A Guide to Stock Fencing

A Guide to Stock Fencing

by Andy Radford (Author)

Synopsis

Whether you need a fence that will protect large livestock such as cattle and horses, or an enclosure for a few chickens, or any size of stock enclosure, this guide contains a wealth of practical information and advice. The book offers guidance on purchasing the correct materials and tools, and the best retailers to do business with; the basic post-and-rail fence, including the ideal equestrian enclosure; and specialist fences for different livestock. It also covers dealing with variations in local topography, including fencing on slopes and crossing rivers and streams; adding stiles and gates to a fence; and advanced fencing techniques, including how to secure posts in shallow or soft ground.

$30.15

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 160
Edition: illustrated edition
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
Published: 25 Nov 2002

ISBN 10: 1861265417
ISBN 13: 9781861265418

Author Bio
Andy Radford became interested in the skills of fence construction when he worked with the Peak District National Park Authority. He runs a landscape business in North Wales and has acted as consultant, designer and contractor for a variety of clients, including schools and local government organizations. He has written articles on the environment for a number of periodicals, including the Guardian newspaper, and is the author of the highly successful A Guide to Dry Stone Walling [Crowood 2001].