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Future of Scottish Native Woods

It is with considerable regret that the Trustees of Scottish Native Woods have to announce that the Trust is to be placed in liquidation.


Government and charitable funding has become increasingly difficult to source over recent years. Scottish Native Woods responded to this challenge by establishing SNW Trading Ltd to provide different sources of income. SNW Trading has been successful, but the increase in its profits has not made up for the fall in government and trust funding.


Although the Trust will be no more we hope that some of our activities will continue: there is certainly a need for them! It seems that SNW Trading can have an independent future, involving some staff, and we are also talking to other charities who could provide some of our projects with new homes.


So thanks for everyone's support over the years, and watch out for news on the next phase...

Rhododendron Workshop Report

The Rhododendron Workshop that we ran in November was a great success. You can read more about the event by downloading this report

Our Next Volunteer Events

Watch this space for details of our next events

If you want to become a volunteer please contact chris.childe@scottishnativewoods.org.uk to register or for more information or call 01337 832619

For all other general enquiries please use the number at the top of this page.

• The activities are usually on the first Sunday of the month, and run from 10:00am to 3:00pm. N.B. New winter times. Mostly we are in Fife or sometimes adjoining areas.
• There are regular breaks and you can do as little or as much as you choose.
• Biscuits provided. Please bring your own lunch and drink.
• All tools, training and any safety equipment will be provided.
• We regret that we cannot provide transport (though can sometimes arrange lifts.)
• Age - 18 and over please, unless accompanied by an adult.
• Requirements - stout sturdy boots or shoes (steel toe-caps if you have them) warm clothes and waterproofs.
• Please check our website regularly for any alterations or updates.

Lower Ness Report Published

Download our Report on Controlling Invasive Species on the Lower Ness Catchment by clicking on the link below

Become our Argyll Manager

We're recruiting a new Manager for Argyll. You will be responsible for delivering existing project activity, as well as generating new income streams, including the Woodland Trust PAWS project. For more information click on the job description below, or call Gordon on 01852 500366

Vacancies - Aberfeldy

1. Do you have a passion for woodlands and rural Scotland?

Do you have a qualification in either a rural discipline or marketing and want the opportunity to gain practical experience and training?

Then the role of Project Assistant based in Aberfeldy could be the just the job for you.

Please download the information here Area Project Asst JD - revison 2.doc and Equal Opps form.doc.

N.B. This post is offered under Community Jobs Scotland - applicants must be 18-24 years of age and been unemployed for 6 months.
The post is for a period of 26 weeks with the possibility of permanent employment thereafter.



Please send your letter, CV and Equal Opportunities form to enquiries@scottishnativewoods.org.uk

Forest School Leader Temporary Contracts

Suitably qualified and experienced self-employed leaders are needed to deliver our Forest School programmes in Fife. The contract is subject to confirmation of funding.

Must be Level 3 Forest School Practitioner. Newly qualified leaders may apply.

Closing date Monday 10th October. For details and application pack please contact Scottish Native Woods at enquiries@scottishnativewoods.org.uk

For an informal chat contact Chris Childe, Community Education Officer on (01337) 832619.

OUT of SCHOOL CLUBS

NEW From the 7th September we will be running After School Clubs (2 afternoons each week) at the lovely Cambo Estate in the East Neuk of Fife.

Forest School and Earth Education are the themes and children aged 7 to 11 years can have great fun with activities like campfires, music in the woods, nature excursions, building dens and much more.

To book a place call Cambo Estate on 01333 450054.

More information is available here After School club poster Cambo.pdf or by calling our Education Officer on 01337 832619 or by email chris.childe@scottishnativewoods.org.uk

People's Postcode Trust we love you!

The People's Postcode Trust have once again given financial support to one of our projects.

A beautiful part of Midlothian, Crichton Glen, is fast becoming overrun with bracken but with help from the People's Postcode Trust and our volunteers we will soon have this under control. Bracken is a tough plant to eradicate but by treating it through crushing with a big metal roller we can hope to reduce its hold on this lovely spot.

This will give the native trees a real chance to regenerate.

We are still looking for volunteers to help. If you are interested please contact us on 01887 820392 or email enquiries@scottishnativewoods.org.uk

Lower Ness Invasives Project Leaflet

We've launched a new leaflet for the Lower Ness Invasive Non Native Plant Project. You can dowload it here

Aspen Literature Review Published

We have now published "Ecology, Conservation and Management of Aspen", an aspen literature review.pdf, by Neil Mackenzie. This publication brings together a wealth of information on Aspen for enthusiasts, and will help to guide our restoration work.

Talisman Energy (UK) Limited support key native species

Talisman Energy (UK) Limited, a leading oil company, are supporting our work on recording aspen in selected ancient woods in the North East.
Click here for full article. Talisman Energy (UK) Ltd Support

Scottish Native Woods feature on BBC's Beechgrove Garden .
Click HERE to visit the BBC's website and catch Simon Lockwood's advice on native hedges.

Dates for the NWDG Tree Coring Workshop is available at Other Woodland Events

We have responded to Consultation on Red Squirrel Strongholds and on the Argyll & Bute Forestry Strategy Issues Paper

Proceedings from 2008 HAG Aspen Conference.pdf are available for download

We have launched Scottish Native Woods blog

We have contributed to the FPG Response to forestry and climate change 09 01 27.pdf

Our 2020 Aspen vision to download

New leaflet on Atlantic Hazelwoods to download

Information on Forestry Policy Group

Tay Western Catchment Project reaches the source of the Tay Tay Western Catchments Blog

About this website

This site will help you to find out more about Scottish Native Woods. Find out more about what we do to protect and enhance Scotland's native woodlands, about our latest volunteering opportunities, about how you can take part in a sponsored event to help us, and about our special projects.

Scottish Native Woods is a Scottish recognised charity no. SC017971 and a company limited by guarantee registered in Scotland no. 152631
Registered office: 1 Crieff Road, Aberfeldy, Perthshire PH15 2BJ