location: Templecombe, SomersetThis popular day is led by Sally Morgan. A typical day starts with an introductory talk, followed by a tour of the poultry pens and an introduction to the different breeds at the farm. We have deliberately stocked a variety of different breeds of both laying and meat chickens, ducks and geese, so we will can discuss the pros and cons of each. We have also set up a variety of pens, from small self-contained ones that would suit a garden, to larger sheds with netted runs suitable for small commercial use. Topics cover all aspects of poultry keeping, including:
During the afternoon, we will demonstrate chicken slaughter and plucking, and then everyone can have a go at eviscerating a chicken to take home and eat. If you are already an experienced chicken keeper but would like to learn about the slaughter and preparation of table birds, you can come along for just the afternoon session. If you don't want to learn about slaughter and dressing chickens, you can come for just the morning. Cost for a half day course is £40 - please contact us to check on availability of this option. dates: see 'book online' below
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how to book: |
if you can't open
the booking form, you need Acrobat
Reader - it's free |
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arrive: |
around
9.30 for a 10am prompt start |
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depart: |
after
the course finishes at 5pm |
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directions: |
sent with booking confirmation |
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what
to bring: |
warm, work
clothes; wellies; pen and notebook |
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let
us know: |
if
you have any special needs |
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price: |
£75; £65 for 2nd or subsequent people, or if booking on another course at this venue on the same weekend. £40 for half day. Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £30 admin fee, or £20 admin fee for cancellation of half day booking) No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course |
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lunch: |
a light lunch is provided |
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car
sharing: |
visit
our car
sharing forum to offer or request a lift |
