Forest Resource Plans: what they're for and how you can get involved

The forest resource plan is a core management document used on the Welsh Government’s Woodland Estate. It lays out proposals for the future management of a woodland in accordance with current policy and practice.

These plans are far reaching, with a strong emphasis on delivering social, economic and environmental benefits, incorporating the ecosystem approach to land management.

Plan duration

The plans are approved for an initial period of ten years, with the period beyond (50+ years) being approved in outline. This allows for a review of the document and revision if necessary.

All plans include a long term vision for the woodland and form the framework for detailed work programmes to be developed.

UK Woodland Assurance Standard

The Welsh Government’s Woodland Estate is independently certified as sustainably managed under the UK Woodland Assurance Standard. Keeping people informed of management proposals affecting their local woodlands is an important part of maintaining this certification.

How you can give us feedback

We gather the views from a range of different stakeholders during the development of a forest resource plan. This helps develop the plan and balance and prioritise the sometimes competing objectives.

Find all forest resource plans under development and give feedback on plans we're consulting on.