About

If you are thinking about buying a small woodland or have just invested in one, this course is for you. An increasing number of people are choosing to invest their savings in the purchase of woodland, for the many recreational, ecological and physical benefits that owning such a space can bring. While there are an enormous number of practical issues to consider in the management of deciduous woodland - don’t let that put you off! Our tutor, Ross Packman, has gained practical woodland management experience with the National Trust, and the Wildlife Trusts in both Surrey and the Isles of Scilly. He is keen to help guide you on your exciting journey. On this one-day introductory course, the morning session will concentrate on everything from basic woodland ecology to applying for management grants. After an early lunch, we will then head out into the ancient woodland of Nower Wood, where we will observe habitat management in action. We realise that each parcel of land is unique, therefore we encourage attendees, prior to the course, to pass on any specific questions they may have, which we can then cover in a Q&A on the day. This course is targeted at those who are thinking of investing in a small woodland or those who already have done so.