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Belvoir Castle, and the Belvoir Estate join TreeTwist in a conservation and regeneration project aimed at the protection and regeneration of two areas of historic woodland in Lincolnshire

 

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In March 2008, TreeTwist is proud to announce the launch of a new initiative with the Belvoir Estate in Lincolnshire, where two historical woodlands are the focus for a project that seeks to encourage people, locally, nationally and internationally, to become part of an ambitious plan to breath new life into area of woodland that have been neglected for generations.

TreeTwist's track record in supporting regeneration projects and the visual appeal and obvious enjoyment factor of teh TreeTwists themselves brought the Belvoir Estate to TreeTwist, and together we have developed the Belvoir 'TreeFob' - which celebrates both the beauty of trees and also the history and heritage of the Belvoir Estate.

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This initiative is part of the Belvoir Estate commitment, as long time stewards of the landscape, to restore, conserve and protect the local environment. 

It represents a chance for a large and historic estate with strong ties to the local community to form a partnership with those who share the landscape by recognising that we jointly have a responsibility towards the environment.  This project offers the chance for the Estate to work with individuals interested either specifically in the estate itself, the historic woodlands or those who simply have the desire to support the wider environment.   

The project will focus initially on the regeneration of Fir Holt and the restoration of Lime Avenue.  Both are open to the public meaning that the wider community can enjoy the trees planted.  Both have a romantic, if tragic history, which is tied up with the history of the country as a whole.

 

Fir Holt

Fir Holt lies next to the Belvoir Estate car park and is easily accessible as well as being visible from the road. 

The area known as Fir Holt is an  historic woodland that can be traced back through the generations via the original Belvoir Castle records.  During this time, it has been used for hunting, for animal husbandry and more recently simply to provide protection and cover for a wide range of smaller shrubs and ground growing plants.

During the second world war, the Belvoir Estate, along with many others, received a request from the War Office for wood to support the Second World War effort.  Wood from Fir Holt was used to produce Mosquito aircraft.  Clearly, the giving of the woodland for such an important task was imperative.

 In the 1960’s efforts were made to replant Fir Holt by the then Duke, which can be seen along the North side of the woodland.  However, as the devastation caused two decades earlier was so huge the project stalled.  At that time, the Estate lacked the guidance and direction to formulate a strategy.  It is also fair to say that trees were simply not the priority they are today.

Under the guidance of the Forestry Commission, the Estate now plans to breathe new life into this historic woodland.  Fir Holt is an ideal site for a project of this nature since it consists of trees of varied age and in varying condition.  It therefore provides a wonderful environment for replanting.

This regeneration project aims to restore Fir Holt to its original glory.  This beautiful setting will be protected by the Estate for future generations to enjoy.

 

The Lime Avenue

 Lime Avenue runs alongside the public highway.  It can be enjoyed by visitors to Belvoir Castle as well as viewed from the road. 

Lime Avenue was planted with Lime trees in 1952 to celebrate the coronation of the new Queen.  The trees provide a magical avenue, each with its own mini eco system.  The Avenue now requires restoration to ensure it survives and continues to delight future generations. 

Belvoir Estate, with the guidance of the Forestry Commission, wishes to renew the avenue by continuing the planting to its natural end and by replacing diseased and unhealthy specimens.

Why have the Belvoir Estate launched this initiative now?

 The current global concern with the environment and climate change affects us all.  We all need to do more.  The Estate is “part of the landscape” in Rutland providing protection and employment for the local community.  With its special history, in more recent years it has become an attraction that draws visitors to the county.   

The present Duke and Duchess care passionately about our landscape and believe that we are all custodians for the next generation.  We all need to take steps in the right direction.  It is their intention to continue this regime of tree planting for many years.  However, this is more than simply the planting of trees, it is about raising awareness.  They want to give individuals the opportunity to join together, take a small step together and make a difference together.

 Every step will count.  Every tree will make a difference.

 This is an opportunity to be part of a project that could be replicated in other areas across the country.  The Duke and Duchess are extremely proud that it is starting here and that they are giving us all the opportunity to repair damage caused nearly a century ago by war, and to celebrate the way that, as well as being beautiful, trees breathe life into our atmosphere.

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TreeTwist hope that their involvement and the introduction of the Belvoir Fob will encourage people to “Give the Gift of a Tree” and take a step for the environment in a way that is different, fun and exciting and that will encourage a sense of involvement with the Belvoir Estate.  We would like people to get involved whether they live locally, have ties to the estate or simply because they are interested in the historic significance of this piece of England.

 Belvoir Castle, and the Belvoir Estate join TreeTwist in a conservation and regeneration project aimed at the protection and regeneration of two areas of historic woodland in Lincolnshire

Whatever the motivation, buying a Belvoir Fob will result in a tree being planted on the Belvoir Estate.  Together we can make a difference.

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