Why woodland edge matters

Richard Hellier, Landscape and Woodland Design Advisor at the Forestry Commission, explores why edge design matters and how our new guidance can transform your woodland.
Richard Hellier is a Chartered landscape architect, and the Landscape and Woodland Design Advisor for the South of England at the Forestry Commission. Richard is part of a 2-person national team with Robin Gray covering Northern England.
Richard Hellier, Landscape and Woodland Design Advisor at the Forestry Commission, explores why edge design matters and how our new guidance can transform your woodland.
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