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Forest and peatland habitats - guideline note

Last updated :12 Aug 2025

Topic: Manage forests

This Guideline Note sets out forestry policy and practice in relation to peatland habitats, with particular focus on blanket bogs and lowland raised bogs.

Summary

These two types of internationally important peatland habitat are the most extensive, have been most affected by forestry in the past, and are now the subject of UK-wide Habitat Action Plans to conserve and enhance their biodiversity.

Forest and peatland habitats - guideline note

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