Woodland Trust Ancient Woodland Restoration Period - September 2019
18 September 2019
Woodland Trust ancient woodland restoration project
Plantations on ancient woodland sites (PAWS) are ancient woods that have been felled and re-planted. In most PAWS remnant historic and ecological features still survive in amongst the plantation crop – vital links back to the original ancient woodland.
Positive management of PAWS can make a major contribution to the overall biodiversity value of our woodlands. The Woodland Trust has recently secured Heritage Lottery funding to do just that and the Cairngorms is one of two areas in Scotland chosen to be part of the largest UK ancient woodland restoration project.
If you manage a PAW site, Woodland Trust can provide free, expert advice and support. For more information contact Alan Crawford.
This document contains information about the Woodland Trust's ancient woodland restoration project in the United Kingdom. Ancient woodlands are a vital part of the UK's natural and cultural heritage, but they are under threat and in need of restoration, as many were felled and replaced with non-native conifers after World War 2. The Woodland Trust aims to work with landowners to restore these woodlands through advice, guidance, and training, but the project will not directly fund restoration work on private land. The project's goals include engaging with landowners, holding workshops, and providing training for specialists, with a total cost of £2.92 million over five years and a funding gap of £530,000. The project focuses on ten priority areas across the UK, targeting privately owned planted ancient woodland sites.
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