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  1. AlexB
    Hpp's just down the road from here so I'm lucky in some ways. Enjoy your trip. Sent using Arbtalk Mobile App
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    It it was further north I might of joined you. Sent using Arbtalk Mobile App
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    Aye, not paddled the usk for a while. A few of the tribs are fun. I like the one which goes under I think dickie valentine's bridge. Can't remember the name of it though. Sent using Arbtalk Mobile App
  4. AlexB
    Where are you going boating? Sent using Arbtalk Mobile App
  5. AlexB
    http://www.treesplease.co.uk/sub_category.php?id=1153306692&page=2 Mine came from FC stock. But had a little from these folks, was decent enough! Sent using Arbtalk Mobile App
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    Tube it, in nests 20x20 and stick a ring of hornbeam around the outside as a nurse. The nest/tubes make post planting clearing easier and rabbits/hares will destroy it otherwise. Plant size, go for a 1u1 if you can get it. Bare root will be fine. And you can plant them now with no real issues. Due to cold weather I ended up planting 5k in april and due to hare damage beating up in may (had some left over) and only a 3% failure..... Mostly due to herbivore damage. Sent using Arbtalk Mobile App
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    Sometimes it's very easy to dislike someone! Nice shop! Sent using Arbtalk Mobile App
  8. AlexB
    I would say the same, most of the girls I know who work outside always mention having cold hands. A very good investment indeed. I picked up a reasonable condition 346xpg (the g indicates a heated handle) for £220 on eBay. I can't really notice too much difference power wise though it's much lighter than my 357xp.
  9. AlexB
    I like to dabble.
  10. AlexB
    Go-dove have these and a fair few other interesting bits of kit through a plant/truck disposal auction about 4 times a year. Mainly left hooky you'd need to import from Germany but from what I gather from other threads that'll not be a big deal for you. A
  11. AlexB
    If you're applying for EWGS funding you should have a rough idea as there is a rate within the scheme.
  12. AlexB
    Keep it simple. It shouldn't be more than 2 days to fell and process the trees. Chip the brash into dumpy sacks stack the logs. I'll typically do 40-50 pine/spruce a day in the size you've got there. If you have to burn it fine but I'd explore every other option first.
  13. AlexB
    Does such a thing exist? Cheers!
  14. AlexB
    Depending on budget either mulch/grind the stumps or use an excavator to bury them in a line, you'll also create a nice bund for shelter for tents. Don't plant on it though as there's an increased risk of the trees being blown over. As you're in Devon you're under the english woodland grant scheme so depending on the overall site size you may well be able to claim some grant money towards the costs. The W/O will be able to advise you as to which is most appropriate for your site.
  15. AlexB
    The stumps won't be very comfy to sleep on under your tent.....
  16. AlexB
    Contact your local woodland officer, it doesn't cost a penny and they'll even visit the site. Yes you will need a felling licence, but it's not a big deal, you may be able to make a claim for grant money more likely in England than in Scotland to assist with re-stocking costs (broadleaf). It doesn't matter about species, looking at it, it was probably planted under a grant scheme so the Fc may well have records. Don't worry about it, tea and chocolate digestives will win over the woodland officer. Where in the uk are you?
  17. AlexB
    The law as I understand it is.... If they can't get to work there is no obligation to pay them. If you shut down your operation then you have to pay them. If you give your staff more than the basic 28 days holiday then you can insist they take any holiday above the 28 days without notice. Though that will never be a popular decision. I'd say pay for a basic 7.5 hour day. If you're good at choosing staff it should pay for its self 3 times over during the year....... Everyone loves a snow day, especially if they have kids!
  18. AlexB
    Invoice2go is fantastic, looked at it today after reading this thread. Have already sent 2 invoices and a few quotes. Love it!
  19. AlexB
    What about a long flat bed 7.5t, a winch and a set of ramps? You would then be able to put the mill on the truck and deliver/collect timber/logs.
  20. AlexB
    Too far, I've got some you cold have but you'd need to pick them up from north notts.
  21. AlexB
    As I say.... "or work!!!"
  22. AlexB
    If you're based or work Cumbria.....
  23. AlexB
    Where in the world are you?
  24. AlexB
    Look on your local os map, the mean high tide mark is what your looking for. From there to the water is free pickings. But heck, it's the beach. If you want to carry it, go for it.
  25. AlexB
    On a plus note, there's now more put in space for paddlers!

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