New Forest Fencing

Introduction 1. Introduction considered appropriate amendments to the FDP’s before this final submission. A full record of issues raised through consultation with the FDP forum and through public consultation is The process of enclosing open land for timber production in the New Forest began in the early available to view at Queens House. 1700s, and subsequently became legalised by the New Forest Acts of 1877 and 1949. Today, the total New Forest Inclosure area extends to some 8,500 hectares. The Inclosures were initially established to provide a timber resource but the Forestry Commission now seeks a 3. Policy Guidelines change in emphasis so that these areas will provide a much wider range of benefits to society. The Management Plan for the Inclosures aims to achieve a sensitive integration of these The Government’s forestry policy document, “A Strategy for England’s Trees, Woods and benefits through consultation and co-operation with stakeholders. Forests” envisions woodlands providing bio-diversity to enhance the environment; public access and recreation; and local employment as well as support to industries using wood The New Forest Inclosures Forest Design Plans have been compiled within the context of the products. The Strategy encourages the building of working partnerships and public support so England Forestry Strategy and the South East England Regional Forestry Framework entitled that the quality of these benefits may be maximised through well-managed woodlands. “Seeing the Wood for the Trees”. These documents provide the broad policy framework within which local policy, The New Forest Strategy and the Ministers Mandate can be interpreted. Since the Inclosure FDP’s were originally approved in 2001, a regional Forestry Framework for South East England, The Minister’s Mandate for the New Forest (1999-2008) commits the Forestry Commission to entitled “Seeing the Wood for the Trees” has been developed produce a Management Plan for the New Forest Crown Lands. One component of the to identify regional priorities arising out of the England Management Plan is a Plan for the New Forest Inclosures. The Inclosures have been divided Forestry Strategy. The key objectives contained n the into 20 separate units with the management objectives of each presented as individual Forest framework are neatly summarised in the tree diagram Design Plans (FDP). The FDP units have been grouped into 4 phases to spread preparation opposite. and consultation. This document is the submission for formal approval of the third phase FDP’s, known as Phase C. It includes the following 5 FDP units and these are shown on the In considering detailed plans, the FDP Forum is guided location map: by national and regional forestry policies and national guidance governing the special environmental status of the Forest as well as the specific management objectives Godshill Inclosure set in the Minister’s Mandate. The overall aim of the Latchmore Brook Inclosures plans is to achieve an appropriate balance between Diagram from “Seeing the Wood for the Trees” (2004) Dockens Water Inclosures conservation, recreation and a working forest environment. Ironshill Walk Inclosures Kings Copse Inclosure The Minister’s Mandate emphasises that the Management Plan must be consistent with the needs of the Special Area of Conservation Management Plan and the Strategy for the New Forest prepared by the New Forest Committee. These plans represent the first five-year review of inclosure Forest Design Plans that were originally consulted upon and approved during 2001. The revised FDP’s have been prepared following review of the original plans by the FDP forum and FC staff and have incorporated The Minister’s Mandate sets the following priorities for management objectives of the Crown policy contained in “Keepers of Time”, A statement of policy for England’s ancient and native Lands: woodland. a) The principal objective of management will be conservation of the natural and cultural heritage 2. Consultation b) Secondly, to engage the community through greater public participation in decision The revised FDP’s have emerged from an extensive consultation exercise. Early draft revision making, promotion of rural development opportunities, provision of access and proposals were presented and discussed with a group of representatives from statutory recreation opportunities and increasing public awareness and understanding organisations and local groups with a particular interest in the New Forest. This group is known as the Forest Design Plan Forum and the members involved are listed in Appendix 1. c) Thirdly, to manage FC operations efficiently and generate appropriate levels of income Proposals agreed with the Forum were then presented for public consultation. A series of from timber and other uses of the Crown Lands consistent and compatible with the first public meetings and guided walks were used to explain the proposals, and opportunities were two objectives. taken to obtain both written and verbal feedback. This feedback was analysed and the Forum 1. To sustain and protect existing habitats of nature conservation interest by: The Minister’s Mandate also provides the more specific principles of management for the Inclosures: • Maintaining designated habitats in improving or favourable condition. • Restoring native broadleaf woodland where appropriate. • A significant proportion of woodlands in the Inclosures will be modified to restore • Developing a network of habitat links to reduce the vulnerability of fragmented sites. pasture woodlands, heathlands, valley mires and Ancient and Semi-Natural woodland • Increasing the length of edge habitat by ride edge and streamside enhancement and by where these are appropriate. A consequence of the modification will be that the developing a mosaic of woodland types and open space. present overall balance between broadleaves and conifers will be changed in favour • Providing a proportion of successional temporary open space suitable for key bird species. of broadleaves. The pace of this modification will depend on markets, availability of • Protecting veteran trees and retaining standing or fallen deadwood. resources and a desire to avoid unnecessary premature felling of existing growing trees, the removal of which will be necessary for restoration of habitats. 2. To develop woodlands that are more attractive and are sympathetic to their landscape context by: • No broadleaved woodland will be regenerated with conifers. • Increasing the diversity of age structure through phased felling and regeneration or • The regeneration of broadleaved areas will be managed with an emphasis on replanting shaped in a way that is consistent with the scale and topography of the landform. conservation of nature and amenity. For Oaks, Beech and Sweet Chestnut, stand • Encouraging natural regeneration of existing conifer species or broadleaves native to the rotations will be at least 200 years with cleared patches for regeneration thereafter site type where appropriate. not exceeding one acre. • Encouraging the transformation of pure conifer plantations to mixed conifer and broadleaf woodlands by accepting natural regeneration of native broadleaves. The Forestry Commission is committed to the sustainable management of its woodlands and • Retaining some areas beyond their usual felling age to become large, old trees. all FC woodlands are assessed against the UK Woodland Assurance Standard (UKWAS) by • Introducing a network of permanent and temporary open space that enhances the visual an independent auditor. As a result, Forestry Commission woodlands now carry the Forest diversity of the woodlands. Stewardship Council (FSC) stamp of approval. The New Forest Inclosure FDPs have been • Maintaining a continuous cover of woodlands where it forms a prominent and sympathetic developed to be compliant with the UK Woodland Assurance Standard (second edition). part of the landscape and especially where it screens urban features.

4. Strategic 100 year indicative strategy 3. To develop woodlands that provide opportunities for public enjoyment, aiming to divert pressure away from more sensitive habitats by: Before priorities for habitat restoration and management were prepared for individual FDPs, it was necessary to set a wider context of objectives across the whole New Forest. • Maintaining a network of accessible ride and track links. An indicative strategy map for 100 years was developed in full consultation with the FDP forum • Developing a variety of age/habitat types and open space, particularly along key access which allocated woodland blocks to broad preferences for habitat types of heathland, pasture routes. woodland or managed woodland (Indicative Strategy Map). This strategy guided proposals for • Providing information about alternative routes for public access when individual FDPs which were then shaped in detail by analysis of the current site and woodland inclosures are being worked. characteristics. Potential links with areas of existing ecological value and importance, both within and adjacent to the Inclosures, was also considered. 4. To provide a regular supply of quality timber to support local employment and local timber processing industries by: 5. Forest Design Plan Objectives for the New Forest Inclosures • Growing quality timber that is fit for purpose so far as this is consistent with FDP objectives The Forest Design Plan objectives have been developed with reference to national, regional 1,2 & 3 in stands where the long term management objectives will result in the sustained and local policy and in consultation with the Forest Design Plan Forum. A table entitled production of timber. meeting objectives is included as appendix 3. The table sets out the key methods of monitoring • Providing customers with long term forecasts of timber production to enable businesses to against each of the objectives. plan their timber requirements in line with the available supply. • Giving local companies the opportunity to purchase timber through open competitive sales each year whilst providing a number of medium and long term contracts that offer customers and contractors stability and continuity of supply. especially if they add to the amenity of the woodland or contribute to nature conservation 5. To protect all ancient monuments and any other features of cultural heritage by: objectives.

• Preparing and implementing an agreed management plan for all Scheduled Ancient 9. Generic Management Prescriptions Monuments. • Maintaining a record of all known non scheduled archaeological features and seeking A table containing generic management prescriptions has been developed in consultation with advice regarding their protection and enhancement prior to work when appropriate. the Forest Design Plan forum. This table outlines the broad generic prescriptions which will be applied to convert current woodland types to the main Design Concept categories. The table can be found at Appendix 1. 6. To achieve the Minister’s Mandate objectives through consultation with local communities and representatives of organisations involved with nature conservation, public recreation 10. Habitat Structure Charts and the timber industry by: Each plan is supported by charts showing estimates of how management proposals contained • Drawing together a forum of representatives to discuss and develop draft Forest Design within the Forest Design Plans may affect the habitat structure of the inclosures over time. Plan proposals. • Presenting draft Forest Design Plan proposals to local communities using techniques 11. Fencing/Grazing plan designed to aid understanding and maximise feedback from participants. • Maintaining a record of issues raised during consultation and of responses Plans showing current fencing/grazing structure (2007) and proposed fencing/grazing structure as draft Forest Design Plans are developed. at 20 years (2027) have been developed for the New Forest Inclosures in consultation with the Forest Design Plan forum.

6. Design Concept Plan The fencing/grazing plan has been developed to support the broad objectives of the 100 year strategy and detailed Forest Design Plans. The Design Concept Maps set out the long term vision for the woodlands and other habitats consistent with the objectives above. It also depicts other issues relevant to the plan such as the location of local conservation sites and archaeological features. It sets no fixed time-scales for how quickly the habitat transformations depicted in the plan may be achieved. The maps are annotated to describe issues on the site.

7. Felling and Habitat Restoration Plan

The Felling and Habitat Restoration Maps set out the timing and shape of individual felling areas that will either be replanted or restored to important non-woodland habitats. It also identifies areas not to be clearfelled, but managed using natural regeneration. Approval is sought for the first two phases of felling (Green areas 2007-2011 and Brown areas 2012-2016).

Tolerance thresholds for adjustments to felling coupe boundaries, timing of restocking, change of species, windblow clearance and changes to road lines will be as per those recorded in Forestry Commission Grants and Licences Memorandum 6 Appendix 3. (See Appendix 4)

8. Long Term Structure (20 years) Plan

The Long Term Structure map shows the proposed replanting pattern and woodland structure at the end of the plan period (20 Years) At this map scale (1:10000), it is difficult to show detail of small scale unplanted areas or retentions. A detailed restocking plan will be produced as part of an operational site assessment for each area nearer to the time of implementation. Some small groups or individual character trees may be retained at the time of felling,

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Phase C Forest Design Plan Units

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A 100 year indicative strategy for the New Forest Inclosures

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Heathland and open forest habitats M27 Managed woodland Natural or near natural woodland Pasture woodland and associated habitats A31 Key river and stream corridors through inclosures 5 A3 Ashurst Ancient and Ornamental woodland Open Forest Heathland Inclosure Boundary Crown Land

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Godshill Inclosure 12. Godshill Inclosure

12.1 Location

Godshill Inclosure lies in the north-west corner of the Forest just east of the River Avon, between the villages of Woodgreen and Godshill. The woodland is divided by the minor road which connects the two villages. The area of woodland south-west of the road lies on the hill top escarpment of Castle Hill. The area north-east of the road covers the hill above Millersford Bottom to the east and straddles a small valley running east to west. Godshill Inclosure covers 144 hectares.

12. 2 History and Woodland Characteristics

Godshill Inclosure was first enclosed in 1810 and no trace exists today of the small Godshill Wood that existed before the establishment of the Inclosure. The Inclosure was planted with Oak and Beech and remnants still exist around the fringes of the wood and on each side of the dividing road. Many of these areas were subsequently underplanted about 100 years later with other broadleaves, predominantly Sweet Chestnut and Beech. Some conifers, principally Scots Pine and Larch, were introduced into the broadleaf woods during the 1920s on the drier sandy loams along the eastern fringes. More extensive areas were cleared and planted with conifers in the 1950s and late 1960s on the higher ground in the core of the wood. The main species planted was Douglas Fir. Western Hemlock was introduced during the 1960s and one area was allocated to provenance trials of Western Hemlock and mix of other conifers. Some small areas of Corsican Pine have been planted in the mid 1970s. The woodland now consists of approximately equal areas of post war conifer plantations and older mixed broadleaf woodland.

12.3 Recreation

Godshill Inclosure is well used by the local communities of Woodgreen and Godshill. Dog walking and horse riding are the most common activities. Three FC car parks exist on the fringe of the woodland and provide the main access points for informal recreation. Many of the forest rides are well used by walkers. A waymarked cycle route runs through the woodland.

12.4 Archaeology

There are no scheduled monument sites within this Inclosure. There are a number of sites of interest noted by the Hampshire Field Club that will be subject to protection during forest operations. New Forest District NEW001 Design Concept Godshill Inclosure

Illustrates the main features and broad character of the forest in Inclosure regularly used by local walkers. the long term Encourage and enhance existing diversity. Create open space internally by road and ride edge management and some group felling of conifers. Legend

Managed broadleaf woodland. Actively managed as broadleaved woodland. Conifers removed gradually through thinning or felled at economic maturity. Some small groups may be retained adjacent to recreation routes or as raptor nesting sites. Thinning intensity of broadleaves increased where there are opportunities to enhance the development of ground flora and shrub layers. Woods will be sustained by natural regeneration where conditions permit. Managed mixed woodland. Mixed areas of broadleaf and conifer managed to increase diversity of species and age and to create more open space. The woodland will be sustained by natural Retain features of roadside avenue regeneration where conditions permit.

Riparian zones adjacent to natural watercourses. Early removal of conifers whilst retaining native broadleaves. Create a network of open space along riparian zone and accept some regeneration of native broadleaves. Restore valley mires where appropriate.

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Develop existing streamside habitats.

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Latchmore Brook & Dockens Water Inclosures 13. Latchmore Brook Inclosures Hasley Inclosure was first enclosed in 1846, when it was planted with Oak, Sweet Chestnut and some Larch and Pine. Today only remnants of the original planting remain around the eastern fringes of the woodland. Some of the Oak plantations on the top of the hill have been 13.1 Location extensively underplanted with Western Hemlock in the 1960s. During the same period, some areas were cleared and planted with Douglas Fir, Western Hemlock and Scots Pine. There are This FDP covers the Inclosures in the north-west of the Forest which straddle the catchment of areas of Scots Pine natural regeneration in the north-western corner. Some areas of Sweet the Latchmore Brook (Islands Thorns, Amberwood, Sloden, Alderhill) and two isolated Chestnut remain, and one small area has been sporadically worked as coppice. This is the Inclosures nearby, Pitts Wood and Hasley. Hasley Inclosure lies on Hasley Hill between the only area of Sweet Chestnut coppice in the New Forest. Hasley covers 37 hectares. open valleys of the Latchmore Brook and Dockens Water. Pitts Wood encloses the lower ground of Must Thorns Bottom and the north facing slopes to the south. The total area of Pitts Wood was first enclosed in 1800 from a small pasture woodland and open heathland. woodland is 531 hectares. Remnants of the pasture wood remain today at the eastern end of the Inclosure. The wetter valley was planted with Oak, and the drier slopes are now planted with Pine and Douglas Fir in the 1950s. The former open forest Scots Pine clump on Tickers Bury remains today and is 13.2 History and Woodland Characteristics visually prominent from the west. Pitts Wood covers 47 hectares.

Islands Thorns Inclosure encloses the upper catchment north of Fritham bridge to its head at Picket Corner. It was first enclosed in 1852 when the remnant pasture woods were cleared and 13.3 Recreation planted with Oak, some in mixture with Scots Pine. Today most of the Scots Pine has been removed and the Inclosure is now one of the largest even-aged Oak plantations in the Forest These Inclosures lie in a relatively quiet and remote part of the Forest. Car parks at Fritham, and indeed in Hampshire. Some areas were underplanted with Beech in the 1930s, and some Eyeworth and along the B3078 provide the main access points from the east, but these lie small areas planted with Douglas Fir in the 1950s. Some areas were cleared on the eastern some distance from the Inclosures and only a small proportion of walkers penetrate into this fringe in the 1960s and planted with Corsican Pine or Western Hemlock. Conifers now occupy area of the Forest. A larger number of walkers, cyclists and especially horse riders from the about 10% of the Inclosure. The eastern side of the Inclosure lies adjacent to the pasture western side of the Forest use the routes along Hampton Ridge to explore this area of the woods of Studley and Eyeworth. Islands Thorns covers 201 hectares. Forest. A waymarked cycle route linking Abbots Well with Fritham follows the gravel road network through Amberwood and Islands Thorns. The gravel road network in Hasley Inclosure Amberwood Inclosure straddles the Latchmore brook catchment below Fritham bridge. forms a circular route for walkers and horse riders coming from the Ogdens area. Amberwood is an earlier Inclosure first enclosed in 1815. Most of the original Oak plantation remains today. Only the lighter sandy soils on the upper slopes in the north-east corner are now covered with conifers (predominantly Douglas Fir, Scots and Corsican Pine). Amberwood 13.4 Archaeology covers 86 hectares. There are currently 22 scheduled ancient monument sites within this group of inclosures Alderhill Inclosure was first enclosed in 1864 as an addition to the established Amberwood indicating the location of Romano-British pottery kiln sites and covering the site of Studley Inclosure and lies on the south-east facing slopes of the Latchmore Brook valley, much of Castle, a royal hunting lodge dating from the 14th century AD.. Close liaison with English which was former heathland and mire. The area was planted with Oak and Scots Pine. About Heritage and the New Forest National Park archaeologist will continue to ensure protection of 50% of the original planting remains in the valley bottom (now predominantly Oak), but the the archaeological interest in this area during forest operations. remaining area has been cleared and replanted with Douglas Fir and Scots Pine in the 1950s. Most of the original mire and wetland areas have been extensively drained. Alderhill covers 38 hectares.

Sloden Inclosure was enclosed at the same time as Alderhill in 1864 and planted with Oak. It crossed and included some of the area of an older Inclosure dating from about 1700 which subsequently failed. The new Inclosure boundary left a narrow strip of old Oak plantation with relict old Yew and Holly outside the fence. This has been allowed to develop naturally. Most of the eastern end of the Inclosure is now planted with Douglas Fir and some Scots Pine in the 1950s. Sloden covers 122 hectares. 14. Dockens Water Inclosures 14.3 Recreation

These Inclosures are not extensively used by the public. Most of the users of the car parks on 14.1 Location Ocknell Plain and Janesmoor Plain do not venture far into the Inclosures. A waymarked cycle route also enters Broomy at Woodford Bottom and returns over Broomy Plain to the public These Inclosures lie immediately south of the Dockens Water stream in the north-west of the road. Forest. The area includes Broomy, Holly Hatch, and North and South Bentley Inclosures. Broomy and Holly Hatch occupy the north-west facing slopes of the valley below Ocknell Plain between Woodford Bottom and Cadnams Pool. North and South Bentley are two smaller 14.4 Archaeology Inclosures at the head of the valley just south of Fritham. South Bentley is generally on north- west facing slopes, North Bentley has a more westerley aspect. The total area covered by There are no scheduled monument sites within these inclosures. There are a number of sites these Inclosures is 198 hectares. of interest noted by the Hampshire Field Club that will be subject to protection during forest operations.

14.2 History and Woodland Characteristics

Holly Hatch was first enclosed in 1810 around former pasture woodland of which Anses Wood to the east is a remnant. Most of the area was planted with Oak and Beech but only small areas still remain from the original planting. Some areas were replanted with Beech following the First World War, but more extensive areas were cleared after the Second World War and replanted with conifers (predominantly Scots Pine, Corsican Pine and Douglas Fir). A further surge of felling and replanting with conifers (Douglas Fir, Western Hemlock, Japanese Larch and Western Red Cedar) occurred in the early 1960s. Holly Hatch covers 60 hectares.

Broomy was enclosed later in 1829 and planted with Oak. The original planting remains intact at the eastern end of the Inclosure, although this area is currently open to commoning stock. Much of the remainder of the Inclosure has been cleared and replanted with conifers or Beech. Most of the Beech was planted after the Second World War alongside some areas of Douglas Fir and Scots Pine. More extensive areas were cleared in the 1960s and replanted with Douglas Fir, Western Hemlock and other minor conifers. Broomy covers 92 hectares.

South Bentley is an unusual Inclosure because it was one of the earliest Inclosures (around 1700) derived from former pasture woodland that was never wholly felled. The area has been enclosed for 300 years and forms a valuable ecological comparison to old growth woodland that has been in continuous existence and grazed. Some small areas have been cleared in the 1960s and replaced with conifers. South Bentley covers 20 hectares.

North Bentley was enclosed about 100 years later. Some very small remnants of the former pasture woodland remain along the north-east boundary. One small block of Beech exists dating from the time of enclosure. Otherwise the remainder of the Inclosure is now planted with conifers (Douglas Fir, Norway Spruce, Scots and Corsican Pine) dating from the post Second World War period. North Bentley covers 26 hectares. New Forest District NEW003 and NEW005

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Illustrates the main features and broad character of the forest in the long term

.! Legend Managed broadleaf woodland. Actively managed as broadleaved woodland. Conifers removed gradually through thinning or felled .! .! at economic maturity. Some small groups may be retained adjacent to recreation routes or as raptor nesting sites. Thinning intensity of broadleaves increased where there are opportunities to enhance the development of ground flora and shrub layers. Woods will be sustained by natural regeneration where conditions permit. Managed mixed woodland. Mixed areas of broadleaf and conifer managed to increase diversity of species and age and to create more open space. The woodland will be sustained by natural regeneration where conditions permit. Development of Pasture Woodland. Conifers to be removed by .! thinning or by felling at or before economic maturity. Stock fences to be realigned to introduce grazing in accordance with fencing plan. Retain groups of old growth Scots Pine .! .! Gradual removal of conifer through thinning and group felling with aim of restoring to open forest habitats of heathland and lawn. .! Development of open forest habitats of wetlands, valley mires, lawns and grazed native broadleaf woodlands.

Gradual removal of conifers and allow area to Riparian zones adjacent to natural watercourses. Early removal of revert to heathland and pasture woodland. conifers whilst retaining native broadleaves. Create a network of open space along riparian zone and accept some regeneration .! of native broadleaves. Restore valley mires where appropriate. North Bentley to be gradually converted to Restore Western sector of Kings Garn to open fore .! .! native woodland in the long term. Realign inclosure boundary fence to Priors Acre Extend valley mires into Alderhill Inclosure Aim of plan is to develop mixed woodland . boundary releasing areas of pre-inclosure woodlan Inclosure boundary . . structure as initial stage of restoration. .! .! Scheduled Ancient Monument managed in accordance with approved .! plan .!

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Old growth broadleaf woodland to be managed to a detailed prescription which will be developed to be included as part of the operational site assessment at each visit.

Visually prominent inclosure edge. Thin to develop and maintain diversity of texture.

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Ironshill Walk Inclosures 15. Ironshill Walk Inclosures Dunces Arch is a Verderers Inclosure first enclosed in the early 1960s on former heathland. It is predominantly even-aged pine plantations with small remnants of the former woodlands that existed on the site prior to enclosure. Some older pre-enclosure Scots Pine also persist. The 15.1 Location woodland encloses the local sewerage works and early planting was sited to provide a visual screen. These Inclosures encompass the crown lands between Lyndhurst, Ashurst, Cadnam and Minstead. The area is bounded by the A31 in the north-west and the A35 to the south-east. It The Inclosures of Ironshill, Lodgehill, Costicles, Busketts and Busketts Lawn now form a includes the Inclosures of Shave Green, Brockishill, Furzey Lawn, Foldsgate, continuous woodland between the A35 in the south to Busketts Wood in the north. However, Northerwood, Dunces Arch, Lodgehill, Ironshill, Busketts, Costicles and Busketts Lawn. the dates of Inclosure show a more gradual progression of enclosed area. Ironshill is crown The Inclosures east of the A337 occupy the wide open valley of the Bartley Water. Shave freehold and derived from the surrounds of Ironshill Lodge that was used as a prison in Green occupies the gentle north-east facing slopes north of Clay Hill and between the A31 and Napoleonic times, but subsequently demolished. It was replanted at the same time as A337. Foldsgate is a small Inclosure just west of the A337 and north of Pikeshill. Northerwood Lodgehill in 1810. Both Inclosures are Oak and Beech. Since the First World War most of the is a small woodland surrounding Northerwood House just north-west of Lyndhurst. The total eastern end of Lodgehill has been converted to conifer plantations of Douglas Fir, Pine and area of these Inclosures is 470 hectares. Western Hemlock with surges of planting in the 1920s, late 1940s and 1960s. The other Inclosures were enclosed later in 1864 and encompassed the wide open valley of the Bartley Water. Today only small remnants of the original Oak and Beech planting remain. The 15.2 History and Woodland Characteristics remaining areas are predominantly Scots Pine, Douglas Fir and Oak dating from the 1940s and early 1950s. This area currently holds key populations of rare woodland butterflies. The Shave Green Inclosure was first enclosed in 1860 around a former pasture woodland. The recently restored Costicles pond is an important conservation site within the woodland. Large area was planted with Oak and substantial areas of this original planting remain. The area is specimen trees of Douglas Fir were planted in 1864 along the Bartley Water and form an surrounded by pasture woodland (Shave Wood to the south and east, Rockram Wood to the important amenity feature of the area. north-east). Some areas of Oak were underplanted with Beech in 1910. Some areas of Oak were cleared during the Second World War and now carry a mixture of Scots Pine and Oak. Further clearances were made in the 1960s and replanted with Pine and Douglas Fir. Avenues 15.3 Recreation of Douglas Fir were planted at the time of enclosure along the main ride network and these remain today as key amenity features. There is also a small former nursery site in the Inclosure The use of these inclosures by the public is relatively low, with the exception of the Busketts that was planted with a wide variety of conifers in 1954. Shave Green covers 99 hectares. area adjacent to Woodlands road. This is well used by local walkers and horse riders. The gateways off Woodlands Road are used informally for car parking. Waymarked cycle routes Furzey Lawn was first enclosed in 1820 around former heathland and exists today as a run through the Busketts complex of woods and a linking route also exists through Brockishill mixture of conifers dating from the 1920s, 1950s and 1980s. It is predominantly Scots and and Furzey Lawn. Corsican Pine and Douglas Fir. There is a small bog in the centre of the Inclosure.

Brockishill Inclosure was first enclosed in 1860 and planted with Oak and some Beech. Most 15.4 Archaeology of the Inclosure still remains broadleaf but with some younger areas of Beech and Oak planted in the 1930s. Some areas were cleared and replanted with Pine or Western Hemlock in the There are no scheduled monument sites within these inclosures. There are some sites of 1950s, mid 1960s and 1970. The upper reaches of the Bartley Water stream extend into the interest noted by the Hampshire Field Club that will be subject to protection during forest Inclosure. The area has developed as one of the more important sites for woodland butterflies. operations

Foldsgate Inclosure was first enclosed in 1868 around the site of a former pasture woodland. Although managed more recently through silvicultural thinning the site and not been enclosed for some time and retains some features of pasture woodland. It consists of Sweet Chestnut, Oak, Holly and Beech.

Northerwood Inclosure was first enclosed in 1860 around the woodland surrounding Northerwood House. Difficult access has limited management activity in the woodland and today it remains predominantly Oak and Beech dating from the time of enclosure. Ornamental planting of Rhododendron around the house has now spread extensively through the wood. New Forest District NEW010

Removal of Western Hemlock and natural regeneration at the earliest opportunity Design Concept Existing driftway Ironshill Walk Inclosures

Illustrates the main features and broad character of the forest in the long term

Long term development of pasture woodland. Early thinning to be carried out to develop a greater diversity of woodland structure Legend Managed broadleaf woodland. Actively managed as broadleaved woodland. Conifers removed gradually through thinning or felled at economic maturity. Some small groups may be retained adjacent to recreation routes or as raptor nesting sites. Thinning intensity of broadleaves increased where there are opportunities to enhance the development of ground flora and shrub layers. Woods will be sustained by natural regeneration where conditions permit. Develop streamside habitat by gradual removal of conifers to favour native broadleaves Managed mixed woodland. Mixed areas of broadleaf and conifer managed to increase diversity of species and age and to create more open space. The woodland will be sustained by natural regeneration where conditions permit.

Retain mature Douglas Fir Pre-Inclosure woodland. Conifers to be removed by felling at earliest avenues on main ride edges opportunity. Managed to maintain ancient and ornamental Management to aim at retaining trees long-term characteristics to encourage the development of old growth to link with similar woodland in the surroundings Development of Pasture Woodland. Conifers to be removed by thinning or by felling at or before economic maturity. Stock Former nursery: retain mixed species fences to be realigned to introduce grazing in accordance with fencing plan. Gradual removal of conifer through thinning and group felling with aim of restoring to open forest habitats of heathland and lawn. Wooded Heath .Gradual removal of conifer through thinning and group felling with aim of restoring to open forest habitats of heathland and lawn. Some groups and individual character trees retained Riparian zones adjacent to natural watercourses. Early removal of conifers whilst retaining native broadleaves. Create a network of open space along riparian zone and accept some regeneration of native broadleaves. Restore valley mires where appropriate. Existing driftway Remnants of Arboretum. Managed to retain diversity of species Develop streamside habitats by thinning Costicles Pond. Managed to maintain ecological condition by to favour native broadleaves seasonal grazing Inclosure boundary

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Pre-Inclosure woodland. Remove groups of conifers

Costicles pond: Seasonally depasture a restricted number of stock as a short / medium term solution to grazing issue Favour broadleaves. Retain scattered character specimen trees for landscape enhancement and / or raptor nesting sites Produced by: Planning Team, New Forest

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Remove existing Douglas Fir regeneration and maintain its control

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Kings Copse Inclosure 16. Kings Copse Inclosure

16.1 Location

Kings Copse Inclosure is situated in the far south-east of the Forest close to Blackwell Common. The woodland straddles the valley of the Dark Water that drains north to south. The Inclosure is bounded by privately owned woodland to the west and open heathland to the north and east. Kings Copse covers an area of 65 hectares.

16.2 History and Woodland Characteristics

The area was first enclosed in 1818 and remnants of the original Oak plantations exist along the valley bottom and western edge. The woodland today contains a mix of conifers (Douglas Fir, Scots Pine, Corsican Pine, Norway Spruce, Hybrid Larch) planted during the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. Some Oak was also planted and many areas are now a mix of planted conifer and naturally regenerated broadleaves (Oak and Birch). The woodland on the higher ground of the eastern flank suffered badly in the storms of 1987 and 1990 and this area has now been restocked with Corsican Pine.

16.3 Recreation

The woodland is well used by walkers coming in from Blackwell Common to the south where two car parks exist. A further car park is located at the northern tip of the woodland and attracts a moderate number of local visits from the nearby community of Holbury. A waymarked cycle route through Kings Copse links the Lepe Off-road cycle trail with the minor public road to the north.

16.4 Archaeology

There are no scheduled monument sites within this inclosure. There are a number of sites of interest noted by the Hampshire Field Club that will be subject to protection during forest operations .! New Forest District NEW019 Design Concept .! King's Copse Inclosure

Illustrates the main features and broad character of the forest in the long term

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Managed broadleaf woodland. Actively managed as broadleaved woodland. Conifers removed gradually through thinning or felled at economic maturity. Some small groups may be retained adjacent to recreation routes or as raptor nesting sites. Thinning intensity of broadleaves increased where there are opportunities to enhance the development of ground flora and shrub layers. Woods will be sustained by natural regeneration where conditions permit. Managed mixed woodland. Mixed areas of broadleaf and conifer managed to increase diversity of species and age and to create more open space. The woodland will be sustained by natural regeneration where conditions permit. Riparian zones adjacent to natural watercourses. Early removal of conifers whilst retaining native broadleaves. Create a network of open space along riparian zone and accept some regeneration of native broadleaves. Restore valley mires where appropriate. .! Scheduled Ancient Monument managed in accordance with approved .! plan

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Felling period - 2007-2011

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Summary Statistics and Approvals Summary Statistics of Habitat Types

3% 1% 4% 2006/07 Target 3% 1% 2006/07 Actual ALL NEW FOREST INCLOSURES 1% 1% 1% 6% 2006/7 Present 2% In 10 Years Time In 20 Years Time 1% Target Time 4% 33% Habitat Type Change Change 12% 36% Area Area Area Area from from (ha) (ha) (ha) (ha) 10% Present Present Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland 3086 2775 2591 - 184 2578 - 197

Predominantly Conifer Woodland 3412 3494 2074 - 1,420 1179 - 2,315 41% Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland 1046 863 1227 + 364 1486 + 623 40%

Pasture Woodland 115 360 958 + 598 972 + 612 4% 1% 10 Years Time Streamside Habitats 127 138 282 + 144 335 + 197 10%

1% 31% Wooded Heath 58 58 121 + 63 136 + 78 3%

Open Forest Habitats/Heathland 378 502 849 + 347 1026 + 524 11% Other Open Space 246 277 350 + 73 526 + 249

Valley mire and wetland 49 67 82 + 15 82 + 15

14% Near Natural Woodland 0 0 0 +0 214 +214 25%

Total Land Area * 8517 8534 8534 8534 1% 3% 20 Years Time 6%

NOTES: 30% 12% Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland - broadleaf species occupy at least 70% of the canopy Predominantly Conifer Woodland - conifer species occupy at least 70% of the canopy 2% Mixed Woodland - neither broadleaved or conifer species occupy more than 70% of the canopy 4% Pasture Woodland - existing areas or those managed for long term development to Pasture Woodland

Streamside Habitats - streamside habitats of a mosaic of broadleaf woodland and open space 11%

Open Forest Habitats/Heathland - existing or restoring heathland, mire or carr 14% Wooded Heath - Heathland with scattered groups and individual character trees 17% Other Open Space - areas of permanent open space (ride edge treatment, wayleaves, fields, car parks,etc) Valley Mire and Wetland - areas of existing valley mire or restoring mire after woodland clearance Near Natural Woodland - initial restructuring of woodland completed, natural processes prevailing Predominantly Broadleaved Woodland Pasture Woodland

Predominantly Conifer Woodland Open Forest Habitats/Heathland

2006/07 Target = 5 year statistics from Forest Design Plans approved in 2001 Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland Wooded Heath

Current Data - Derived from Sub Compartment Database Streamside Habitats Other Open Space

10 and 20 Year Forecast Data - Estimated from Forest Design Plan and Sub Compartment Database Near Natural Woodland Valley mire and wetland

* Increase in total area is due to additional inclusion of Ladycross Inclosure (Phase B) Summary Statistics of Habitat Types <1% 3% 1% 2007 Target 2% 3% 2007 Actual 6% 13% ALL PHASE C 9%

2007 Present In 10 Years Time In 20 Years Time Target Time 46% Habitat Type Change Change Area Area Area Area 52% from from (ha) (ha) (ha) (ha) Present Present 31% 34% Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland 726 657 575 - 82 598 - 59

Predominantly Conifer Woodland 443 477 177 - 300 36 - 441

Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland 177 126 247 + 121 310 + 184 4% 10 Years Time 5% 1% Pasture Woodland 37 79 204 + 125 204 + 125 4%

Streamside Habitats 0 0 60 + 60 68 + 68 41% 14% Wooded Heath 0 0 16 + 16 17 + 17

Open Forest Habitats/Heathland 4 31 68 + 37 75 + 44

Other Open Space 20 37 60 + 23 99 + 62

18% Total Land Area 1407 1407 1407 1407 13%

20 Years Time 7% NOTES: 5% 1% Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland - broadleaf species occupy at least 70% of the canopy 5% Predominantly Conifer Woodland - conifer species occupy at least 70% of the canopy 43% Mixed Woodland - neither broadleaved or conifer species occupy more than 70% of the canopy 14% Pasture Woodland - existing areas or those managed for long term development to Pasture Woodland Streamside Habitats - streamside habitats of a mosaic of broadleaf woodland and open space Open Forest Habitats/Heathland - existing or restoring heathland, mire or carr Wooded Heath - Heathland with scattered groups and individual character trees

3% Other Open Space - areas of permanent open space (ride edge treatment, wayleaves, fields, car parks,etc) 22%

Predominantly Broadleaved Woodland Pasture Woodland

Predominantly Conifer Woodland Heathland

2007 Target = 5 year statistics from Forest Design Plans approved in 2001 Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland Open Forest Habitats/Heathland

Current Data - Derived from Sub Compartment Database Streamside Habitats Other Open Space 10 and 20 Year Forecast Data - Estimated from Forest Design Plan and Sub Compartment Database Summary Statistics of Habitat Types 4% 2007 Target 5% 2007 Actual 7% 10% GODSHILL INCLOSURE NEW 001

2007 Present In 10 Years Time In 20 Years Time Target Time 35% Habitat Type Change Change 35% Area Area Area Area 51% from from 53% (ha) (ha) (ha) (ha) Present Present Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland 74 76 76 + 0 76 + 0

Predominantly Conifer Woodland 50 51 28 - 23 10 - 41

Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland 14 10 31 + 21 45 + 35 5% 1% 10 Years Time

Streamside Habitats 0 0 7 + 7 8 + 8

22% Other Open Space 6 7 2 - 5 5 - 2

Total Land Area 144 144 144 144 53%

NOTES:

19% Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland - broadleaf species occupy at least 70% of the canopy Predominantly Conifer Woodland - conifer species occupy at least 70% of the canopy Mixed Woodland - neither broadleaved or conifer species occupy more than 70% of the canopy 3% 20 Years Time 6% Streamside Habitats - streamside habitats of a mosaic of broadleaf woodland and open space Other Open Space - areas of permanent open space (ride edge treatment, wayleaves, fields, car parks,etc)

31% 53%

Predominantly Broadleaved Woodland Other Open Space

Predominantly Conifer Woodland

2007 Target = 5 year statistics from Forest Design Plans approved in 2001 Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland

Current Data - Derived from Sub Compartment Database Streamside Habitats 10 and 20 Year Forecast Data - Estimated from Forest Design Plan and Sub Compartment Database FOREST ENTERPRISE Application for Forest Design Plan Approvals Plan Name: Godshill Inclosure

FE Plan Reference Number: NEW 001 Forest District: New Forest District

Woodland / Property Name: Godshill Inclosure Date of Commencement of Plan: 1st October 2007 FE Reference Number: NEW 001 (Phase C) Approval Period: 1st October 2007 to 30th September 2017 Nearest town or village: Woodgreen

OS Grid Reference: SU 175 167 (Centre of Site) Summary of Activity within Approval Period: Local Authority: New Forest District Council

All areas in hectares I apply for Forest Design Plan approval for the property described above and in the enclosed Forest Activity Conifers Broadleaves Other Heathland Total Design Plan. Open Space or Mire Area Felling 7.4 7.4 I confirm that the pre consultation, carried out and documented in the Consultation Record held at New Forest District office, incorporated those stakeholders which the FC agreed must be included. Restocking 7.4 7.4 Where it has not been possible to resolve specific issues associated with the plan to the specific satisfaction of consultees, this is highlighted in the consultation record. Other Habitat Restoration I confirm that the proposals contained in this plan comply with the UK Forestry Standard. I undertake to obtain any permissions necessary for the implementation of the approved Plan.

Total Plan Area: 143 Ha

Signed:

Michael Seddon, Deputy Surveyor, New Forest

Date: 1st September 2007

Approved: ...... Conservator

Conservancy: ......

Date: ...... Summary Statistics of Habitat Types 1% 1% 7% 2007 Target 4% 2007 Actual 6% 7% LATCHMORE BROOK INCLOSURES NEW 003 7%

2007 Present 6% In 10 Years Time In 20 Years Time Target Time Habitat Type Change Change Area Area Area Area from from 54% (ha) (ha) (ha) (ha) 25% Present Present 59%

Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland 313 289 192 - 97 198 - 91 23%

Predominantly Conifer Woodland 135 125 20 - 105 0 - 125

Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland 36 30 60 + 30 60 + 30 5% 10 Years Time

12% Pasture Woodland 37 37 131 + 94 131 + 94

Streamside Habitats 0 0 28 + 28 28 + 28 3% 35%

5% Wooded Heath 0 0 14 + 14 14 + 14

Open Forest Habitats/Heathland 4 31 63 + 32 67 + 36

Other Open Space 7 20 24 + 4 34 + 14 25% 4% Total Land Area 532 532 532 532 11%

20 Years Time NOTES: 6%

13% Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland - broadleaf species occupy at least 70% of the canopy 37% Predominantly Conifer Woodland - conifer species occupy at least 70% of the canopy 3% Mixed Woodland - neither broadleaved or conifer species occupy more than 70% of the canopy 5% Pasture Woodland - existing areas or those managed for long term development to Pasture Woodland Streamside Habitats - streamside habitats of a mosaic of broadleaf woodland and open space Open Forest Habitats/Heathland - existing or restoring heathland, mire or carr

Wooded Heath - Heathland with scattered groups and individual character trees 25% 11% Other Open Space - areas of permanent open space (ride edge treatment, wayleaves, fields, car parks,etc)

Predominantly Broadleaved Woodland Pasture Woodland

Predominantly Conifer Woodland Heathland

2007 Target = 5 year statistics from Forest Design Plans approved in 2001 Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland Open Forest Habitats/Heathland

Current Data - Derived from Sub Compartment Database Streamside Habitats Other Open Space 10 and 20 Year Forecast Data - Estimated from Forest Design Plan and Sub Compartment Database Plan Name: Latchmore Brook Inclosures FOREST ENTERPRISE Application for Forest Design Plan Approvals

FE Plan Reference Number: NEW 003

Forest District: New Forest District

Date of Commencement of Plan: 1st October 2007 Woodland / Property Name: Latchmore Brook Inclosures

Approval Period: 1st October 2007 to 30th September 2017 FE Reference Number: NEW 003 (Phase C)

Nearest town or village: Fritham

Summary of Activity within Approval Period: OS Grid Reference: SU 214 145, SU194 145 and SU 194 120 (Centre of Site)

Local Authority: New Forest District Council All areas in hectares

Activity Conifers Broadleaves Other Heathland Total I apply for Forest Design Plan approval for the property described above and in the enclosed Forest Open Space or Mire Area Design Plan. Felling 12.6 12.6 I confirm that the pre consultation, carried out and documented in the Consultation Record held at Restocking 11.7 11.7 New Forest District office, incorporated those stakeholders which the FC agreed must be included. (4.0 ha on Where it has not been possible to resolve specific issues associated with the plan to the specific existing felled satisfaction of consultees, this is highlighted in the consultation record. sites) Other Habitat 0.8 4.1 4.9 I confirm that the proposals contained in this plan comply with the UK Forestry Standard. Restoration I undertake to obtain any permissions necessary for the implementation of the approved Plan.

Total Plan Area: 531 Ha

Signed:

Michael Seddon, Deputy Surveyor, New Forest

Date: 1st September 2007

Approved: ...... Conservator

Conservancy: ......

Date: ...... Summary Statistics of Habitat Types 4% 2% 2007 Target 1% 2007 Actual 17% DOCKENS WATER INCLOSURE NEW 005 28%

2007 Present 3% In 10 Years Time In 20 Years Time Target Time 46% Habitat Type Change Change Area Area Area Area from from (ha) (ha) (ha) (ha) Present Present 48% Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland 91 55 63 + 8 60 + 5 51% Predominantly Conifer Woodland 98 103 62 - 41 5 - 98

Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland 7 5 33 + 28 89 + 84 2% 2% 10 Years Time

Pasture Woodland 0 34 34 +0 34 +0 17% 31% Streamside Habitats 0 0 3 + 3 3 + 3

Other Open Space 3 2 4 + 2 8 + 6

Total Land Area 199 199 199 199 17%

NOTES: 31%

Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland - broadleaf species occupy at least 70% of the canopy 20 Years Time Predominantly Conifer Woodland - conifer species occupy at least 70% of the canopy 2% 4% Mixed Woodland - neither broadleaved or conifer species occupy more than 70% of the canopy 17% 30% Pasture Woodland - existing areas or those managed for long term development to Pasture Woodland Streamside Habitats - streamside habitats of a mosaic of broadleaf woodland and open space Other Open Space - areas of permanent open space (ride edge treatment, wayleaves, fields, car parks,etc)

44%

Predominantly Broadleaved Woodland Pasture Woodland

Predominantly Conifer Woodland Other Open Space

2007 Target = 5 year statistics from Forest Design Plans approved in 2001 Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland

FE Plan Reference Number: NEW 005 Forest District: New Forest District

Woodland / Property Name: Dockens Water Inclosures Date of Commencement of Plan: 1st October 2007 FE Reference Number: NEW 005 (Phase C) Approval Period: 1st October 2007 to 30th September 2017 Nearest town or village: Fritham

OS Grid Reference: SU 213 117, SU234 129 and SU 239 133 (Centre of Site) Summary of Activity within Approval Period: Local Authority: New Forest District Council

All areas in hectares I apply for Forest Design Plan approval for the property described above and in the enclosed Forest Activity Conifers Broadleaves Other Heathland Total Design Plan. Open Space or Mire Area Felling 14.3 14.3 I confirm that the pre consultation, carried out and documented in the Consultation Record held at New Forest District office, incorporated those stakeholders which the FC agreed must be included. Restocking 6.4 7.9 14.3 Where it has not been possible to resolve specific issues associated with the plan to the specific satisfaction of consultees, this is highlighted in the consultation record. Other Habitat Restoration I confirm that the proposals contained in this plan comply with the UK Forestry Standard. I undertake to obtain any permissions necessary for the implementation of the approved Plan.

Total Plan Area: 198 Ha

Signed:

Michael Seddon, Deputy Surveyor, New Forest

Date: 1st September 2007

Approved: ...... Conservator

Conservancy: ......

Date: ...... Summary Statistics of Habitat Types <1% 2007 Target 2% 1% 2007 Actual 14% 22% IRONSHILL WALK INCLOSURES NEW 010

2007 Present In 10 Years Time In 20 Years Time Target Time 47% Habitat Type Change Change 50% Area Area Area Area from from (ha) (ha) (ha) (ha) 36% Present Present 28% Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland 229 218 211 - 7 227 + 9

Predominantly Conifer Woodland 132 169 60 - 109 16 - 153

6% Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland 104 66 103 + 37 99 + 33 <1% 1% 10 Years Time 4% Pasture Woodland 0 8 39 + 31 39 + 31 8% Streamside Habitats 0 0 19 + 19 26 + 26

46% Wooded Heath 0 0 2 + 2 3 + 3

Open Forest Habitats/Heathland 0 0 5 + 5 8 + 8 22% Other Open Space 2 6 28 + 22 49 + 43

Total Land Area 467 467 467 467 13%

20 Years Time 10% NOTES: 2% 1% Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland - broadleaf species occupy at least 70% of the canopy 6% Predominantly Conifer Woodland - conifer species occupy at least 70% of the canopy Mixed Woodland - neither broadleaved or conifer species occupy more than 70% of the canopy 8% 49% Pasture Woodland - existing areas or those managed for long term development to Pasture Woodland Streamside Habitats - streamside habitats of a mosaic of broadleaf woodland and open space Open Forest Habitats/Heathland - existing or restoring heathland, mire or carr Wooded Heath - Heathland with scattered groups and individual character trees 21%

Other Open Space - areas of permanent open space (ride edge treatment, wayleaves, fields, car parks,etc) 3%

Predominantly Broadleaved Woodland Pasture Woodland

Predominantly Conifer Woodland Heathland

2007 Target = 5 year statistics from Forest Design Plans approved in 2001 Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland Open Forest Habitats/Heathland

Current Data - Derived from Sub Compartment Database Streamside Habitats Other Open Space 10 and 20 Year Forecast Data - Estimated from Forest Design Plan and Sub Compartment Database FOREST ENTERPRISE Application for Forest Design Plan Approvals Plan Name: Ironshill Walk Inclosures

FE Plan Reference Number: NEW 010 Forest District: New Forest District

Woodland / Property Name: Ironshill Walk Inclosures Date of Commencement of Plan: 1st October 2007 FE Reference Number: NEW 010 (Phase C) Approval Period: 1st October 2007 to 30th September 2017 Nearest town or village: Ashurst

OS Grid Reference: SU 285 125, SU 300 110 and SU 321 105 (Centre of Site) Summary of Activity within Approval Period: Local Authority: New Forest District Council

All areas in hectares I apply for Forest Design Plan approval for the property described above and in the enclosed Forest Activity Conifers Broadleaves Other Heathland Total Design Plan. Open Space or Mire Area Felling 41.7 41.7 I confirm that the pre consultation, carried out and documented in the Consultation Record held at New Forest District office, incorporated those stakeholders which the FC agreed must be included. Restocking 29.1 29.1 Where it has not been possible to resolve specific issues associated with the plan to the specific satisfaction of consultees, this is highlighted in the consultation record. Other Habitat 1.0 11.6 12.6 Restoration I confirm that the proposals contained in this plan comply with the UK Forestry Standard. I undertake to obtain any permissions necessary for the implementation of the approved Plan.

Total Plan Area: 470 Ha

Signed:

Michael Seddon, Deputy Surveyor, New Forest

Date: 1st September 2007

Approved: ...... Conservator

Conservancy: ......

Date: ...... Summary Statistics of Habitat Types 3% 2007 Target 3% 2007 Actual

KINGS COPSE INCLOSURE NEW 019 29% 23% 29% 25% 2007 Present In 10 Years Time In 20 Years Time Target Time Habitat Type Change Change Area Area Area Area from from (ha) (ha) (ha) (ha) Present Present Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland 19 19 33 + 14 37 + 18

Predominantly Conifer Woodland 28 29 7 - 22 5 - 24 43% 45%

Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland 16 15 20 + 5 17 + 2 10 Years Time 3% 5% Streamside Habitats 0 0 3 + 3 3 + 3

Other Open Space 2 2 2 + 0 3 + 1

Total Land Area 65 65 65 65 31% 50%

NOTES:

Predominantly Broadleaf Woodland - broadleaf species occupy at least 70% of the canopy 11% Predominantly Conifer Woodland - conifer species occupy at least 70% of the canopy

Mixed Woodland - neither broadleaved or conifer species occupy more than 70% of the canopy 5% 20 Years Time 5% Streamside Habitats - streamside habitats of a mosaic of broadleaf woodland and open space Other Open Space - areas of permanent open space (ride edge treatment, wayleaves, fields, car parks,etc)

26%

56%

Predominantly Broadleaved Woodland Other Open Space

Predominantly Conifer Woodland

2007 Target = 5 year statistics from Forest Design Plans approved in 2001 Mixed Broadleaved / Conifer Woodland

Current Data - Derived from Sub Compartment Database Streamside Habitats 10 and 20 Year Forecast Data - Estimated from Forest Design Plan and Sub Compartment Database Plan Name: Kings Copse Inclosure FOREST ENTERPRISE Application for Forest Design Plan Approvals FE Plan Reference Number: NEW 019

Forest District: New Forest District Date of Commencement of Plan: 1st October 2007 Woodland / Property Name: Kings Copse Inclosure Approval Period: 1st October 2007 to 30th September 2017 FE Reference Number: NEW 019 (Phase C)

Nearest town or village: Holbury Summary of Activity within Approval Period: OS Grid Reference: SU 426 020 (Centre of Site)

All areas in hectares Local Authority: New Forest District Council

Activity Conifers Broadleaves Other Heathland Total Open Space or Mire Area I apply for Forest Design Plan approval for the property described above and in the enclosed Forest Felling 7.6 7.6 Design Plan.

Restocking 10.1 10.1 I confirm that the pre consultation, carried out and documented in the Consultation Record held at (2.5ha on New Forest District office, incorporated those stakeholders which the FC agreed must be included. existing felled Where it has not been possible to resolve specific issues associated with the plan to the specific site) satisfaction of consultees, this is highlighted in the consultation record.

Other Habitat I confirm that the proposals contained in this plan comply with the UK Forestry Standard. Restoration I undertake to obtain any permissions necessary for the implementation of the approved Plan.

Total Plan Area: 65 Ha

Signed:

Michael Seddon, Deputy Surveyor, New Forest

Date: 1st September 2007

Approved: ...... Conservator

Conservancy: ......

Date: ......

Appendices GENERIC MANAGEMENT PRESCRIPTIONS TO CONVERT CURRENT WOODLAND TYPE TO DESIGN CONCEPT VISION Appendix 1

Current Category of Inclosure Woodlands Reasserting semi-natural and broadleaf Existing semi-natural and broadleaf woodland woodland and plantation with 20 - 50% site Plantation with less than 20% site native trees native trees

Design Concept Categories (50 Year Vision) Single Species Broadleaf Dominated Mixed Broadleaf and Conifer Dominated Single Species Conifer Mixed Broadleaf Sites Mixed Conifer Sites and Forest Design Plan Map Text Broadleaf Sites Sites with Conifers Conifer Sites Sites with Broadleafs Sites Illustrates the main features broad character of the forest in the long term

Clearfell or phased removal by thinning of most Pasture Woodland Minimal intervention unless intervention required Remove most conifer and allow some natural regeneration to improve conifer and allow site to develop naturally. Some Areas where conifers will be gradually removed and existing broadleaves to restructure even aged woodland. Realign structural diversity before realigning fences and introducing grazing at planting of native species may be undertaken. developed to create a mosaic of woodland and open space. Fencelines will be realigned to enable grazing fences at appropriate time to introduce grazing. appropriate time. Realign fences at appropriate time to introduce grazing.

Near Natural Woodland Some initial thinning or group felling of Phased removal of most conifer by thinning or felling. Some planting of scarce native broadleaf species then minimal Areas where woodland will be allowed to evolve naturally with minimum broadleaves to create more diverse structure intervention. Intervention in some areas may be required for some years to intervention. gradually remove conifers and other exotics then minimal intervention.

Priority areas for phased removal by thinning of Managed Woodland which is Predominantly Broadleaf To be managed by thinning or selective small Undertake phased thinning of conifers including some small scale group most conifers. Manage to favour native To be managed to develop native broadleaf regeneration, to plant native group felling to promote natural regeneration of fellings to promote gradual colonisation of native broadleaf woodland. broadleaves where natural regeneration is not feasible and to gradually broadleaves and to encourage native broadleaf native broadleaves. Some areas may be felled and replanted with native broadleaves. convert conifer stands to native broadleaf through thinning regeneration.

Manage for continuous Managed Mixed Woodland Likely to remain predominantly broadleaf but some conifer accepted for cover of mixed Manage to establish mixed woodland structure by gradual thinning and Areas of broadleaf and conifer managed to increase diversity of species and diversity. Managed for continuous cover by phased thinning or selective woodland by phased selective small group felling to develop and increase broadleaf component age. Thinning will aim to develop ground flora and shrub layers. To be sustained by natural regeneration where conditions permit small group felling. thinning or selective through natural regeneration. Some areas may be felled and replanted. small group felling.

Managed Woodland which is Predominantly Coniferous Maintain existing species balance. Manage by Native broadleaves will be retained where practical and native natural Manage to encourage natural regeneration if regeneration will be accepted. These areas will be managed to create more Not an acceptable option. natural regeneration if conditions permit or fell conditions permit or fell and replant with conifers. open space and greater diversity of age and species. To be sustained by and replant. planting or natural regeneration

Riparian Zones Retain native broadleaves and encourage natural regeneration. Thin and group fell to create and Phased removal of most conifers from riparian zone. Adjacent to natural watercourse. Conifers to be removed whilst retaining maintain open space and a diverse streamside habitat. Gradual removal of most conifers through native broadleaves. Create open space and accept natural regeneration of Retain native broadleaves and encourage natural regeneration. native broadleaves phased thinning.

Heathland / Wooded Heath Phased felling of conifers or mixed woodland designed to be sympathetic with landscape design Areas of wooded heath - predomonantly heathland with a very low density of Not an acceptable option principles followed by restoration to heathland. Where Wooded Heath is prescribed some groups scattered pine and birch of varying ages and sizes. Some small groups and individual character trees will be retained to enhance the landscape. and individual character trees will be retained.

MAY 2006 New Forest Inclosures Forest Design Plan Forum Members Appendix 2

Mr Jonathan Spencer (Chair) Mr Stephen Trotter Mr John Thackray Mr Simon Smith Forestry Commission New Forest National Park Authority Chairman, Ramblers (New Forest Group) Forestry Commission 340, Bristol Business Park South Efford House, Milford Road 4, Elm Avenue The Queen's House Coldharbour Lane Everton, Lymington Christchurch Lyndhurst Bristol Hampshire Dorset Hampshire BS16 1EJ SO41 OJD BH23 2HJ SO43 7NH

Mr Michael Seddon Mrs Alison James Mr John Smith Mr Simon Weymouth Forestry Commission English Heritage Environment Agency Forestry Commission The Queen's House 2, Broadsole Cottages Colverdene Court The Queen's House Lyndhurst East Ashling, Chichester Colden Common Lyndhurst Hampshire West Sussex Hampshire Hampshire SO43 7NH PO18 9AR SO21 1WP SO43 7NH

Mr Graham Bryant Mr Jonathan Gerrelli Mr Phil Marshall Mr Mike Abraham Natural England Agister The National Trust Forestry Commission 1, Southampton Road Broadley Farm Mottisfont Abbey The Queen's House Lyndhurst Wooton Mottisfont, Romsey Lyndhurst Hampshire New Milton Hampshire Hampshire SO43 7BU Hampshire SO51 OLP SO43 7NH BH25 5SL Mrs Diana Westerhoff Mrs Ruth Crocker Mr John Gulliver Natural England Mr Anthony Pasmore Ramblers Association Forestry Commission 1, Southampton Road Verderer 33, Burgate Fields The Queen's House Lyndhurst Hatchet Gate Farm Fordingbridge Lyndhurst Hampshire Hale, Fordingbridge Hampshire Hampshire SO43 7BU Hampshire SP6 1LR SO43 7NH SP06 2ND Mr Patrick Stephens Mr Richard Stride Mr Andy Page South East England Conservancy Mr Peter Frost Forestry Commission Forestry Commission Alice Holt New Forest Association The Queen's House The Queen's House Wrecclesham, Farnham “Hazeldene” 235, Woodlands Road Lyndhurst Lyndhurst Surrey Southampton Hampshire Hampshire GU10 1SH Hampshire SO43 7NH SO43 7NH SO40 7GJ Mr Alan Adams Mr Kevin Penfold Mr Richard Burke New Forest Contractor Mr John Durnell Forestry Commission Forestry Commission 1, Stable Cottage Hampshire Wildlife Trust The Queen's House The Queen's House Ossembsley, Beechcroft House, Vicarage Lane Lyndhurst Lyndhurst Nr Christchurch, Hampshire Curdrige Hampshire Hampshire BH23 7EE Hampshire SO43 7NH SO43 7NH SO32 2DP Mr Bryan Boult Mr Bruce Rothnie Dr Michael Ndeze Hampshire County Council Miss Carrie Temple Forestry Commission Forestry Commission Environment Group R.S.P.B. South-East England Office The Queen's House The Queen's House The Castle 2nd Floor Frederick House Lyndhurst Lyndhurst Winchester, Hampshire 42, Frederick Place, Brighton Hampshire Hampshire SO23 8UJ East Sussex SO43 7NH SO43 7NH BN01 4EA Mr Neil Williamson Mr Harry Oram Ms Lisa Macher New Forest District Council Mr Neil Sanderson Forestry Commission Forestry Commission Appletree Court Ecologist The Queen's House The Queen's House Lyndhurst 3, Green Close Lyndhurst Lyndhurst Hampshire Woodlands Hampshire Hampshire SO43 7PA Southampton. Hampshire. SO43 7NH SO43 7NH SO4O 7HU Appendix 3 Meeting Objectives

Forest Design Plan Objective Description Methods of Monitoring

1. To sustain and protect existing habitats of nature conservation interest • Maintaining designated habitats in improving or favourable condition. Condition assessment carried out by Natural England.

• Restoring native broadleaf woodland where appropriate. Annually through analysis Sub Compartment Database by FC England Bio- diversity Officer. • Developing a network of habitat links to reduce the vulnerability of fragmented sites. Annual Operational Site Assessment monitoring & UKWAS monitoring

• Increasing the length of edge habitat by ride edge and streamside enhancement and by developing a mosaic of woodland types and open space. Analysis of GIS / SubCompartment Database to assess structure of open Providing a proportion of successional temporary open space suitable for key bird space. species. • Protecting veteran trees and retaining standing or fallen deadwood. Annual Operational Site Assessment monitoring & UKWAS monitoring

2. To develop woodlands that are more attractive and are sympathetic to • Increasing the diversity of age structure through phased felling and regeneration or their landscape context replanting shaped in a way that is consistent with the scale and topography of the Analysis of GIS/Sub Compartment Database. landform.

• Encouraging natural regeneration of existing conifer species or broadleaves native to Natural regeneration GIS extension to record actions and site response. the site type where appropriate. • Encouraging the transformation of pure conifer plantations to mixed conifer and Comparison of GIS/SCDB with habitat structure forecast charts at FDP broadleaf woodlands by accepting natural regeneration of native broadleaves. review. • Retaining some areas beyond their usual felling age to become large, old trees. • Introducing a network of permanent and temporary open space that enhances the Annual Operational Site Assessment monitoring. visual diversity of the woodlands. • Maintaining a continuous cover of woodlands where it forms a prominent and Natural regeneration GIS extension to record actions and site response. sympathetic part of the landscape and especially where it screens urban features. 3. To develop woodlands that provide opportunities for public enjoyment, aiming to divert pressure away from more sensitive habitats • Maintaining a network of accessible ride and track links. Feedback from Local Access Forum meetings. • Developing a variety of age/habitat types and open space, particularly along Annual Operational Site Assessment monitoring. key access routes. • Providing information about alternative routes for public access when Operational Site Assessment (Recreation Section). inclosures are being worked.

4. To provide a regular supply of quality timber to support local employment and local timber processing industries • Growing quality timber that is fit for purpose so far as this is consistent with FDP objectives 1,2 & 3 in stands where the long term management objectives will result Annual pre-thinning survey. Thinning control. UKWAS monitoring in the sustained production of timber. • Providing customers with long term forecasts of timber production to enable Comparison of production forecast through Forester GIS with actual output businesses to plan their timber requirements in line with the available supply. to assess accuracy of forecast. • Giving local companies the opportunity to purchase timber through open competitive sales each year whilst providing a number of medium and long term contracts that Annually via district representation at regional customer liaison meetings. offer customers and contractors stability and continuity of supply.

5. To protect all ancient monuments and any other features of cultural Scheduled Ancient Monument management plan five yearly review with heritage • Preparing and implementing an agreed management plan for all Scheduled English Heritage. Ancient Monuments. Annual liaison with Hampshire Field Club and County Archaeologist to • Maintaining a record of all known non scheduled archaeological features and maintain GIS records and seek advice for forthcoming annual working seeking advice regarding their protection and enhancement prior to work when blocks. appropriate.

6. To achieve the Minister’s Mandate objectives through consultation with FDP forum meetings. Maintenance of district stakeholder database. local communities and representatives of organisations involved with • Drawing together a forum of representatives to discuss and develop draft UKWAS monitoring nature conservation, public recreation and the timber industry Forest Design Plan proposals. Quantity and quality of feedback provided by public after consultation • Presenting draft Forest Design Plan proposals to local communities using events assessed by recreation rangers. techniques designed to aid understanding and maximise feedback from participants. Records to be held on file at Queens House for duration of FDP approval • Maintaining a record of issues raised during consultation and of responses period. UKWAS monitoring as draft Forest Design Plans are developed. Appendix 4

GLM 6 Appendix 3

Amendments to approved Forest Enterprise Plans

Forestry Commission and Forest Enterprise should agree baseline tolerance thresholds for operations in each District beyond which exchange of letter/map or formal amendment is required. Unless otherwise specified or agreed by the Forestry Commission, amendment will be by formal revision of the plan.

Tolerances Table

Adjustment to Timing of Timing of Changes to Windthrow Changes to road felling coupe Regeneration Restocking species clearance (2) lines,tracks or boundaries (1) paths (other CE activity) (3) FC Approval 0.5 ha or 5% of Up to 2 planting Change within Up to 0.5ha EIA implications? normally not coupe - seasons after felling species group e.g. required whichever is evergreen conifers; less broadleaves Approval by 0.5ha to 2ha or After 5 years 0.5ha to 2ha - if Additional felling of exchange of 10% of coupe - mainly windblown trees not agreed in letters and map whichever is trees plan less > 2ha to 5ha in areas Departures of >60m of low sensitivity in either direction from centre line of road Approval by > 2ha or 10% of Over 2 planting Change from > 5ha As above, formal plan coupe seasons after felling specified native depending on amendment species sensitivity

Change between species groups

Notes on Tolerance Table

1. There are circumstances in which changes - of less than 0.5 ha for example - could have a dramatic visual effect. The above model does require a sensible approach to be taken by Forest Enterprise in notifying Forestry Commission when such cases arise. Local staff need to be sensitive to issues which may influence the situation (bearing in mind that small adjustments to felling coupes will not appear on the Public Register).

2. It is important that Forest Enterprise keep the FC informed about windblow clearance, which can be problematic in cases of public complaint, and in FC compliance monitoring. In some cases a modification of the proposals for the remaining area of the Plan may need to be submitted and approved. Clearance of blow should not require approval but will be needed for related standing trees.

3. It is recognised that roading proposals as marked on Road Plans are necessarily somewhat indicative, in that actual roading operations require to take account of features not always apparent at the time of roadline planning. Accordingly some leeway is acceptable to account for this