THE WILD WOOD

About "The Wild Wood"

Tucked away in the hilly country bordering Shropshire and Wales there is a beautiful old 13-acre woodland, once inhabited for over 50 years by an old hermit. Massive stands of beech, oaks ash and cherry, dating back hundreds of years provide the perfect natural habitat for a wide variety of species.

This talk explores the changing faces of this wood through the seasons, examining the rich spectrum of wildlife from Pied Flycatchers to Elf Cup fungi.

The story also follows the management of the wood which includes the creation of glades and dead wood areas plus an extensive nest box scheme, further enhancing its attraction to wildlife.

Against a backdrop of disappearing habitats, this is a truly uplifting subject, reminding us that good things really are happening in the UK.