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Woodlands

1 A brief history of woodlands in Britain

2 Woodland flora and fauna

3 Woodlands, trees and the law

4 Safety, equipment and organisation

5 Woodland management

6 Planting and early care

7 The young woodland

8 Felling, clearing and extraction

9 Coppicing

10 Green woodworking

11 Firewood and charcoal

12 Woodland habitats

13 Access and recreation

Introduction

Factors to consider

Recreation levels

Access requirements

Construction

Simple bridges and boardwalks

Signs and information boards

Fear of woodlands

Discouraging mis-use of woodlands

Appendix A Conservation and the volunteer worker

Appendix B Contacts

Appendix C Grants

Appendix D Training

Appendix E Suppliers

Appendix F National Vegetation Classification

Appendix G Latin Names

Bibliography

Abbreviations

Glossary

Book:	Woodlands
Chapter:	13 Access and recreation
Section:	Introduction
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Woodlands in Britain have been managed and altered by man for many centuries, and access through woodlands along tracks and paths has been an integral part of this management.