David 07770 763121 - [Louise Arthur](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/louise-arthur): 07967736776 - [Jacqueline Rolls](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/jacqueline-rolls): 07981103704 - [Rod Poynting](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/rod-poynting): Rod Poynting is a woodland consoltant, wood turner and timber frame builder based in Salisbury Wiltshire - [Dave Lister](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/dave-lister): 07952 991955 - [William Walter (Bill) Lane](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/william-walter-bill-lane): William Walter (Bill) Lane is a hazel hurdle and spar maker from Winchester in Hampshire - [Jim and Marg King](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/jim-and-marg-king): 07485 271508 - [Simon Maskrey](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/simon-maskrey): Facebook -  Simon Maskrey Forestry and Foraging    - [Peter Jameson](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/peter-jameson): 07729437553 - [Mark Hazell](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/mark-hazell): 07789296141 - [Mark Howard](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/mark-howard): 01252 850791 - [Simon Farndon](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/simon-farndon): 07986 096635 - [Matthew England](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/matthew-england): 01425 672577 - [Ian Coleborn-Drover](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/ian-coleborn-drover): 07979 800268 - [Dave Dibden](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/dave-dibden): 02380 872679 - [Phil Clayton](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/phil-clayton): 07984 807537 - [Jackie Broomfield](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/jackie-broomfield): including: - [Les Brannon](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/les-brannon): 02392 580988 (evening)07866 210898 (Mobile) - [John Blithe](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/john-blithe):  01252 811878 - [Michael Bennett](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/michael-bennett): www.hampshirehazelhurdles.co.uk/ - [Claire Beale](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/claire-beale): 07968 439083 - [Mark Allery](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/mark-allery): 01428 641708 - [Spar Day course](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/spar-day-course): Spar Day course With demand for thatching spars out stripping supply Hampshire Coppice Group are delighted to announce an upcoming thatching spar training event. Initially open to group members only this initial course is limited to just 6 people. It will be an in-depth insight into the making of spars led by Spar maker Darren Hammerton.   The course will be hosted at Little Horsecroft (which is near Droxford, Hampshire) on Saturday 15th April   £50 per person including all materials as well as tea/coffee.   For more details and to book your place, please contact HCG thought our website contact page. using the button below Contact us - [Ern Steel’s funeral](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/ern-steels-funeral): We are informed by Ern s nephew Ian that the funeral is 3rd March, 2pm at Salisbury Crematorium. All are welcome to Join the family at the Crematorium. - [Ern Steel – The Passing of a legend](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/ern-steel-the-passing-of-a-legend): It is with the greatest of sadness that we heard of the passing of Ern Steel, a true legend of the coppice industry. - [New years Honours](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/new-years-honours): We are delighted to announce the Member Paul Brockman has been honoured in Queen New years Honours list "For services to Woodland Management and Nature Conservation". He as been awarded the British Empire Medal (Civil Division) so is now MR Paul Brockman BEM. - [Community Woodfair 2018 Zionshill Copse](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/community-woodfair-2018-zionshill-copse): Description: Come along to the annual Woodfair, now in its 18th year! It’s a great chance to see traditional woodland crafts and take part in activities in a beautiful woodland setting. - [National Coppice Federation Gathereing and AGM 2018](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/national-coppice-federation-gathereing-and-agm-2018): Title: National Coppice Federation Gathereing and AGM 2018Location: Sandy Lane, Shedfield, Hampshire SO32 2LR Link out: Click hereDescription: Hampshire coppice Craftsmens Group (HCCG) are Proud to anounce, we will be hosting the National Coppice Federations (NCFed) Gathering and AGM, between the 12th and the 14th of October 2018.Start Date: 2018-10-12Start Time: 16:00End Date: 2018-10-14End Time: 12:30 - [Community Woodfair 2017](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/community-woodfair-2017): Title: Community Woodfair 2017Location: Zionshill Copse Local Nature Reserve Chandlers Ford SO53 4SJ Next to Knightwood Leisure CentreLink out: Click hereDescription: As in the past you will find a good number of group members showing off there coppice and greenwood skills at this event.Start Time: 10:00Date: 2017-09-02End Time: 17:00 - [Wood is Good: Woodcraft Fayre](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/wood-is-good-woodcraft-fayre): Title: Wood is Good: Woodcraft Fayre - [Zions Hill Wood Fair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/zions-hill-wood-fair): Title: Zions Hill Wood Fair Location: Zionshill Copse Local Nature Reserve, Chandlers Ford SO53 4SJ Link out: Click here Description: as usual a number of group members will be at Zions Hill Wood Fair. A local event within a woodland with a circular path and plenty of things to do and watch. Start Time: 10:00 Date: 2014-08-30 End Time: 17:00 - [Portchester Gala](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/portchester-gala-2): Title: Portchester Gala Location: Portchester Castle Link out: Click here Description: The carnival procession leaves the community centre at 11.30 a.m.and makes it way to the castle grounds. A great historic location for a traditional, local event. Come and have a chat with us where we will be making different products and selling our wares. Start Time: 11:30 Date: 2014-06-21 End Time: 16:30 - [Mad Meadows and Wild Woods](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/mad-meadows-and-wild-woods): Title: Mad Meadows and Wild WoodsLocation: Itchen Valley Country ParkLink out: Click hereDescription: Members will be demonstrating their skills and selling their products at this event. Interesting location with plenty of activities for children.Start Time: 10:00Date: 2014-06-15End Time: 17:00 - [Milland Rural Fair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/milland-rural-fair-2): Title: Milland Rural FairLocation: Milland GU30 7NBLink out: Click hereDescription: A number of group members will be demonstrating their woodland/coppice crafts at this traditional, country event. Come along for a chat and perhaps be tempted to buy some of the products made from local, sustainably managed woodlands.Start Time: 11:00Date: 2014-06-01End Time: 17:00 - [South Downs Green Fair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/south-downs-green-fair-2): Title: South Downs Green FairLocation: The Sustainability Centre between Clanfield and East MeonLink out: Click hereDescription: The location and content of this event have made it a regularly attended show for group members. There will be a number of us present demonstrating our woodland and coppice crafts. There will also be sales of products made from wood that has been locally and sustainably managed. Come along for an enjoyable day out and have a chat with us.Start Time: 10:00Date: 2014-05-11End Time: 17:30 - [Meon Springs Country Experience Day](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/meon-springs-country-experience-day): Title: Meon Springs Country Experience DayLocation: Meon SpringsLink out: Click hereDescription: As part of National Beanpole Week several group members will be at this event. There will be demonstrations of coppice/woodland crafts as well as sales of products from local, sustainably managed woodlands including beanpoles and peasticks.Start Time: 10:00Date: 2014-04-13End Time: 16:30 - [Autumn Countryside Show](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/autumn-countryside-show-2): Title: Autumn Countryside Show Location: Weald and Downland museum Link out: Click here Description: Hampshire and Sussex/Surrey coppice group members and Association of Pole Lathe turners will be at this event. Competitions, rural craft demonstrations and the museum buildings and related activities provide a busy weekend. Start Date: 2013-10-12 Start Time: 10:00 End Date: 2013-10-13 End Time: 17:00 - [Autumn Festival](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/autumn-festival): Title: Autumn FestivalLocation: Hilliers ArboretumLink out: Click hereDescription: Set in the superb surroundings of the Arboretum this show celebrates crafts, gardening and specialist foods. Group members will be demonstrating their crafts and selling products from sustainably managed woodlands.Start Date: 2013-10-12Start Time: 10;00End Date: 2013-10-13End Time: 17;00 - [Zionshill Copse Community Woodfair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/zionshill-copse-community-woodfair): Title: Zionshill Copse Community WoodfairLocation: Chandlers FordDescription: The fair covers both traditional and modern woodland practices and associated crafts as well as exhibits and displays from local conservation groups, businesses, charities and organisations.Start Time: 10:00Date: 2013-09-07End Time: 17:00 - [Stock Gaylard Oak Fair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/stock-gaylard-oak-fair): Title: Stock Gaylard Oak FairLocation: Sturminster NewtonLink out: Click hereDescription: Set in beautiful parkland this show has something for everyone. Come along and chat to group members who will be demonstrating coppice/woodland crafts including a kiln charcoal burn.Start Time: 10:00Date: 2013-08-24End Time: 17:00 - [Denmead Village Show](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/denmead-village-show): Title: Denmead Village ShowLocation: Denmead Church Hall and groundsLink out: Click hereDescription: Pop along and meet group members demonstrating coppice/woodland crafts and selling items all produced from locally managed woodland. This traditional show has everything you would expect from a village summer event.Start Time: 11:00Date: 2013-08-17End Time: 17:00 - [New Forest Show](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/new-forest-show): Title: New Forest ShowLocation: New Park near BrockenhurstLink out: Click hereDescription: Group members will be demonstrating coppice/woodland crafts on all three days of the show in the Village Green area. Come along to this part of the showground to find various country pursuits and have a chat with us while you have something to eat or drink with a background of live music.Start Date: 2013-07-30Start Time: 0830amEnd Date: 2013-08-01End Time: 0630pm - [Curdridge Show](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/curdridge-show): Title: Curdridge ShowLocation: Reading Room Lane CurdridgeLink out: Click hereDescription: This traditional country show has a horticultural tent with associated competitions and arena events. Group members will be demonstrating woodland/coppice crafts and selling products made from locally managed woodlands.Start Time: 11:00Date: 2013-07-20End Time: 17:00 - [South Downs Wood Fair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/south-downs-wood-fair-2): Title: South Downs Wood FairLocation: Queen Elizabeth Country ParkLink out: Click hereDescription: The woodfair covers all aspects of wood and new for this year is the Food Hall. Group members will be demonstrating woodland/coppice crafts and selling products made from locally managed woodlands.Start Date: 2013-07-13Start Time: 10:00End Date: 2013-07-14End Time: 17:00 - [Wallington Country Fete](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/wallington-country-fete): Title: Wallington Country FeteLocation: Wallington near FarehamDescription: This traditional village summer fete is held on the Wallington water meadows. It runs from 1.30 to 4.30pm and entry is free. Group members will be demonstrating woodland/coppice crafts and selling products made from locally managed woodlands. Start Time: 1:30Date: 2013-07-13End Time: 4:30 - [Portchester Gala](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/portchester-gala): Title: Portchester GalaLocation: The grounds of Portchester CastleLink out: Click hereDescription: This is a community run event that dates back over one hundred years. There is a procession through the village followed by a day of events, games and stalls in the grounds of Portchester Castle Group members will be there demonstrating their crafts and selling woodland/coppice products. Start Time: 11.30amDate: 2013-06-15End Time: 16.30pm - [Droxford Annual Country Fair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/droxford-annual-country-fair): Title: Droxford Annual Country FairLocation: The Square, DroxfordLink out: Click hereDescription: Group members will be at the fair demonstrating woodland/coppice crafts and selling coppice products.Start Time: 12.30pmDate: 2013-06-01End Time: 16.00pm - [Southdowns Wood Fair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/southdowns-wood-fair): Title: Southdowns Green Fair Location: The Sustainability centre, East Meon Link out: Click here Description: Once again members of Hampshire Coppice Craftsmens' Group will be demonstrating a wide range of coppice crafts including pole lathe turning, walking stick making, Cleft Chestnut Products Besom broom making. Start Time: 11:00 Date: 2013-05-12 End Time: 17:00 - [Meon Springs Countryside Day](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/meon-springs-countryside-day): Members of the group will also be selling Pea sticks and bean poles as part of National Bean Pole week. - [Group AGM](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/group-agm): Title: Group AGMLocation: Badger Farm Community Centre Start Time: 19:15Date: 2012-10-24End Time: 22:00 - [Autumn Countryside Show](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/autumn-countryside-show): Title: Autumn Countryside ShowLocation: Weald and Downland Open Air Museum SingletonLink out: Click hereDescription: A number of Hampshire coppice group members will be taking part in this event as well as members from surrey and Sussex, and DorsetStart Date: 2012-10-13Start Time: 10:00End Date: 2012-10-14End Time: 17:00 - [South Downs Wood Fair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/south-downs-wood-fair): Description: Coppice group members will be demonstrating a number of woodland crafts including hurdle making, trug making, rustic furniture, charcoal, shingles, pegs, cleft chestnut, pole lathe and more. - [Network and Natter](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/network-and-natter-2): Title: Network and Natter Location: Hyde Club just east of Fordingbridge Link out: Click here Description: Meet members of the committee and other group members for a chat in the south west of the county. Start Time: 19:00 Date:17-04-2012 - [Network and Natter](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/network-and-natter): Title: Network and Natter Location: The Horse and Jockey, Hipley, Hambledon Link out: Click here Description: A chance for existing coppice group members or anyone interested in joining to come along for an informal get together. Start Time: 7.30pm Date: 20-03-2012 - [Meadows Madness and Wild Woods](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/meadows-madness-and-wild-woods): A new event this year with members of the coppice group taking part. - [Wallington Village Fete](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/wallington-village-fete): Title: Wallington Village Fete Location: Wallington water meadows Start Time: 10:00 Date: 2012-07-14 End Time: 16:00 - [Milland Rural Fair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/milland-rural-fair): Title: Milland Rural FairLocation: Milland Link out: Click hereStart Time: 10:00Date: 2012-06-17End Time: 17:00 - [South downs Green fair](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/south-downs-green-fair): Title: South downs Green fairLocation: Sustainability centerLink out: Click hereDescription: Come and explore the stalls, tuck into a healthy organic lunch or enjoy a pint of locally brewed ale with live music in the beer tent. Explore home renewable energy options, see traditional crafts, meet local green groups and swap your surplus seeds and plants as well! - [The Meon Springs Country Experience Day 2012](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/the-meon-springs-country-experience-day-2012): Title: The Meon Springs Country Experience Day 2012 Location: Meon Springs Link out: Click here Description: “As well as things to watch and learn, there are plenty of activities in which you can participate such as fishing and shooting with tuition, archery and air rifles.” we will again be attending the Meon Springs countryside day.   Start Time: 10:00 Date: 15-04-2012 End Time: 16:00 - [Blog](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/blog): Welcome to Hampshire Coppice Craftsmens’ Group’s new look web site. ## Pages - [Spar makers](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/spar-makers): Your search results for: Spar makers Search Search - [Diary dates](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/diary-dates): Dates for your diary Diary dates - [About us](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/about-us): The Hampshire Coppice Group was formed in 2003 to promote the traditional craft of coppicing and other associated crafts, by supporting the skilled craftspeople who depend upon it. - [Besom broom makers](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/members/besom-broom-makers): Besom brooms or witches brooms are traditionally made from either Birch, heather or gorse with a hazel handle, by broom squires. - [Demonstrators](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/members/demonstrators): Your search results for: Demonstrators - [Firewood](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/members/firewood): Your search results for: Firewood - [Hedgelaying supplies](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/members/hedgelaying-supplies): Your search results for: Hedgelaying supplies - [Peasticks and beanpoles](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/members/peasticks-and-beanpoles): By using traditional peasticks and bean poles you are helping to support you local environment as well as reducing you wood miles and carbon footprint. - [coppicing](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/members/coppicing): Here are your search results for coppicing, including coppice resoration. - [hedgelaying](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/members/hedgelaying): Search results for: Hedgelaying - [hurdle makers](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/members/hurdle-makers): Below is a list of our members who make Hurdles. - [News page](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/news-page): Our latest news, updates and blogs - [Search Results](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/search_gcse): Search Results - [My account](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/my-account) - [Shop](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/shop) - [Linktree](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/linktree): Welcome to our linktree page, if you have arrived here from our social media pages welcome, the links below will help you navigate around the site and quickly access our recorces. - [Home](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/home): Welcome to the Hampshire Coppice Craftsmens Group website. The intention of this site is to promote the work of the group, as well as giving a voice to the people working in the woodlands of Hampshire. - [Firewood](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/members/firewood-2): Members of Hampshire Coppice Craftsmen’s Group (HCCG) who are following this Good Practise Guide may not be offering certified firewood, although it will be from well managed woodland and be good firewood. It will have the added advantage of helping to manage local woodland and giving a job to a local coppice worker. - [Links](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/links): Below are links to relevant organizations both locally and nationally as well as group members. - [Join us](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/join-us): Online listing - [Training](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/training): Association of Polelathe Turners & Greenwood Workers APT - [Films](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/films): Below are number of films produced by Woodlandstv.co.uk and shown here with kind permission. All the films show are members of Hampshire Coppice Craftsmens Group. - [Members](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/members): It is now even easier to find the products and services you need from our members. You can either use the search box if you know the exact product you are look for or use one of our preprogramed search criteria below. - [charcoal Database](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/charcoal/charcoal-database): Charcoal Database Charcoal Burners or Wood Colliers Charcoal Database - [Charcoal](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/charcoal): The idea behind this is to allow small producers of quality charcoal to sell their product under one banner and mark it as a product of Hampshire. - [Frequently Asked Questions ](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/frequently-asked-questions): Many British broad-leaved trees including hazel, chestnut, ash and oak can be coppiced.Coppicing means cutting the tree or bush down to the stump. The plant then re-grows producing multiple stems called rods or poles. These can then be harvested and the poles converted into a wide range of products. - [mission statement](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/home-page/mission-statement): The aims of the group are: - [Press](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/press): The purpose of this page is to give the Press an informed view of the coppice industry as well as explaining the main terms used. - [The Teller](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/teller): The Teller is Hampshire Coppice Craftsmens group magazine. It is produced on a by monthly basis and contains all sorts of useful information and topical tips on coppicing and other woodland skills as well as events and contact addresses. - [Home](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/home-page/home) - [Home Page](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/): Home page - welcome to Hampshire Coppice Group "Putting Life into your Landscape" - [Contact Us](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/contact-us): If you are looking for specific product or member have you looked at our Members page? if so and you still cant find what you are looking for then you are in the right place - [News](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/news): news page ## - [HCG diary](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/?p=2036): See more details ## Categories - [Events](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/category/events) - [in memoriam](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/category/in-memoriam) - [member](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/category/member) - [news](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/category/news) - [shows](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/category/shows) - [Uncategorized](https://www.hampshirecoppice.co.uk/category/uncategorized) ## Tags