Wales Summer Field Visit

Join our Wales Regional Group in South Wales for their Summer Field Visit kindly hosted by Natural Resources Wales.

In the 1920’s, the Forestry Commission planted their first trees in South Wales. The forest blocks in this area were once a strategic reserve of pit props in close proximity to the industrial heart of Wales. The 1922 Douglas fir trees are still standing but their surroundings have changed significantly. Challenging access, high recreational pressure, adjacent housing, antisocial behaviour, fires, mining infrastructure are all part and parcel of forest management in South Wales.

This event will visit some highly constrained and unique forest blocks where the team will share their challenges and successes, and will invite delegates to share their experience and knowledge from their own sites. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and catch up with colleagues – members and non members are welcome!

Please meet at Pentyrch Rugby Football Club at 09:00 for tea, coffee and sausage sandwiches followed by a short presentation before heading out to the site. Please note delegates will need to bring a packed lunch. We will need to maximise car sharing to make the site visit as efficient as possible.