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Bassetlaw Rural Conference, 25th March 2015
The work of the Sherwood Forest Trust
Dr Patrick Candler
www.sherwoodforest.org.uk
Our Mission
To champion the preservation, conservation, learning, enjoyment
and economic development of Sherwood Forest
how did Sherwood become a forest?“forest”
woodland + heath + grassland
The work we do• Habitat and landscape scale improvements
• Heritage and culture
• Education, outreach and training • Community – festivals and events
• Projects with partners – landowners, community organisations
• Economic development – support for Business Forum
• Tourism and visitor economy
• Strategic Development
What have we achieved?• £6m investment in Sherwood• 50 + projects supported• 600 landowners engaged• Land and habitat surveys and plans• Major public survey of Sherwood• St George’s Day Celebrations• Education and learning resources• 1000s of trees planted
Current projects• Big Tree Plant – 6,285 trees in 2014/15• Robin Hood Festival• Major Oak Woodland Festival• Oak Tree Heath – On Fire Project• Sparkling Sherwood• Discover King John’s Palace• Magna Carta• Landscape designs and plans
Future plans• Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre• Sherwood Centre for Environmental
Excellence• Nottinghamshire School’s Robin Hood
Day• New community engagement programme• LEADER support• Create Sherwood Forest Regional Park
What is Forest Heathland?
Forest heathland flora
Forest heathland biodiversity
Forest heathland biodiversity
Why forest heathland management?
• Increasing diversity of plants and animals
• Protecting ancient ecosystems
• Recreating the extent of Sherwood Forest
• Safeguarding rare invertebrate species
• Providing tranquil spaces for humans
• Combining traditional methods with modern practices
Our benefits
Ways to support us
Community Rangers
Guided visitsVolunteeringFriends of groupsWildlife surveysEducational visits
Community Heritage Projects
Heritage through storiesArchive photographyWalking trail guidesDramatic re-enactmentWeb pages
Become a member
Acorn Supporter
Sapling Supporter
Oak Supporter (supports 1/4 Ha. of landscape work)
Veteran Supporter (supports 1 Ha. of landscape work)
Any questions?
Thank you for listening
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