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We're currently assessing the impact of Storm Eowyn. This will take time as we survey the extent of the damage. Please check our website for the latest forest updates and follow all site signage.  

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Forest safety call in wake of Eowyn

Tuesday, 28 January 2025

In the wake of Storm Eowyn, Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) is urging visitors to exercise extreme caution if they are visiting woodlands in south and central Scotland. The call comes as FLS staff co…

Visitors urged to avoid forests during Storm Éowyn

Thursday, 23 January 2025

Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) is asking people to avoid forests it manages particularly across the central belt and parts of south west Scotland along with exposed western coastal areas this weeken…

FLS looking for contractors for building maintenance

Wednesday, 22 January 2025

Forestry and Land Scotland is seeking feedback from contractors to provide maintenance and improvements across its wide range of buildings.  The survey will help FLS understand the size, scope an…

Red Squirrels Appreciation Day

Tuesday, 21 January 2025

To help mark Red Squirrel Appreciation Day, Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) is inviting people to visit one of its woodlands and take a red squirrel wander to see if any red squirrels can be spied in…

Latest felling work restrictions at Mabie close playpark

Wednesday, 15 January 2025

The latest phase of Forestry and Land Scotland’s (FLS) felling work in Mabie forest will mean that for safety reasons the playpark and the lower part of the car park will be closed as from Monday 13 J…

Another good year for CATS communities

Saturday, 28 December 2024

The Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) team behind the Community Asset Transfer Scheme (CATS)  has enjoyed another busy year. The Community Asset Transfer Scheme (CATS) enables communities to take …

Glen Affric to home new beavers?

Friday, 13 December 2024

Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has applied to NatureScot for a licence to release beavers into Loch Beinn a Mheadhoin, in Glen Affric. The move follows two years of consultation with local communiti…

Ardgay Game wins FLS contract for north of Scotland

Tuesday, 10 December 2024

High quality, sustainable venison from land managed by Forestry and Land Scotland is  now reaching domestic and international markets with the help of two Scottish processors. Following the recen…

Munlochy felling due to begin

Tuesday, 03 December 2024

Forestry and Land Scotland is advising that members of the public are advised to follow all site safety signage and stay out of work zones when felling at the Black Wood (nr Munlochy) begin later this…

Felling work restrictions at Mabie

Monday, 02 December 2024

Visitors to Mabie Forest are being advised that four months of felling work is due to begin early in December to clear diseased and dead larch trees. The forestry operations are part of Forestry and L…