UK:Destroying an ancient wood to save it?

Green Drive Woodland is the biggest wood land area that Fylde Borough Council manages with assistance from the Friends of Green Drive group. In consultation with the group the Council’s parks team will be taking a look at the wood lands with a view to improving it. As part of the works some of the trees in the woodland area will be felled to encourage new growth. Councillor Simon Renwick, Cabinet Member for Community Services said: “As with all woodland areas it is very easy for them to become overgrown which then poses a threat to the area. By felling some of the trees we will be able to give the remaining plant life a chance to establish itself better making the area much more stable.” The management plan for the area will then be updated to include plans for new tree planting in the future to extend and rejuvenate the popular walking spot. The Friends of Green Drive, and possibly other environmental groups, will be involved throughout the process to ensure the works do not detract from the character of the area or spoil the key features that visitors enjoy. A representative of The friends of Green Drive said: “The Friends of Green Drive help Fylde Borough Council in its day to day management of Green Drive, which is a heaven for wildlife and is enjoyed by so many people. We welcome this initiative as we are becoming concerned that many of the large trees, some planted 150 years ago, need attention which beyond the ‘friends’ capability.”http://www.fylde.gov.uk/NewsArticle.aspx?id=SXF90A-A7826B93&cat=1524

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