Coppice & Connect
A 6-week conservation volunteer training programme in Westcott, Surrey
Starts 13th January 2026, 11am-3pm
Join us for 6 sessions of hands-on training in traditional woodland management. You’ll learn how coppicing is used to maintain healthy, diverse woodlands and why it remains an important conservation technique today.
Ideal for anyone interested in practical conservation, you’ll develop useful outdoor skills, gain an understanding of habitat management, and contribute directly to the restoration of an ancient woodland.
- No experience necessary!
- A small, friendly, and inclusive group
- Support with transport costs (up to £10 per session)
- Tools, gloves, and safety equipment provided
- Hot drinks provided

Watch the film!
Created by the super talented Stephen Saffrette, this short film showcases Coppice and Connect, delivered by us for Surrey Hills Society's Growing Together project.








































