Tree Management at our Sites

Black Walnut at Marble Hill ParkMany of the trees and woodlands growing on the estate today have developed over decades or even centuries. Whilst some have been purposely planted, others have developed through neglect of maintenance. Some have been under continuous tree cover since the 17th century.

Management of sites considers the trees, shelterbelts and woodlands as important part of site management planning. Succession planting is established where appropriate to ensure continuity of tree cover for the future.

Where it is not considered desirable to perpetuate trees or woodlands on a site or part of a site because of archaeological implications, consideration is given to establishing replacement planting on less sensitive areas. Long-term policy is adopted to maintain and manage existing mature trees safely for as long as possible.

In principle, English Heritage aims to maintain the tree resource for the future under sensitive management with regard to amenity and economy, whilst ensuring conservation of built and buried heritage.