Beaulieu Wood - Monmouth

Long term intentions

The replanted ancient woodland will gradually be restored to native woodland comprising predominantly site-native trees and shrubs. Areas of conifer plantation will be thinned successively, favouring native species with selected small clear fell coupes/group fellings. Restocking will be through supplementary planting of selected native species such as sessile oak, beech, rowan and holly. This is necessary as vigorous bramble growth occurs on site. Existing areas of broadleaved plantation (birch, beech) will be allowed to develop naturally with limited intervention. Areas of remaining ancient semi-natural woodland will be managed through low levels of intervention, retaining the mature beech and oak coppice stools and pollard. A series of open rides and paths will be maintained throughout the site and access encouraged in liaison with the National Trust and Forest Enterprise.