At Forestry England, we're expertly creating a new woodland on land we have purchased at Mickelholme, near Dunholme in Lincolnshire.
The new 196 hectare woodland will become a new green space for you to explore and enjoy, whilst also being a valuable habitat for wildlife and producing sustainable timber for a greener economy.
We'll carefully choose tree species that will both thrive at this new site now, and be resilient to future climate conditions as they grow and mature. The land will be planted with a mixture of broadleaf and conifer species, chosen to match local soil types. The landscape design will also incorporate open space for conservation and visual diversity.
Work in progress at Mickelholme
We're in the early stages of developing our plans for Mickelholme. We will carry out detailed surveys at the site and invite local people to give their views and ideas before developing detailed designs for public consultation in spring 2025.
New woodlands in Lincolnshire
This new woodland is one of the many we're creating to grow the nation's forests, with support from the Government's Nature for Climate Fund. In Lincolnshire alone, we're creating 842 hectares of new woodland at four sites across the county. Lincolnshire is currently the least wooded county in the East Midlands.
The other new woodlands we are creating in Lincolnshire are Cadney, North Carlton, and Newball Grange.
Frequently asked questions about the new woodland at Mickelholme
What types of trees will you plant?
We'll carefully plan in detail the trees that will be planted in the new woodland. Using a mix of tree and shrub species will help make the wood resilient to climate change and tree diseases, whilst also supporting a wider range of wildlife.
Some areas will be planted with a mix of trees, including broadleaved trees and conifers. This will complement the local landscape, provide seasonal colour and increase resilience.
When will works start and finish?
We're in the early stages of creating our designs for the new woodland. Public feedback and surveys will inform our detailed plans for the new woodland. Our aim is to create the new woodland over the next couple of years with initial planting beginning in winter 2025/26.
How do I stay in touch about the project?
We will post key updates on this webpage as the project progresses.
