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Catherine78 · « **on:** October 30, 2008, 14:39 »

Hi All

Half of my plot is coverered in 4-5 foot of Bramble. I really want to tackle this mess and get rid of.

Can anyone tell me the best way to tackle this and to keep it away, also how do i dispose of it?

Many Thanks

Yorkie · « **Reply #1 on:** October 30, 2008, 19:14 »

Hi Catherine,

The only way to get rid of brambles permanently is to get the roots out.

I'd suggest you cut them down to a foot or so in height (leaves you something to grab hold of as you lever them out), and then use a fork or mattock/azada to get the roots out.

Unless you have access to a brushcutter like another of our members in this thread

The roots and tops will burn - they would compost down but slowly because they're quite woody

Pete C · « **Reply #2 on:** October 30, 2008, 19:30 »

Argos sell a Spear and Jackson brushcutter......like this....
http://www.jellydeal.co.uk/compare-prices-spear-and-jackson-30cc-petrol-powered-brush-cutter.htm

Anyone got/tried one?

amc · « **Reply #3 on:** November 03, 2008, 09:06 »

Hi Pete C,

I got one in an argos sale when they were £65. I've not as yet fitted the strimmer bit but the brushcutter is great, oh and they come with a 2 year guarentee too. I think richyrich7(?) bought one too and was pleased with it.

The only downside being a 2 stroke is that they are noisy as hell, but I just bought cheap ear defenders form a workwear shop. I really wanted a 4 stroke Honda brushcutter but they retail at £300 plus!

cheers amc

Catherine78 · « **Reply #4 on:** November 03, 2008, 10:06 »

Many Thanks for top advise.

I'll have to see what I can get my hands on when the weather is dry. Ill have a good go at it.

May Thanks

Cath

Pete C · « **Reply #5 on:** November 03, 2008, 18:47 »

Quote from: "amc"

Hi Pete C,

I got one in an argos sale when they were £65. I've not as yet fitted the strimmer bit but the brushcutter is great, oh and they come with a 2 year guarentee too. I think richyrich7(?) bought one too and was pleased with it.

The only downside being a 2 stroke is that they are noisy as hell, but I just bought cheap ear defenders form a workwear shop. I really wanted a 4 stroke Honda brushcutter but they retail at £300 plus!

cheers amc

Yep, the noise aspect worried me too. Plot is at the end of gardens.........other end is a factory wall to bounce noise back. I'll give it a miss.

Ice · « **Reply #6 on:** November 03, 2008, 18:56 »

I believe you can hire a brushcutter from HSS if you don't want to buy one.

Pete C · « **Reply #7 on:** November 03, 2008, 20:37 »

I have an Azada and sickle on order form Get Digging

amc · « **Reply #8 on:** November 04, 2008, 22:00 »

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No noise, no petrol costs but good strong arms! Not just the Spear and jackson is noisy, all 2 strokes are, its just the way they are...
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