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Forest Research maintains strong links to the other parts of the Forestry Commission when it comes to buying goods and services but has its own Procurement management resource that supports Forest Research’s particular procurement needs. Quotations and tenders are sought on the basis of the following versions of the Forestry...
The area of woodland in the UK at 31 March 2019 is estimated to be 3.19 million hectares (Table 1.1). Of this total, 1.5 million hectares (46%) is in Scotland, 1.3 million hectares (41%) is in England, 0.3 million hectares (10%) is in Wales and 0.1 million hectares (4%) is...
This Information Note describes investigation of brownfield land for potential redevelopment into greenspace. Written for site owners, foresters, planners, managers and consultants, it gives step-by-step guidance on site selection and evaluation.
A selection of reports and studies on the use of woodfuel from forestry sources
Summary of Programme Trees, woods and forests provide multiple benefits to society and many of these are recognised in the forestry and woodland strategies spanning the next 25-50 years. In particular, there are benefits to the environment through climate change mitigation and adaptation, air quality improvement, protecting water quality and...
This publication aims to provide an insight into the role of the forestry sector in tourism provision. It is targeted at people such as land managers, tourism operators and policymakers who have an interest in woodland management and leisure.
Introduction This chapter contains statistics on: UK woodland area; certified woodland area; areas of new planting and restocking; and felling. Estimates for England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are included in addition to UK totals. International comparisons are provided in the International Forestry chapter. Further information on the data sources...
Information on the design, benefits and practical considerations of wetland establishment in the provision of urban greenspace
Information on the practical considerations for correct choice of species for planting on greenspace sites in urban areas
Forests and woodlands provide wide-ranging and diverse benefits to people in the UK.
Research projects and issues relating to the management of ancient woodland
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