This new woodland, at Meldon, near Morpeth in Northumberland, comprises 16 acres planted in spring 2017. Critical funding that enabled the project to proceed was provided by Kier Living through the purchase of carbon credits generated by the woodland. The principle objective at the site is to produce timber, the best of which will be used in the construction industry and the rest for wood fuel. The project comprises one third Sitka spruce, the remainder being equal components of Oak, Alder, Silver birch, Downy birch, Western red cedar and Eucalyptus. This woodland will improve the biodiversity and landscape of the area called Lough Hills. It is adjacent to the ancient Nunriding Wood and will connect the priority habitat woodlands to the north and east of the planting area. Finally – the new woodland will improve water quality and moderate flow on the Nun Burn. There is access to the site for walkers.
10,528 trees
6.6 hectares
Spring 2017
1,552 tonnes CO2
Community
Productive
Water Quality
Wildlife
