The first trees were planted in Heritage Wood in 1988, by Robert and Wendy Morley, who have farmed in Ednaston since 1964. This was as a result of them listening to family and friends, who had expressed an interest in planting trees to mark a variety of occasions and family events.
Robert and Wendy are now enjoying their well deserved retirement and Tim and Jill Morley, their son and daughter in law are delighted to have been given the opportunity of continuing their good work in the running of Heritage Wood.
Heritage Wood is situated 5 miles south of Ashbourne, the southern most point of the Peak District, in delightful unspoilt Derbyshire countryside.
On your visit to Heritage Wood you will find two free car parks. Everyone is welcome to visit at anytime. All we ask is that you abide by our few visiting
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DEDICATE A TREE IN HERITAGE WOOD
Today’s need for more woodland is widely acknowledged. The UK is currently one of the least wooded places in Europe. Woodlands not only provide a peaceful escape from our busy day-to-day lives, they also provide homes for our wildlife and help capture and convert the carbon produced by our modern-day lifestyles. Here is a genuine chance for you to contribute to making Britain greener, whilst having the pleasure of seeing your sponsored tree grow.
At Heritage Wood by choosing and sponsoring a planted tree, you become part of creating a wildlife habitat and a beautiful woodland retreat for yourself, your family and future generations to enjoy.
Heritage Wood has no gates and is free to access 365 days a year.
In Heritage Wood we have a selection of trees already planted for you to choose from. We plant in the winter months, when the trees are around 5 feet high. Planting during wet and cold conditions helps the roots get established, before the ground dries out during the summer months. This enables us to have trees available for sponsorship all year round.
Heritage Wood is planted with a mixture of tree varieties. Some tree varieties are more popular than others, therefore the selection of trees available does vary. As does the size and shape of the individual trees, depending on maturity and of course nature. Over the years we have established which tree types prosper in our soil conditions and our current tree selection reflects this knowledge.
