1. Bassetlaw Rural Conference, 25 th March 2015 The work of the Sherwood Forest Trust Dr Patrick Candler

2. www.sherwoodforest.org.uk

3. Our Mission To champion the preservation, conservation, learning, enjoyment and economic development of Sherwood Forest

4. how did Sherwood become a forest? “forest” woodland + heath + grassland

5. The work we do Habitat and landscape scale improvements Heritage and culture Education, outreach and training Community – festivals and events Projects with partners – landowners, community organisations Economic development – support for Business Forum Tourism and visitor economy Strategic Development

6. What have we achieved ? £6m investment in Sherwood 50 + projects supported 600 landowners engaged Land and habitat surveys and plans Major public survey of Sherwood St George’s Day Celebrations Education and learning resources 1000s of trees planted

7. Current projects Big Tree Plant – 6,285 trees in 2014/15 Robin Hood Festival Major Oak Woodland Festival Oak Tree Heath – On Fire Project Sparkling Sherwood Discover King John’s Palace Magna Carta Landscape designs and plans

8. Future plans Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre Sherwood Centre for Environmental Excellence Nottinghamshire School’s Robin Hood Day New community engagement programme LEADER support Create Sherwood Forest Regional Park

9. What is Forest Heathland?

10. Forest heathland flora

11. Forest heathland biodiversity

13. Why forest heathland management? Increasing diversity of plants and animals Protecting ancient ecosystems Recreating the ex t ent of Sherwood Forest Safeguarding rare invertebrate species Providing tranquil spaces for humans Combining traditional methods with modern practices

14. Our benefits

15. Ways to support us Community Rangers Guided visits Volunteering Friends of groups Wildlife surveys Educational visits Community Heritage Projects Heritage through stories Archive photography Walking trail guides Dramatic re-enactment Web pages Become a member Acorn Supporter Sapling Supporter Oak Supporter (supports 1/4 Ha. of landscape work) Veteran Supporter (supports 1 Ha. of landscape work)

16. Any questions? Thank you for listening