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The list below is of recent books and
leaflets with guidance on management of ancient trees for land owners and
site managers. |
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New!
Out in December 2008
'Ian On the Wild Side of Sheffield and the Peak District
By Dr Ian D. Rotherham
Wildtrack Publishing |
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This new book is full of ideas,
thoughts and accounts about local wildlife and history with extended
articles and features based on the very popular newspaper column for the
Sheffield Star. It is the result of over forty year’s involvement in local
wildlife and environmental issues, along with Ian’s national and
international research work and writing. Many of Ian’s correspondents and
listeners feature along with some of their photographs too.
Availability/price flier pdf (940KB) |
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December 2008
The Woodland Heritage
Manual
AGuide to Investigating Wooded Landscapes
Edited by Ian D. Rotherham, Mel Jones, Lindy Smith and Christine Handley
Published by:Wildtrack Publishing
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Ancient woodlands and trees (wooded
landscapes) are irreplaceable. Shaped and influenced by
human activities for centuries, they are ancient living monuments and of
high biodiversity
conservation value. To protect ancient woodlands it is crucial that their
history is recognised,
recorded and used as a basis for management and conservation. A holistic
approach to
uncovering the history of a wood is needed, which includes archaeology,
documentary and oral
research, and ecology. The Woodland Heritage Manual covers each of these
disciplines and guides
readers through relevant research and field surveys. Results can then be
combined to paint a
fuller picture of a wood's past, present and possible future. The manual has
been developed
through, and is an output from, the Woodland Heritage Champions Project. The
examples
of local projects given in the manual are from volunteers who took part in
the Woodland
Heritage Champions Project and been heavily involved in the development of
the manual.
Further details and Manual excerpts pdf (3087KB) |
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November 2008
''Wilderness in Europe'
Frans Vera's new book is now available
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In 'Wilderness in Europe'
Frans Buissink presents Frans Vera's fascinating theory by means of
different areas in the Netherlands where this restoration of the natural
landscape has meanwhile been established. Photographer Jaap Weidema
travelled through Europe to capture the last vestiges of the landscapse that
inspired Frans Vera to his theory.
Available at NHBS Environment Bookstore, Totnes, Devon or
www.nhbs.com |
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'The Afterlife of a Tree'
A Bobiec, JM Gutowski, WF Laudenslayer, P Pawlaczyk and K Zub
WWF Poland
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This book is an attempt of
debunking such myths and changing an attitude towards the role of deadwood.
It is addressed to scientists as well as to all who are interested in nature
of forest ecosystems. This book will be instrumental in achieving much
deeper understanding for deadwood as a key indicator of naturalness in
forest ecosystems and help decision makers responsible for environmental
protection and forest management to make conscious choices for the good of
nature and man.
Further information |
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'The Oak Tree'
(Fictional but based on Fact)
BBC - Radio 4
first broadcast
20-24/03/2006 |
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An extraordinary fictional story of
the life of a thousand year old Oak tree in Northumberland set against an
evocative soundscape.
Peter France narrates the extraordinary fictional story of the life of a
thousand year old Oak tree - from acorn to sapling to mighty tree, and the
changing face of the landscape around it. This is a dramatic and evocative
acoustic journey following the history of the oak tree, and its' woodland
home.
Listen again
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New! A book about traditional pollards in
Spain
'The Black Poplar Pollard in the South of Aragon, the Icon of a Landscape.
Forgotten Heritage
'El chopo cabecero en el sur de Aragon, la identitad de un paisaje.
Patrimonio olvidado'
By Chabier de Jaime Loren and Fernando Herrero Loma |
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A lovely book from Spain that celebrates the
very special landscape in the south of Aragon. Here only black poplars can
grow in the valleys and they are lined by traditional pollards which look
glorious especially in spring and golden in autumn.
This is one of a series of books celebrating the forgotten heritage of the
area.
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'Old Oaks are Special'
proof from Sweden |
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An outstanding research project by
Karl-Olof Bergman (2006) highlights the history and importance of old oak
habitats in a Swedish context and calculates the minimum number of trees and
areas necessary to achieve Ted Green's aim for a 'successional, sustainable,
structural supply of oaks from acorn to ancient'
Report and Pics |
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'How to Estimate the Age of an Oak'
Woodland Trust |
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A
Guide pdf (232KB)
produced by the Woodland Trust based on measurements by John White on oaks
growing in open conditions in the south-east of England. Ages will vary for
trees growing in different conditions and in other parts of the UK |
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'The Trees of Great Britain and Ireland'
By
Henry John Elwes
(1846 - 1922) |
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'Trees of Great Britain and Ireland'
originally 1906 reprinted 1979. Loads of detail about remarkable trees in
British Isles covering seven volumes.
onlinebooks.library |
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ENRR 628 Development of a veteran tree site assessment protocol |
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In this Research Report, English
Nature has published a protocol for assessing sites on the basis of their
veteran tree populations.
Further information |
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Veteran Trees: a guide to good management
Price - £15 including p+p |
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This A4 format handbook provides a
comprehensive guide to best practice in veteran tree management and is set
to become the standard work on the subject. A must for anyone involved in
tree or land management -
details |
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June 2004
Paper by Keith Alexander and Jill Butler |
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Is the US concept of old growth relevant to the
cultural landscape of Europe? A UK perspective.’
obtain a copy here |
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February
2004
Champion Trees of Britain and Ireland
Edited by Owen Johnson |
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An essential new book for all tree lovers from
the Tree Register. ‘A celebration of exceptional trees and an indispensable
reference work’ – Roy Lancaster OBE VHM |
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February
2004
Ancient trees are very important for lichens in mid Wales |
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Lichen Flora of Brecknock -an up-to-date,
comprehensive account of the lichens of the of Brecknock by Ray Woods is out
now.
57 lichens are recognised as characteristically associated with ancient
trees.
for more information |
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NACONEX Textbook 1 - Tools for preserving biodiversity in the nemoral and
boreonemoral biomes of Europe
NACONEX Textbook 2 - Tools for preserving woodland biodiversity
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NACONEX was a project during
2000-2001 to develop conservation training and to spread knowledge and
skills across European countries. It was supported by EU Leonardo da Vinci
funding and co-ordinated by Pro Natura (Sweden) in partnership with AVENIR
(France), NEPCon (Denmark) and The Corporation of London (U.K.).
Two text books were produced as part of the project. The second focuses on
natural forests and ancient trees.
To find out more about the project and to
download the text books or the
individual articles in the booklets. |
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Heritage Trees of Scotland
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The essential book for all who love
trees and all who love Scotland. Lavishly illustrated, it celebrates 100 of
Scotland’s most special trees...
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An illustrated guide to ancient wood pasture in Scotland |
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Take a look at this wonderful 54 page richly
illustrated publication recently produced by Peter Quelch - the Native
Woodland Advisor for the Forestry Commission, National Office for Scotland.
information and file
download |
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Moccas : an English deer park
£20 including p+p |
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A
portrait of England's first parkland National
Nature Reserve with comprehensive accounts of its history and natural
history |
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Veteran tree slide pack
£12 including p+p
OUT OF PRODUCTION |
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A set of 24 slides with lecture notes
illustrating different types of veteran trees, their wildlife and
conservation. Suitable for colleges, conservation advisers and others giving
presentations on trees and conservation |
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The Ancient Yew
£16.99
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By Robert Bevan Jones. A many sided portrait of
this extraordinary tree. A new publication from Windgather press. A
historical, archaeological and cultural flora of a single species; a tree
which provides a living botanical link between our own landscapes and those
of the distant past. Beautifully illustrated. Includes a gazetteer of the
locations in Britain – so it is possible to find and visit them.
ISBN 0-953-8630-4-2.
www.windgather.co.uk |
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Leaflets |
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New! The Woodland
Trust
Ancient Tree Guide No 4 What are
ancient, veteran and other
trees of special interest? |
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This guide is intended to help people recognise trees
that have special interest and to help justify why a
tree (or group of trees) stands out from others of the
same species. Sometimes it is important that their
specific qualities can be clearly recognised, so they
can be properly protected and managed.
The guide is intended for anyone who is interested in
the wonderful world of these remarkable trees. It is
for those involved in tree protection, specialists and
amateurs, writers, landscape historians and
archaeologists, recorders and owners, children and
adults; in fact anyone.
Further
details and
pdf
(653KB) |
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'Look before you leap into new rules for trees'
Risk and Regulation Advisory Counil
Press Release
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RRAC (Risk and Regulation Advisory
Concil) Chair calls for common sense to prevail in new proposals for Tree
Risk Management.
Rick Haythornthwaite, Chair of the independent Risk & Regulation Advisory
Council, charged by the Prime Minister with encouraging balanced and
sensible decisions about risk, today called for a “common sense break” in
discussions which could seriously affect the future maintenance and care of
trees right across the UK. “I am deeply concerned by the proposed
introduction of what could be a disproportionate, costly and unnecessarily
bureaucratic system for managing trees,” said Haythornthwaite.
Full article pdf (200KB) |
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'Woodland
Initiatives Update'
July2008 – Grants & Funding |
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The woodland initiatives network is
hosted by the Small Woods Association and supported
by the Forestry Commission, Natural England and a partnership of
initiatives.
angelapollard@smallwoods.org.uk
July2008 –
Grants & Funding pdf (79KB) |
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'Golf in
Historic Parks and Landscapes'
English Heritage |
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As the Government ’s adviser on the
historic environment, English Heritage advises local planning authorities on
development proposals affecting important historic parks and gardens,
buildings, archaeological sites and conservation areas. This English
Heritage position statement and guidance is intended as briefing for develo
pers, property owners, local planning authorities, and conservatiot
organisations on golf course proposals and related developments in
designated historic parks and other historic landscapes in England.
Download pdf on their website |
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'Protecting
our Orchards Heritage'
A good practice guide for managing orchard projects
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The purpose of the report is to
help current and future orchard projects, supporting practitioners and local
communities to enhance, protect and celebrate orchards. It gives practical
advice on setting up and running orchard projects; looks at creative ways to
engage local communities and the media; and explores how to make orchards
more financially viable through fundraising and selling orchard products. It
draws upon many successful examples of Leader+ and similar projects and the
advice and experience from orchard groups around the UK and elsewhere. This
guide aims to inspire orchard enthusiasts everywhere, to take practical
action to conserve our orchard heritage for the enjoyment of generations to
come)
Available as pdf/paper copy from Sustain |
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The Woodland
Trust Ancient Tree Guides No3
Trees and Development |
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This leaflet is for builders,
developers, architects,
arborists, landscape designers and contractors who are
involved in designing and constructing developments
that will affect ancient and veteran trees.
Download pdf (622KB) |
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Traditional
Orchards
Natural England
Draft Orchard Management Technical Information Notes Published |
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A series of Technical Information
Notes (TINs) on orchard management published by English Nature:-
Environmental Stewardship Guidance
pdf (457KB)
Traditional orchards: a summary
pdf (60 KB)
Site and tree selection
pdf
(221KB)
Planting and establishing fruit trees pdf
(305KB)
An introduction to pruning
pdf (309KB)
Formative pruning of young trees
pdf (204KB)
Maintenance pruning
pdf (280KB)
Restoration and management of
mature and neglected orchards
pdf (71KB)
Fruit tree health
pdf (47KB)
Orchards and wildlife
pdf (52KB)
Glossary
pdf (52KB)
This and the TINs should be available shortly to download for free from the
Natural England website
naturalengland.twoten.com/NaturalEnglandShop |
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New!
Leaflets from Ancient Tree Hunt
Mapping a Future for Ancient Trees |
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The Ancient
Tree Hunt is a five year project to
find and map all the fat old trees across the UK
This online interactive project is led by theWoodland Trust in partnership
with the Ancient Tree Forum and the Tree Register of the British Isles, and
is funded by the
Heritage Lottery Fund,the Esmπée Fairbairn Foundation
Ancient Tree Hunt
Introductory Leaflet pdf (1818KB)
Ancient Tree Hunt Measuring
Leaflet pdf (595KB)
Ancient Tree Hunt Q and A
Leaflet pdf (79KB)
Ancient Tree Hunt Walk Briefing
Leaflet pdf (585KB) |
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English
Nature
Veteran Trees Initiative
Specialist Survey Method
Handbook |
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English Nature launched the Veteran
Trees Initiative in March 1996 to promote the management and continuity of
England’s veteran tree heritage. A key element of the Veteran Trees
Initiative is to develop a comprehensive
and consistent method of survey as an agreed standard for the recording of
veteran trees. Handbook
pdf (612 KB) |
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Thames &
Chilterns
Parkland & Wood-Pasture Veteran Tree Survey Phase II
Treework Environmental Practice
On behalf of
English Nature |
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This
document reports on a survey of 131 sites in Berkshire,
Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire thought
to contain veteran trees. The sites were selected by means of an initial
desk study which, from a range
of sources, identified existing or potential wood-pasture and parkland
habitats likely to contain populations of veteran trees for subsequent field
work appraisal.
pdf (1724KB) Authors: Vikki Forbes BSc. (Hons).
Ben Rose BSc. (Hons) MSc. AIEEM.
Neville Fay MA. (Hons) FLS. MArborA. |
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'Veteran
Trees for the Future'
New Leaflet
Trees with a story to tell and experiences to share
Ashampstead and Burnt Hill Commons |
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The project is sponsored and
funded by the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and
covers Ashampstead and Burnt Hill Commons on the Yattendon Estates. It
is being carried out by volunteers working in their own localities and is
monitored and guided by the Friends of the Pang, Kennet and Lambourn
Valleys. Data will be added to both the AONB database and the Ancient Tree
Forum on-line database.
View
leaflet pdf (3MB) |
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Estimating
the Age of Large and Veteran Trees in Britain
By John White (1998)
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A methodology for trying to
estimate the age of a tree from its girth, based on the concept of
estimating the number of annual growth rings that a tree has produced. The
system is explained in a paper produced by John White (White,
J. (1998) Forest Information
Note 250) and can be downloaded from the Forestry Commission web site on
this
link |
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'Ancient
Trees Our Living Heritage'
the Woodland Trust Introduction to the ATF Leaflet |
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The Ancient Tree Forum and the
Woodland Trust work together to ensure our ancient trees are given national
and European recognition, managed sustainably and registered on a UK map.
Further details and
pdf
(332KB) |
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The Woodland
Trust Ancient Tree Guides No2:
Trees in Historic Parks and Landscape Gardens |
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A free leaflet issued by the
Ancient Tree Forum which includes guidance on ancestral trees, some common
management issues, and extending the life of the formal design.
Further details and
pdf
(792KB) |
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Guidance for landowners and farmers
on the funding available for woodlands and tree landscapes |
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A leaflet from Forestry Commission
England covering: Single Payment Scheme, England Woodland Grant Scheme and
Environmental Stewardship.
Download
pdf (183KB) |
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The following are available free
from English Nature's Enquiry Service although their may be a p+p charge:
English Nature
Northminster House
Peterborough
PE1 1UA
Telephone : Enquiry Service 01733 455101
http://www.english-nature.org.uk |
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| Veteran Trees: a guide to risk
and responsibility |
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A free leaflet for landowners and managers
explaining risk and responsibility in the management of veteran trees. |
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| Veteran Trees : a guide to
grants |
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A free leaflet providing a review of the
grants, available from a range of bodies, that are applicable to the
management of veteran trees.
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| Guide to the care of ancient
trees |
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A free leaflet giving a simple introduction to
veteran trees and their conservation. Particularly suitable for use by
conservation advisors to promote veteran tree conservation to landowners and
managers. |
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| Specialist Survey Method |
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A key element of the VTI was to develop a
comprehensive and consistent method of survey as a standard for the
recording of veteran trees. This spiral bound booklet contains easy to
follow instructions on surveying and enough cards to record up to 300
individual trees. |
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| Parklands - the way forward |
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English Nature Research reports No. 295
The proceedings of a symposium held in Hereford in May 1998. |
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| Veteran Trees Initiative :
Historical and Cultural aspects - A bibliography |
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English Nature Research Reports No. 318V
A short compilation of books and references on the historical and cultural
associations with veteran trees in England. |
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References and further reading |
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