Meadow Making and Scything Skills Day

Helped by expert scythers, we’ll be spending the day learning how to make and manage wildflower meadows. You’ll have a chance to learn the basics of how to use a scythe, as well as identifying different wildflowers and the invertebrates that use them. We’ll also discuss meadow management, the importance of species like yellow-rattle, and initiatives such as no-mow May.

Beautiful, biodiverse, and brimming with life, wildflower meadows are a key ally in the climate and biodiversity emergencies. However, in the UK we have lost 97% of our wildflower meadows since the 1930s. Here at Mar Lodge we are managing more of our grounds around the Lodge as traditional wildflower meadows, and our delighted to give you the opportunity to undertake a spot of traditional meadow management in the historic surroundings of Mar Lodge.

This is a free event, supported by the Cairngorms Trust.

Booking is essential as there are limited places.

You’ll need sturdy footwear (e.g. walking boots) and suitable clothing including waterproofs, and water and snacks.

Please note that in the case of particularly poor weather conditions, this event may be re-scheduled.

For more information, please call us on 01339720164.