The National Forest is set to transform large areas of landscape in Leicestershire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire with a blend of woorded areas, open country, farmland and settlements. The aim is to create a very special multi-purpose Forest for the nation in the 21st century and beyond.
This Technical Paper is a practical guide to creating new woodlands in the National Forest. It brings together general principles, latest research findings and, importantly, experiences of establishing three large Demonstration Woodlands within the Forest area. They have much to offer to everyone involved with woodland creation, from novices to professional foresters, and a visit to at least one of them will help to bring to life the points made in this guide.