Tag Archives: woods
To manage or not to manage
In almost every commentary on English woodland produced recently, it is stated that we need to bring more woodland into management. This presupposes that we know what “management” means and what we would get as a result. “Coppice” they say; … Continue reading
Forests report – a conservation response
Ash disease and other pests and diseases – Austin Brady, Head of Conservation The Government response to the panel had its own long established timetable to follow, but this was dramatically cut across by developments on tree disease as the … Continue reading
Woodland Highlights: February
February brings ever increasing signs of life returning to our woods and trees. The forerunners of spring tease and tantalise the senses, lifting spirits and bringing a smile to all who admire them. Trees/shrubs… The golden male catkins of the hazel … Continue reading
Thanks and festive wishes
A little blog to send some festive thanks to all our lovely readers and contributors. Recently we were nominated for a blog of the year 2012 award, which is just fantastic. We really appreciate the support you have given us during this year; … Continue reading
Woods of the future
Thank you to guest blogger Paul Rutter, Plantlife‘s Woodland Adviser, for our latest post. Plantlife, like the Woodland Trust, promotes the value and importance of woods and trees in the natural world, along with all other wild plants… “Trees can be … Continue reading
New Bristol Mayor elected
The people have spoken! Bristol has chosen the independent candidate George Ferguson as its first ever directly elected Mayor. Winning by over 6,000 votes, the result gives Mr Ferguson a clear mandate for his three and a half year Mayoral … Continue reading
Help shape the future of England’s forests
To help develop its response to the Independent Panel on Forestry’s report, Defra has published the first of a series of short public surveys. This will help shape the Government’s decision around the future of England’s forests, woods and trees. … Continue reading
The best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago. The second best time is now
…..Or 400 years ago as I found when I lucky enough to spend my weekend at Gwydir Castle in LLanwrst on the edge of Snowdonia. The present castle dates from around 1490, when the original castle was rebuilt following the … Continue reading
Woodland Highlights: July
The longest day has come and gone and the days will be shortening. July was once a great month for invertebrates, but recent wet, cold summers have caused them serious problems and their numbers have suffered. Trees/shrubs… Lime trees produce … Continue reading
