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Research report
Impacts of nearby development on ancient woodland
A review of the research and evidence available that demonstrates the impacts of nearby development on the ecology of ancient woodland.
PDF (640 KB)
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Research report
The current state of ancient woodland restoration
A report drawing together evidence on the progress and challenges associated with restoring damaged ancient woodlands across the UK.
PDF (1.76 MB)
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Case study
Harvesting woodfuel from ancient woodland restoration
A case study demonstrating how ancient woodland owners in Wales have funded restoration work through the Renewable Heat Incentive, using timber for woodfuel.
PDF (5.11 MB)
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Research report
Impacts of nearby development on ancient woodland - addendum
A review of further work published since the release of the 2008 Woodland Trust report on the impacts of nearby development on the ecology of ancient woodland.
PDF (8.52 MB)
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Practical guidance
Ancient woodland restoration - maximising ecological integrity
Practical guidance on accumulating more old growth characteristics, better space and dynamism, water and air quality, reintroductions and the integrity of wider landscapes.
PDF (8.97 MB)
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Practical guidance
Tree species handbook
Our guide to choosing the best tree species when creating new woodland, with profiles of 50 tree and shrub species and 18 woodland communities.
PDF (13.70 MB)
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Case study
Tree planting for severe flooding on a lowland farm
A study investigating the impact and cost of severe annual flooding on a lowland farm and the role of tree planting as a management technique.
PDF (718 KB)
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Research briefing
Tree leaves as supplementary feed for ruminant livestock
We look at the value of different species of tree leaves as mineral supplements for livestock. Willow in particular is identified as a potentially valuable source of cobalt and zinc.
PDF (161 KB)
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Policy paper
Strong Roots: Growing British Tree Nurseries
The Strong Roots project explored the key barriers to domestic tree production and identified solutions to increase the availability of homegrown trees, with evidence-based recommendations for improved governmental support for the sector.
PDF (5.05 MB)
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Research report
Scotland's tree equity action plan 2025-30
We want to see a Scotland where every urban neighbourhood has full and fair access to the benefits of trees. Read our tree equity action plan to find out how we plan to make that happen.
PDF (4.69 MB)