The High Weald of Kent, Sussex and Surrey is the most wooded part of England with almost 25% woodland cover, totalling 35,000 hectares.

Ancient woodland is especially important as it is land that has been continuously wooded for many centuries. Ancient semi-natural woodland (ASNW ) comprising native tree species is the most ecologically diverse and rich habitat type in the UK.

Much of the ancient woodland in Kent, Sussex and Surrey has been historically managed as coppice , a traditional form of management that is important for wildlife, and this continues to this day on a much reduced scale.

Woodland management for butterflies and This guide is intended for anyone involved in the management of woodland. It provides guidance on the woodland habitat features needed by butterflies and moths, and how to create, maintain and improve... Read more	Keeping pigs in a woodland Pigs can have a damaging effect on ancient woodland. They are omnivores and will forage for their own food on the woodland floor. If confined within a woodland they will strip the bark from trees, d... Read more
Ancient woodland - why is it special? The High Weald is nationally important in terms of ancient woodland containing 7% (24,500ha) of all ancient woodland in England. Ancient woodland is especially important as it is land that has been c... Read more	Rules for planting new woodlands If you are planning a new woodland of more than two hectares, your planting comes under the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) regulations for Forestry. You  should consult the Forestry Commission ... Read more
Woodland guidance downloads Guidance that has been developed to help you to manage your woodlands. Read more	Controlling Rhododendron Rhododendron is one of the most severe threats and challenges to woodland in the High Weald.  This page focuses on dealing with this invasive plant. Read more