Woods and trees under threat

Ancient woods have been around for at least 400 years and in some cases form the last link with the original wildwood which covered the UK after the last Ice Age, 10,000 years ago.

Ancient trees resonate with the history of the landscape and form important markers in the lives of individual people and communities. They also harbour a unique array of wildlife.

Despite their value ancient woods and ancient trees are under threat across the UK. The Woodland Trust and Ancient Tree Forum have a dedicated website on this issue at: www.woodsunderthreat.info

On the site you can find interactive maps that show you where ancient woods are located in Britain and also where the threats to ancient trees and woods are. There is also a campaigner's guide to help you fight cases of woods and trees under threat yourself with details on the planning system, tree preservation orders, protected species and many other issues.

Visit www.woodsunderthreat.info to find out more.