Exploring the future of woodland management
After welcoming members of the Royal Forestry Society (RFS) and the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) to the Hadlow Estate back in June, we are reflecting on a day of…
Felled ash trees get a new lease of life as beautiful and durable timber cladding
Timber from ash trees felled on the Hadlow Estate to prevent the spread of disease have undergone a special process so they can be used as a beautiful and durable…
Replanting apple orchards
Think orchards and you might well consider the apple and pear trees to be permanent features in the agricultural landscape. But like any plants, fruit trees have a productive lifespan and need replacing as that productivity wanes.
Disease-resistant elms planted to boost butterfly and tree conservation
Over the last 50 years, millions of elm trees across the UK have succumbed to Dutch Elm Disease. But on the Hadlow Estate an ambitious project is helping to reclaim this tree for generations to come.
New native species woodland planted on the Hadlow Estate
A new native species woodland has been planted in Pembury Wood, near Royal Tunbridge Wells, by the Hadlow Estate.
Kent willow on its journey to become bats for cricketing greats
Newly planted willow on the Hadlow Estate could be in the hands of top batsmen in a future Cricket World Cup thanks to a far-sighted diversification scheme.
Tudeley Woods ‘leaky dams’ scheme reduces flood risk
A Natural Flood Management scheme using ‘leaky dams’ on a stretch of the Medway near Tunbridge Wells, appears to have reduced the risk of flooding.
Ancient woodland management technique provides sustainable timber source and supports the local economy
An ancient practice which provides a constant, sustainable source of timber and creates a diverse range of habitats for insects, birds, wildlife and plants, is being kept alive on the Hadlow Estate in Kent.
Bluebells Spring Into Bloom at Tudeley Woods
Spring has sprung in spectacular style at the Tudeley Woods Reserve near Tunbridge Wells, where its famous bluebells are in full bloom.
Extreme Weather Test for New Leaky Dams on Kent’s Alder Stream Catchment
A natural flood management scheme has functioned effectively during the extreme weather conditions in Kent caused by Storms Ciara and Dennis, according to the South East Rivers Trust (SERT).