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Native woodland
Native broadleaved trees make up a
significant part of Mabie, and there are several
ancient woodland sites
Restore and protect ancient woodland
sites. Connect areas of broadleaved trees
to establish permanent linkage and habitat
corridors
Biodiversity
The diverse range of habitats within the forest
support many important species such as the
pearl-bordered fritillary butterfly.
Ensure the requirements of key species are
maintained. Enhance habitats and
connectivity to encourage colonisation in
other parts of the forest
Forest structure
The forest has a diverse range of tree species
and ages, partly due to planned restructuring
but also as a result of wind blown trees
Continue to avoid clear felling and adopt
low impact woodland management where
this is appropriate and achievable.
Incorporate open space where this will
have the greatest benefits. Meet UKFS requirements as a minimum target.
Recreation
Mabie attracts over 100,000 visitors every year
who use the network of walking and cycling
trails to enjoy the forest. The forest roads are also popular with horse riders.
Internal design of the forest should
enhance structural diversity and
viewpoints around trails to enhance the
‘spirit of place’ and improve the visitor
experience
Larch disease
Phytophthora ramorum (a fungal pathogen)
has infected many larch trees in the forest,
some of which are now dying
Fell all larch trees to slow the spread of the
disease, and to avoid future problems with
visitor safety
Landscape
Mabie forest is a significant feature in the
landscape and provides a backdrop to the
town of Dumfries. Part of the forest is within a
National Scenic Area
Choose management approaches, tree
species and design techniques that protect
and enhance the landscape value of the
forest