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Orchard Farm, Somerset

A woodland haven for people and wildlife.

From:
Forestry Commission
Published
16 January 2023

Applies to England

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Orchard Farm, Somerset

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Orchard Farm, located in South East Somerset features a small woodland of approx. 2.7 ha of native trees and shrubs. The Boyers planted the woodland to enhance other conservation habitats already established in the area, and to create a suitable bird breeding and winter-feeding habitat. The woodland provides public access for the local community to enjoy, as well as producing a small amount of sustainable woodfuel for the farm’s biomass boiler.

Key facts

  • type of woodland: mixed, native broadleaf species
  • number of hectares planted: 2.7 hectares
  • species: Field maple, ash, pedunculate oak, alder, Crack willow, black poplar, Crab apple, Goat willow and a variety of shrub species
  • grant used: Woodland Creation Grant Scheme in 2009
Published 16 January 2023

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