Simon Whithead of Pakefield Ferrets is one of only a handful of professional ferreters in this country who uses ancient field craft to control rabbits in an environmentally friendly way. 'Pug' is another name for ferret and 'Drummer', a name for the rabbit which, when alarmed, makes a drumming noise by stamping its feet to warn others.
Ferreting was a traditional country pursuit popular with our ancestors and a route into the countryside for thousands of people in towns. Today the professional ferreter still uses a dog, net and ferret with methods based on those used 100 years ago but the addition of a few modern electronics now aids efficiency.
Demonstrations
Various times a day there will be demonstrations in a small ring to educate, entertain and demonstrate the craft.
