Aspect Forestry and Rural Management
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Timber harvesting contractors and woodland advisors. Achieving the most from your woodland with a flexible and conscientious approach. Established in 2004.
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Thinning of a compartment of beech on my current site is nearing completion. Thinning this stand will allow the trees of better form and health to grow on with less competition. More light to the woodland floor should allow this to develop in a more diverse nature over time. 1/2
January 15, 2026 at 10:17 PM
Thinning of a compartment of beech on my current site is nearing completion. Thinning this stand will allow the trees of better form and health to grow on with less competition. More light to the woodland floor should allow this to develop in a more diverse nature over time. 1/2
I just captured some winter sun coming through the trees on my worksite today. Everything feels better with a bit of brightness but unfortunately it’s forecast to be another wet day tomorrow.
January 14, 2026 at 9:01 PM
I just captured some winter sun coming through the trees on my worksite today. Everything feels better with a bit of brightness but unfortunately it’s forecast to be another wet day tomorrow.
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Concerning and disappointing.
"Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has not been so lucky, with its funding cut once again. Just £17.8m has been allocated to the government agency for the year ahead, short of the £37.5 of 2024/25 and £29.8m of 2025/26."
"Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has not been so lucky, with its funding cut once again. Just £17.8m has been allocated to the government agency for the year ahead, short of the £37.5 of 2024/25 and £29.8m of 2025/26."
BREAKING: Forestry Grant Scheme funding sees marginal increase in Scottish Budget
January 13, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Concerning and disappointing.
"Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has not been so lucky, with its funding cut once again. Just £17.8m has been allocated to the government agency for the year ahead, short of the £37.5 of 2024/25 and £29.8m of 2025/26."
"Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has not been so lucky, with its funding cut once again. Just £17.8m has been allocated to the government agency for the year ahead, short of the £37.5 of 2024/25 and £29.8m of 2025/26."
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"I believe it is vital that there are voices at the heart of the Forestry Commission consistently making the case for more UK wood to be used in UK construction."
FULL STORY: www.forestryjournal.co.uk/news/2574208...
FULL STORY: www.forestryjournal.co.uk/news/2574208...
January 8, 2026 at 2:59 PM
"I believe it is vital that there are voices at the heart of the Forestry Commission consistently making the case for more UK wood to be used in UK construction."
FULL STORY: www.forestryjournal.co.uk/news/2574208...
FULL STORY: www.forestryjournal.co.uk/news/2574208...
The recent cold weather and the resulting frozen ground conditions, has enabled the extraction of some of the beech firewood from my on going thinning contract. Probably back on the harvester tomorrow if the rain returns.
January 6, 2026 at 9:13 PM
The recent cold weather and the resulting frozen ground conditions, has enabled the extraction of some of the beech firewood from my on going thinning contract. Probably back on the harvester tomorrow if the rain returns.
Out walking at 6am. It should have been total darkness. However, with terrific moonlight and a bit of reflective snow, I was able to take this photo opposite our house, with no flash.
January 4, 2026 at 9:03 AM
Out walking at 6am. It should have been total darkness. However, with terrific moonlight and a bit of reflective snow, I was able to take this photo opposite our house, with no flash.
Sunset over the village just now.
January 1, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Sunset over the village just now.
The first sunrise over Suffolk of 2026. Out early this morning for my first day of this years January, 5k everyday challenge organised Ben Martin.
January 1, 2026 at 11:32 AM
The first sunrise over Suffolk of 2026. Out early this morning for my first day of this years January, 5k everyday challenge organised Ben Martin.
I’ve been for a walk this afternoon with my daughter to a local nature reserve and SSSI. There has been some recent management work carried out by the estate. Willow coppicing and pollarding. All good practice in theory but……..🧵1/4
December 30, 2025 at 9:25 PM
I’ve been for a walk this afternoon with my daughter to a local nature reserve and SSSI. There has been some recent management work carried out by the estate. Willow coppicing and pollarding. All good practice in theory but……..🧵1/4
A brilliant, informative and balanced read about the current situation in UK forestry. Refreshingly written by someone who actually does the job day in day out, rather than someone who thinks they do. #positiveforestry
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December 30, 2025 at 8:57 AM
A brilliant, informative and balanced read about the current situation in UK forestry. Refreshingly written by someone who actually does the job day in day out, rather than someone who thinks they do. #positiveforestry
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Receive a book for Xmas?
Then thank a tree.
No commercial forestry = no trees = no wood pulp = no paper.
PS the forestry should be done sustainably as per the Forestry Commission.
Then thank a tree.
No commercial forestry = no trees = no wood pulp = no paper.
PS the forestry should be done sustainably as per the Forestry Commission.
December 28, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Receive a book for Xmas?
Then thank a tree.
No commercial forestry = no trees = no wood pulp = no paper.
PS the forestry should be done sustainably as per the Forestry Commission.
Then thank a tree.
No commercial forestry = no trees = no wood pulp = no paper.
PS the forestry should be done sustainably as per the Forestry Commission.
I saw this video featured in January’s copy of Forestry Journal @Forestry_UK
A really well put together video of the work that myself and others do in our day to day forestry jobs.
Throughly recommend giving it a watch. m.youtube.com/watch?v=Orxo00…
A really well put together video of the work that myself and others do in our day to day forestry jobs.
Throughly recommend giving it a watch. m.youtube.com/watch?v=Orxo00…
December 27, 2025 at 9:00 PM
I saw this video featured in January’s copy of Forestry Journal @Forestry_UK
A really well put together video of the work that myself and others do in our day to day forestry jobs.
Throughly recommend giving it a watch. m.youtube.com/watch?v=Orxo00…
A really well put together video of the work that myself and others do in our day to day forestry jobs.
Throughly recommend giving it a watch. m.youtube.com/watch?v=Orxo00…
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This is a really good listen 🌲🎄
As always, if we want more diverse productive forests in the U.K., then we need to be allowed to grow timber on a wider range of sites - ideally lower down the hill and on better soils.
As always, if we want more diverse productive forests in the U.K., then we need to be allowed to grow timber on a wider range of sites - ideally lower down the hill and on better soils.
🌲New episode: Beyond Spruce: Ancient Trees for Future Forests
Join Chris, Jen, and Elle to help break through some of the myths.
🎧 Tune in, join the conversation, and subscribe now!
https://ow.ly/XbkL50XL2it
#GoneForesting #Conifers #NativeOrNot #JoinTheConversation #NotJustForChristmas
Join Chris, Jen, and Elle to help break through some of the myths.
🎧 Tune in, join the conversation, and subscribe now!
https://ow.ly/XbkL50XL2it
#GoneForesting #Conifers #NativeOrNot #JoinTheConversation #NotJustForChristmas
December 24, 2025 at 11:33 AM
This is a really good listen 🌲🎄
As always, if we want more diverse productive forests in the U.K., then we need to be allowed to grow timber on a wider range of sites - ideally lower down the hill and on better soils.
As always, if we want more diverse productive forests in the U.K., then we need to be allowed to grow timber on a wider range of sites - ideally lower down the hill and on better soils.
I’ve finished work tonight for Christmas. I wish everyone who follows me seasons greetings and a prosperous new year. I shall continue to post about all things forestry and woodland management in 2026 as well as insight into our future projects.
All the best,
Matthew.
All the best,
Matthew.
December 23, 2025 at 9:10 PM
I’ve finished work tonight for Christmas. I wish everyone who follows me seasons greetings and a prosperous new year. I shall continue to post about all things forestry and woodland management in 2026 as well as insight into our future projects.
All the best,
Matthew.
All the best,
Matthew.
The winter solstice. For myself, a day of quiet but significant celebration. A turning point. Winter has not done with us yet, not by a long way but there is hope of lighter days to come.
December 21, 2025 at 8:50 AM
The winter solstice. For myself, a day of quiet but significant celebration. A turning point. Winter has not done with us yet, not by a long way but there is hope of lighter days to come.
I moved the machines at the beginning of last week to a site south of Ipswich. This is a large, standing sale contract to thin compartments of beech and Corsican pine. All the areas will receive their 3rd thinning. I’ve made a good start but I will be on this one for a while.
December 21, 2025 at 8:36 AM
I moved the machines at the beginning of last week to a site south of Ipswich. This is a large, standing sale contract to thin compartments of beech and Corsican pine. All the areas will receive their 3rd thinning. I’ve made a good start but I will be on this one for a while.
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I cannot recommend this podcast episode enough. The Countryslide pod team - Amy Green and Richard Prideaux have put together a highly informative and emotional account of the 1981 Cornish tragedy of the Solomon Browne. Please give it a listen.
I cannot recommend this podcast episode enough. The Countryslide pod team - Amy Green and Richard Prideaux have put together a highly informative and emotional account of the 1981 Cornish tragedy of the Solomon Browne. Please give it a listen.
Sacrifice at Christmas : The Tragedy of Solomon Browne
Podcast Episode · CountrySlide · 19/12/2025 · 51m
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December 19, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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I cannot recommend this podcast episode enough. The Countryslide pod team - Amy Green and Richard Prideaux have put together a highly informative and emotional account of the 1981 Cornish tragedy of the Solomon Browne. Please give it a listen.
I cannot recommend this podcast episode enough. The Countryslide pod team - Amy Green and Richard Prideaux have put together a highly informative and emotional account of the 1981 Cornish tragedy of the Solomon Browne. Please give it a listen.
Earlier this evening. Daylight is in short supply at this time of the year but you’ve got to keep on keeping on.
December 17, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Earlier this evening. Daylight is in short supply at this time of the year but you’ve got to keep on keeping on.
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🌲New episode: Beyond Spruce: Ancient Trees for Future Forests
Join Chris, Jen, and Elle to help break through some of the myths.
🎧 Tune in, join the conversation, and subscribe now!
https://ow.ly/XbkL50XL2it
#GoneForesting #Conifers #NativeOrNot #JoinTheConversation #NotJustForChristmas
Join Chris, Jen, and Elle to help break through some of the myths.
🎧 Tune in, join the conversation, and subscribe now!
https://ow.ly/XbkL50XL2it
#GoneForesting #Conifers #NativeOrNot #JoinTheConversation #NotJustForChristmas
December 17, 2025 at 5:29 PM
🌲New episode: Beyond Spruce: Ancient Trees for Future Forests
Join Chris, Jen, and Elle to help break through some of the myths.
🎧 Tune in, join the conversation, and subscribe now!
https://ow.ly/XbkL50XL2it
#GoneForesting #Conifers #NativeOrNot #JoinTheConversation #NotJustForChristmas
Join Chris, Jen, and Elle to help break through some of the myths.
🎧 Tune in, join the conversation, and subscribe now!
https://ow.ly/XbkL50XL2it
#GoneForesting #Conifers #NativeOrNot #JoinTheConversation #NotJustForChristmas
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I really enjoyed listening to this podcast today. So refreshing to hear a positive and constructive discussion about the use of conifer tree species within the wider forestry sector and what their future use may look like going forward. #positiveforestry
I really enjoyed listening to this podcast today. So refreshing to hear a positive and constructive discussion about the use of conifer tree species within the wider forestry sector and what their future use may look like going forward. #positiveforestry
Gone Foresting; An RFS Podcast
Non-Profit Podcast · Welcome to the brand-new podcast from the Royal Forestry Society!
Whether you're a seasoned forestry professional, an aspiring woodland manager, or simply passionate about trees ...
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December 17, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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I really enjoyed listening to this podcast today. So refreshing to hear a positive and constructive discussion about the use of conifer tree species within the wider forestry sector and what their future use may look like going forward. #positiveforestry
I really enjoyed listening to this podcast today. So refreshing to hear a positive and constructive discussion about the use of conifer tree species within the wider forestry sector and what their future use may look like going forward. #positiveforestry
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🌱 #WoodYou believe a forest could change the world?
Here are 6️⃣ ways sustainable wood is quietly and powerfully shaping life for the better 👇
#GrowTheSolution #CPForests #SW4SW
Here are 6️⃣ ways sustainable wood is quietly and powerfully shaping life for the better 👇
#GrowTheSolution #CPForests #SW4SW
Grow the Solution - Would you believe a forest can change the world?
YouTube video by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
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December 16, 2025 at 6:57 PM
I finished the hedge coppicing work last week. 908 m cut in total across a patchwork of assorted fields. 220 tonnes of brash was extracted and stacked for air drying. This will be later chipped for the farm biomass systems. Each hedge will now be fenced to prevent browsing. 1/2
December 15, 2025 at 9:39 PM
I finished the hedge coppicing work last week. 908 m cut in total across a patchwork of assorted fields. 220 tonnes of brash was extracted and stacked for air drying. This will be later chipped for the farm biomass systems. Each hedge will now be fenced to prevent browsing. 1/2
On this occasion I agree with Mr Shrubsole.
It's ridiculous that the Government *still* haven't banned the sale of peat.
Peat bogs are still getting dug up and used for compost and in horticulture. Ministers say they'll ban it 'when time allows'.
Get on with it already! Sign the petition:
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Peat bogs are still getting dug up and used for compost and in horticulture. Ministers say they'll ban it 'when time allows'.
Get on with it already! Sign the petition:
actnow.peatfreepartnership.org.uk/end-peat-sal...
Sign the petition to end peat sales!
No more delays: Let's get peat out of gardens once and for all. The time for uncertainty has ended.
actnow.peatfreepartnership.org.uk
December 15, 2025 at 9:07 PM
On this occasion I agree with Mr Shrubsole.
I’m sorry Phil, i don’t want to appear negative but please don’t post this advice it’s really inappropriate. Tree felling and woodland management is work that should only be carried out by professionals. Just having a chainsaw ticket does not make a person competent. 1/2
December 14, 2025 at 8:20 PM
I’m sorry Phil, i don’t want to appear negative but please don’t post this advice it’s really inappropriate. Tree felling and woodland management is work that should only be carried out by professionals. Just having a chainsaw ticket does not make a person competent. 1/2
Forestry……..some days are good, some days are bad. Today has been very much at the bad end of the scale.
December 12, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Forestry……..some days are good, some days are bad. Today has been very much at the bad end of the scale.