Ancient Woodland
BACK WOOD
Ancient woodland has existed continuously since at least 1600 AD in England and Wales, representing irreplaceable habitats.
About this Ancient Woodland
This ancient woodland has existed continuously since at least 1600 AD, developing unique ecological communities over centuries.
- ✓ Irreplaceable habitat
- ✓ Ancient woodland indicator species
- ✓ Complex soil ecosystems
- ✓ Historical continuity
What makes Ancient Woodland special?
- Woodland that has existed for at least 400 years
- Contains unique ecosystems that cannot be recreated
- Home to specialist species found nowhere else
- Includes both ancient semi-natural and replanted ancient woodland
- Only 2.4% of the UK is covered by ancient woodland
Planning Considerations
Development resulting in loss or deterioration of ancient woodland should be refused unless wholly exceptional reasons and suitable compensation apply. This is the highest level of protection for any habitat.
Location Details
- Designation
- Ancient Woodland
- Coordinates
- 53.4338, -2.0334
- Reference
- 1105676
Nearby Ancient Woodland
Nearby Development Sites
Hattersley Regeneration Site 15: Land off Sandy Bank Avenue and Sands Close, Sandy Bank Avenue, Hattersley, HydePermissionedHattersley Regeneration Site 16: Site of flats and bungalows at Sandy Bank Avenue, Sandy Bank Avenue, Hattersley, HydePermissionedHattersley Regeneration Site 23: Cleared site and land off Bunkers Hill Road, Bunkers Hill Road, Hattersley, HydePermissioned