Devon Land Skills

05/08/2025

We are at the North Devon Show come and say 'Hello' we are at Stand B6

The eagerly anticipated North Devon Show is almost here! Every year, the North Devon Show is one of the most […]

13/07/2025

Chainsaw Course Completed in the Sunshine ☀️

Earlier this week we delivered a successful LANTRA Award course in:
Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross-cutting, Basic Felling of Trees up to 200mm.

We were pleased to welcome members of the grounds staff from Stover School to our Devon venue — a hardworking and skilled team who stayed focused and professional throughout.

The warm weather certainly added to the challenge at times, but with plenty of water breaks and good spirits all round, it was a great few days of learning and sharpening skills.

Well done to everyone involved — great effort and a brilliant result all round.

07/07/2025

Chainsaw Refresher Success!

Last week we delivered a successful LANTRA Refresher Course in Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross-cutting, Felling & Processing Trees up to 380mm.

A great group of experienced foresters joined us at our Devon venue to sharpen their skills, refresh best practice, and stay up to date with safety and industry standards.

Fantastic effort all round — well done to everyone who took part!

27/06/2025

20/06/2025

Brushcutter Course Success!

Earlier this week we delivered a successful LANTRA Award Brushcutter & Trimmer course here at Devon Land Skills with all learners completing the training and assessments to a high standard.

Plenty of hands-on practice, expert instruction, and a great result!

We also used high-quality fuel from to support machine care and keeping everything running cleanly throughout.

Well done! A great effort!

30/05/2025

Chainsaw Maintenance Pays Off!

We recently travelled to the brilliant team at Oak to deliver a Chainsaw Maintenance & Crosscutting Refresher on-site at their premises.

The candidate used a Stihl 046—still going strong after more than 27 years!
Thanks to regular care and proper maintenance, this classic saw is not just surviving, it's thriving.

It's a great reminder that with the right upkeep, even older machines can deliver excellent performance for decades. Whether you're working in forestry or managing your own land, routine maintenance means safer, more efficient, and longer-lasting tools.

Got a trusty old chainsaw still earning its keep? We’d love to hear about it!

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19/05/2025

🌲 Chainsaw Training in Action with LandWorks! 🌲

We were proud to deliver our LANTRA Certificate of Competence in Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting to two candidates from LandWorks last week here at Devon Land Skills.

They got stuck in with hands-on learning — from essential maintenance to safe cross-cutting techniques — and came away with the confidence and skills to use a chainsaw safely and professionally.

Always great to support organisations like LandWorks that are making a real difference through practical training and personal development.

📸 Check out some highlights from the course below!

👉 Interested in booking a place or finding out more?
Visit: www.devonlandskills.co.uk or message us directly.

03/05/2025

👋 Meet Martin, the heart behind Devon Land Skills!
With over 20 years of experience and a love for trees, Martin has helped many new and experienced learners grow their skills and confidence.
Want to know the best part of the job? Being outdoors in the woods whatever the weather.
Ready to start your journey? 🚜🌱

28/04/2025

🌿 Welcome to Devon Land Skills! 🌿

At Devon Land Skills, we specialise in land-based training and qualifications, helping people of all experience levels build confidence and gain new skills. We are proud to offer accredited training across beautiful Devon and the South West.
Whether you're starting a new career, upgrading your skills, or expanding your team’s qualifications — we're here to help you succeed.
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🌱 Have a land skill you're proud of? Tell us in the comments — we'd love to hear about your journey!
Here’s to learning, growing, and thriving together!

13/04/2024

Recent Lantra Approved Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross-cutting Course successfully completed. All 3 candidates gaining a certificate of competance. Well done chaps!!