Protect Earth owns 28 hectares of land near Lloyney at Goytre Hill. We have begun the long task of creating 8 hectares of Goytre Hill with native broadleaf trees including Oak, Birch, Alder, Rowan, Wild Cherry, Hazel and Hawthorn.
In time this woodland creation project will benefit wildlife including declining bird species like Pied Flycatcher and Wood Warbler.
We will not plant trees on existing valuable habitats – habitats that already have species such as Skylark, Whinchat and Tree Pipit – instead this habitat will be maintained and improved. Our aim is to protect and enhance Goytre Hill’s biodiversity as well as sequester carbon. But also, as the site develops, to help provide a place of quiet enjoyment for local people.