About the event

Join Cornwall Wildlife Trust for a Wild Workday at Carn Moor Nature Reserve, where you'll learn the ancient art of scything and put your new skills to work managing areas of grassland. Working alongside our expert team, you'll help maintain the open heathland conditions that make this reserve such an important haven for wildlife.

Without careful management, vigorous grasses can overwhelm more delicate heathland plants and reduce the diversity of species the reserve supports. By scything and removing excess vegetation, you'll help create space for a rich variety of heathland plants and wildlife to thrive, ensuring this unique landscape continues to flourish for years to come.

What you will be doing

• Learning the basics of scythe use, from set-up and stance to safe, effective cutting
• Putting that skill to work helping our reserves team manage bracken across the Tor
• Spending the day outdoors in one of Cornwall's most stunning landscapes
• Connecting with people from other businesses across the region

A unique networking opportunity

Alongside the conservation impact, the day offers valuable opportunities for networking and team building. Whether attending with colleagues, clients or supply chain partners, participants can build new relationships, exchange ideas and enjoy a shared sense of achievement while supporting nature's recovery.

Looking for a private event for your team?

We also offer dedicated Wild Workdays for individual businesses, giving your team exclusive access to the experience. Priced from £500+VAT for up to 12 participants, these bespoke sessions are ideal for team away days, colleague volunteering days, or simply bringing people together for a rewarding day outdoors.

If this is something your organisation would be interested in, please contact Rowan Hartgroves at Rowan.Hartgroves@cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk to discuss the options available and receive a tailored quote.

The practical bits

The day runs 10am to 3pm

All tools, training, and supervision are provided

This is active, outdoor work on uneven ground, so a reasonable level of mobility is needed

Please bring sturdy boots, long trousers, layers, sun cream or waterproofs (depending on the weather), a packed lunch, and plenty of water

Please note that there are no toilet facilities on site. The nearest public toilets are approximately 10 minutes away.

All Tickets are £50 per person +VAT

Why your booking matters

Every ticket purchased directly supports Cornwall Wildlife Trust's conservation work, helping us protect and restore habitats, safeguard wildlife, and inspire more people to take action for nature across Cornwall.

Spaces are limited to 12, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Questions

If you have any questions before booking, get in touch with Rowan Hartgroves, Corporate Partnerships Manager, at Rowan.Hartgroves@cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk

Terms and Conditions

By booking a place on this Wild Workday, you are agreeing to the following terms.

Cancellations by you

• Cancellations made more than 14 days before the event date will receive a full refund, minus any Eventbrite booking fees.
• Cancellations made between 7 and 14 days before the event will receive a 50% refund, minus any Eventbrite booking fees.
• Cancellations made less than 7 days before the event are non-refundable, as the costs of running the day will already have been committed.
• Tickets are transferable to another person free of charge, provided we are notified by email at least 48 hours before the event with the new attendee's name and contact details.

Cancellations by Cornwall Wildlife Trust

• We may need to cancel or postpone the event due to severe weather, low numbers, or circumstances beyond our control. In this case, you will be offered either a full refund or the option to transfer your place to an alternative date.
• We are not responsible for any additional costs incurred (travel, accommodation, time off work) in the event of cancellation.

Health, safety, and suitability

• This is an active, outdoor event on uneven ground. Participants must be able to walk on rough terrain and carry out physical work for a full day.
• All tools and training will be provided. You agree to follow all safety guidance given by Cornwall Wildlife Trust staff on the day.
• You are responsible for ensuring you are physically fit and well enough to participate. If you have any medical conditions, allergies, or accessibility requirements, please let us know in advance so we can make reasonable adjustments where possible.
• Cornwall Wildlife Trust reserves the right to remove any participant whose behaviour is deemed unsafe, disruptive, or inappropriate, without refund.

What to bring

• Sturdy boots, long trousers, layers, waterproofs or sun protection (weather depending), a packed lunch, and plenty of water.
• Cornwall Wildlife Trust is not responsible for any personal belongings lost or damaged during the event.

Photography and media

Cornwall Wildlife Trust may take photographs and video during the event for use in our communications and marketing. Please let us know on arrival if you would prefer not to be photographed and we will respect that throughout the day.