National Hedgelaying Society Explained

The National Hedgelaying Society (NHLS) is the only British charity^[1] devoted to the art of hedgelaying and the restoration and creation of hedgerows.^{[2] [3]}

NHLS was formed on 11 November 1978 by Valerie Greaves, Clive Matthew and Fred Whitefoot.^[4]

The society runs hedgelaying competitions and exhibitions in the UK,^[5] and an optional accreditation scheme for hedgelayers.^[6] Charles III is a patron of the organization,^[7] and in December 2021 he presented awards on behalf of the society at Highgrove estate.^[8]

External links

Official website

Notes and References

1. Web site: Pat in hedgelaying record bid . Margaret Roddy . 26 October 2021 . . 27 August 2022.
2. Web site: The hidden bustling world of hedgerows . Katarina . Zimmer . . 26 November 2021 . 27 August 2022.
3. News: Turning over a new leaf: the humble hedge stages a remarkable comeback . 23 October 2021 . . 27 August 2022.
4. News: 1979-02-02 . Birmingham Daily Post . . Preserving hedges . 4 . Birmingham, UK .
5. Book: Hedge Britannia; A Curious History of a British Obsession . 79 . Hugh Barker . 2013 . 9781408831120 . Bloomsbury Publishing.
6. Web site: How do I become … a hedgelayer . Thomas Howells . . 9 July 2015 . 27 August 2022.
7. News: Prince Charles digs in on hedgerows in BBC One Show interview . Jake Kanter . 24 January 2022 . 27 August 2022.
8. News: Prince Charles speaks of importance of UK hedgerows . . 5 December 2021 . 27 August 2022.