Hedge Laying Association of Ireland

Keep Hedges Living

Learn, practise, and protect Ireland’s living heritage through traditional hedge laying.

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A neatly trimmed hedge with dense green foliage sits alongside a paved pathway. The hedge is lush and vibrant, indicating healthy growth. Beyond the hedge, additional greenery fills the space, with trees and bushes providing a natural backdrop.

About Our Association

We support Ireland’s hedge layers, protecting traditional skills, wildlife habitats, and the living boundaries that shape our countryside.

Meet the Association

Hedge Laying Ireland

A well-maintained hedge with vibrant green and yellow leaves is positioned in front of a paved, deserted street. Bare branches from nearby trees slightly extend over the foliage, and the scene suggests a quiet, sunny day.

Learn traditional hedge laying techniques from experienced practitioners across Ireland.

A lush, green hedge with vibrant grass in the foreground stretches across the landscape. Behind it, fields with taller vegetation extend towards rolling hills in the distance. The scene is set under a cloudless, bright blue sky.

Join workshops, local gatherings, and demonstrations celebrating Ireland’s living boundaries.

A well-maintained, dense hedge borders a narrow brick-paved pathway, with vibrant green leaves reflecting sunlight. The path curves slightly, lined on one side by a low brick wall bordering the hedge. Mature trees are visible in the background, their branches extending over the hedge.

Browse inspiring projects, practical resources, and photographs from past events.