wattle hurdles with trellis top

Wattle hurdles, willow fences, river restoration and hedge laying are country crafts which have been passed through five generations of Parsons and Sons based in Salisbury, Wiltshire

Hurdle making is the traditional rural craft of making woven fencing often out of hazel or willow withies. Hurdles have been used for many things over the years, from animal enclosures to the walls of houses using wattle and daub. The almost forgotten craft of hurdle making has been passed down from father to son in the Parsons family, ensuring that none of the techniques, secrets or pride in the craft have been lost.

Parsons and Sons - hurdle makers are also skilled in many of the other country crafts, including woodland management and conservation. We frequently carry out hedge-laying and river restoration work as well as wood crafts such as hurdle fencing, and hedge laying. We are willing to offer our expert knowledge to help fulfill your needs and can provide any bespoke products that you may require.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for information on any of our products you see in these pages. All products can be made to order, and we are happy to accommodate your wishes.

Uses for hurdles, wattle hurdles, hurdle fence, and hedge laying