NEVER MADE CHARCOAL?
Find out how in our beautiful ancient woodland near Herstmonceux Castle in East Sussex
and all in one day! Leave with your very own bag of Myrtle Wood charcoal
What will I learn?
A complete overview of this traditional rural craft
Our course includes: siting a kiln, preparing a base, filling & lighting, controlling the burn - and grading & bagging.
Brilliant day, loved every minute of it. Very informative and great hosts. Tony
A brilliant experience. Recommended. Austin
We heartily recommend Richard and Lindsey's One Day Charcoal Course. We have both been on bushcraft and woodland skills courses before and this one stands out for us. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed with plenty of hands-on learning to keep the group totally engaged. The whole process of charcoal making is experienced in one day with clear explanation and guidance. Nick & Chris
When?
Our 2025 course dates (all Saturdays) are: 10 May, 12 July, 30 August and 4 October.
9.30am for a 9.45am start (finishing around 2pm - or 7.30-8pm if you wish to stay for kiln shut down!)
Additional dates possible if there is sufficient demand.
How much is it?
Each course (of up to 6 adults and lasting at least 4 hours) costs just £40 per adult and includes tea & biscuits and a bag of charcoal.
You will need to bring your own lunch.
Bookings are secured with a £20 deposit per person - with the balance payable a week before your course date.
Anything else?
Please bring work/gardening gloves and wear old/work clothes (handling charcoal is messy!). Stout shoes/boots are highly recommended - and you should dress for the expected weather conditions. In the event of forecast rain (when it is best not to empty the kiln) or strong winds your booking will be postponed to another date convenient for you.
We can also supply gift vouchers.
CLICK HERE FOR A VIDEO OF THE FREE BURN!
Charcoal for sale!
£5 a bag - £4.50 a bag if 10+ bags bought!
Local collection/delivery only. Contact us for details.
WOODLAND FOR SALE!
5 acres of our very special semi-ancient woodland
Your chance to own Shepherd's Myrtle Wood - 5 acres of (mainly) sweet chestnut coppice with oak standards - and lots of bluebells!
Including an activities/leisure area with parking, a bench, camp fire, part-filled mini log store and chestnut stakes.
£70,000
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