Hedgerow Safari & Why Wildlife depends on it | 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Sep 5
Join Richard Negus and Mark Nowers on a fascinating wildlife safari through Mount Briscoe Organic Farm. Discover the hidden wildlife, habitats and stories of the hedgerows as two passionate naturalists share their knowledge and insights into the creatures that call this landscape home.
Richard Negus is a former soldier and horseman. He is now a professional hedgelayer, conservationist, writer and author of the acclaimed WORDS FROM THE HEDGE. His writing champions the people, work, wildlife and beauty of the countryside, and can be found in publications including The Critic, Scribehound, The Daily Telegraph, Sunday Express and Country Life.
Richard is recognised as one of the country's leading exponents and practitioners in rotational hedgerow management and rejuvenation. Fellow Countryside Writer, John Lewis-Stempel, describes him as "The hedgerow's one true champion".
Richard hosts a weekly podcast - Countryslide - with fellow countrymen Richard Prideaux and Callum McInerney-Riley, covering life and work in the British countryside. It's a blend of humorous storytelling and current affairs, and is possibly (maybe) the best rural podcast in the UK. www.countryslide.co.uk
Mark Nowers, a lifelong birder and naturalist, for an engaging insight into his passion for birds and the natural world. With over 25 years’ experience in conservation, Mark now works with farmers and landowners to protect habitats and support species such as the Turtle Dove.