Mick and Sheila joined a regular workparty at Haymill Valley, run by the local wildlife trust. After the safety briefing we loaded up with tools and set off for the spot where we had finished last month. Our task was to continue clearing the brambles and other plants invading the path. Armed with hand-scythes and loppers we attacked the invaders, sometimes also using a hoe to continue Jen's mission to clear the grass from the paths. Luckily we were in the shade of the trees most of the time, but managed to stay hydrated with water and a tea-break with the traditional fruit cake