Friends of Duchess Wood is a local, voluntary charity that aims to:
Safeguard and improve Duchess Wood for the local community
Assist in the management of Duchess Wood
Liaise between Argyll and Bute council and the local community
Disseminate information about issues concerning Duchess Wood
Read more about Friends of Duchess Wood in 'About Us'
A brief outline by the Friends of Duchess Wood about its community role.
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Duchess Wood:
Is a local nature reserve and is the only one in Argyll and Bute.
Is located in Helensburgh
Maps and access points to the wood can be found on the Duchess Wood page
Education and Recreation in Duchess Wood
Friends of Duchess Wood in conjunction with local schools aims to integrate the use of the woods into the schools curriculum. The wood can be used in academic subjects and can be used for sport and extra-curricula activities.
See the education page to download the Schools Activity Pack.
Duchess Wood is used for quiet recreation by local people. Read more about walks in and around Duchess Wood.
Management of Duchess Wood
Argyll and Bute council is responsible for the management of Duchess Wood.
A management plan (from 2016 to 2021) is the basis for maintaining and improving the wood in terms of biodiversity, education and recreation. Read more...
Work parties in Duchess Wood. Friends of Duchess Wood regularly hold work parties that aim to assist in the management of the wood. To find out more, see 'About Us'.
Natural History of Duchess Wood
Duchess Wood is a rich and diverse woodland with a variety of different plant and animal species.
The management plan of Duchess Wood aims to reduce non-native species and increase biodiversity.
Read more about the natural history of Duchess Wood and plans for developing its biodiversity.
