Legacy Woods is a valued area of woodland, providing an important habitat for wildlife and a place for the local community to enjoy and appreciate the natural environment.
This page tells the story of the woods, how they are managed and cared for, and the work being undertaken to protect them for future generations.
The Woodland
Legacy Woods is an established area of woodland with a rich variety of trees, plants and wildlife. Its paths and open spaces provide an opportunity to enjoy the natural environment throughout the changing seasons.
The woods are valued both for their natural character and as an important green space for the local community. Caring for the woodland means protecting its habitats and wildlife while ensuring that people can continue to enjoy and appreciate this special place for generations to come.
History of the Woods
Legacy Woods has a long history as part of the local landscape. Over the years, the woodland and the land around it have changed, but the woods have remained an important natural feature of the area.
Although we are still piecing together the full history of Legacy Woods, historic photographs and other records provide fascinating glimpses of how the woodland and its surroundings have developed over time.
Legacy Woods and the surrounding area, 1961
This aerial photograph from 1961 provides a fascinating glimpse of the area more than sixty years ago. The woodland can be seen surrounded by the developing neighbourhood, offering a valuable record of the landscape and how it has changed over time.
Managing the Woods
Legacy Woods requires ongoing care and management to protect its natural character and ensure that it remains a healthy and welcoming woodland for the future.
Management of the woods includes looking after trees and habitats, maintaining paths and access, responding to safety issues and undertaking appropriate work where trees or vegetation require attention. Wherever possible, this work aims to balance the needs of wildlife and the natural environment with the enjoyment and safety of people visiting the woods.
Trees & Woodland
Caring for the trees and encouraging a healthy, diverse woodland for the future.
Wildlife & Habitats
Protecting and enhancing habitats for the plants, birds, insects and other wildlife that make their home in the woods.
Paths & Access
Maintaining appropriate paths and access so that people can enjoy the woods while protecting the surrounding natural environment.
Protecting the Woods
Protecting Legacy Woods means looking beyond the day-to-day care of the woodland and considering how it can be safeguarded for the future. The woods provide an important natural space for wildlife and for the local community, and preserving that character is central to everything we do.
Our aim is to ensure that the woodland remains healthy, resilient and accessible, while allowing its habitats to develop naturally. Decisions about the woods will seek to balance conservation, responsible public access and the long-term needs of this special local environment.
Looking to the Future
Legacy Woods is a place to be valued, enjoyed and protected. As our understanding of the woodland develops, we will continue to look for opportunities to improve its habitats, care for its trees and ensure that it remains a welcoming natural space for the community.
The future of the woods will also depend on the people who use and care about them. By respecting the woodland and the wildlife it supports, we can all play a part in ensuring that Legacy Woods continues to thrive for generations to come.