Ancient semi-natural woodland ASNW - Revision history

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	* 11 things you didn't know about wood.		* 11 things you didn't know about wood.
	* Ancient tree.		* Ancient tree.
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	* Ancient Wood Pasture and Parkland		* Ancient Wood Pasture and Parkland
	* Ancient woodland.		* Ancient woodland.

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	* 11 things you didn't know about wood.		* 11 things you didn't know about wood.
	* Ancient tree.		* Ancient tree.
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		+	* Ancient Wood Pasture and Parkland
	* Ancient woodland.		* Ancient woodland.
	* Bats.		* Bats.
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	* Forest Stewardship Council.		* Forest Stewardship Council.
	* Forests.		* Forests.
		+	* Infilled ancient wood pasture and parkland.
	* National nature reserves.		* National nature reserves.
	* National parks.		* National parks.
	* National Planning Policy Framework.		* National Planning Policy Framework.
	* Permission for felling or lopping a tree.		* Permission for felling or lopping a tree.
		+	* Plantations on ancient woodland sites
	* Sustainably procuring tropical hardwood.		* Sustainably procuring tropical hardwood.
	* Timber.		* Timber.

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	Essentially these are areas that have been continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) composed of primarily native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These, are often mentioned alongside plantations on ancient woodland sites (PAWS) as in the NPPF, and generally considered as being irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats.		Essentially these are areas that have been continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) composed of primarily native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These, are often mentioned alongside plantations on ancient woodland sites (PAWS) as in the NPPF, and generally considered as being irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats.
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		+	[https://www.wcl.org.uk/docs/2025/Link_Briefing_Ancient_Woodland_Protection.pdf The Wildlife and Countryside Link] describe ASNWs thus "Ancient woodlands comprise native flora and fauna. The flora includes the native trees themselves, which have often regenerated through natural processes or woodland management techniques such as coppicing. Around half of Britain's ancient woods are ASNW."

	The [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/keepers-of-time-ancient-and-native-woodland-and-trees-policy-in-england/keepers-of-time-ancient-and-native-woodland-and-trees-policy-in-england#glossary Policy paper; Keepers of time: ancient and native woodland and trees policy in England] published by the UK government 27 May, 2022 describes ASNW's as "Ancient woodland of mostly native tree species, usually derived from coppice or natural regeneration. ASNW often include old-growth characteristics such as ancient and veteran trees and large diameter standing and fallen deadwood. They are dynamic ecosystems that can include many other habitat types such as species rich grassland, heathland, wetland and freshwater systems."		The [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/keepers-of-time-ancient-and-native-woodland-and-trees-policy-in-england/keepers-of-time-ancient-and-native-woodland-and-trees-policy-in-england#glossary Policy paper; Keepers of time: ancient and native woodland and trees policy in England] published by the UK government 27 May, 2022 describes ASNW's as "Ancient woodland of mostly native tree species, usually derived from coppice or natural regeneration. ASNW often include old-growth characteristics such as ancient and veteran trees and large diameter standing and fallen deadwood. They are dynamic ecosystems that can include many other habitat types such as species rich grassland, heathland, wetland and freshwater systems."

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−	Ancient semi-natural woodland (ASNW) is mentioned in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) as an example of an ancient woodland but without definition. It is also listed within the Biodiversity Gain Requirements (Irreplaceable Habitat) Regulations 2024 under its schedule of irreplaceable habitats.	+	Ancient semi-natural woodland (ASNW) is mentioned in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) as an example of an ancient woodland but without definition. It is also listed within the [https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2024/48/schedule/made Biodiversity Gain Requirements (Irreplaceable Habitat) Regulations 2024] under its schedule of irreplaceable habitats.

	[https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/habitats/ancient-woodland/ The Woodland Trust defines Ancient semi-natural woods] (ASNW) as being "woods that have developed naturally. Most have been used by humans – often managed for timber and other industries over the centuries – but they have had woodland cover for over 400 years."		[https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/habitats/ancient-woodland/ The Woodland Trust defines Ancient semi-natural woods] (ASNW) as being "woods that have developed naturally. Most have been used by humans – often managed for timber and other industries over the centuries – but they have had woodland cover for over 400 years."

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−	Ancient semi-natural woodland (ASNW) is mentioned in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) as an example of an ancient woodland but without definition. [https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/habitats/ancient-woodland/ The Woodland Trust defines Ancient semi-natural woods] (ASNW) as being "woods that have developed naturally. Most have been used by humans – often managed for timber and other industries over the centuries – but they have had woodland cover for over 400 years."	+	Ancient semi-natural woodland (ASNW) is mentioned in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) as an example of an ancient woodland but without definition. It is also listed within the Biodiversity Gain Requirements (Irreplaceable Habitat) Regulations 2024 under its schedule of irreplaceable habitats.
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		+	[https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/habitats/ancient-woodland/ The Woodland Trust defines Ancient semi-natural woods] (ASNW) as being "woods that have developed naturally. Most have been used by humans – often managed for timber and other industries over the centuries – but they have had woodland cover for over 400 years."

	Essentially these are areas that have been continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) composed of primarily native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These, are often mentioned alongside plantations on ancient woodland sites (PAWS) as in the NPPF, and generally considered as being irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats.		Essentially these are areas that have been continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) composed of primarily native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These, are often mentioned alongside plantations on ancient woodland sites (PAWS) as in the NPPF, and generally considered as being irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats.

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	Essentially these are areas that have been continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) composed of primarily native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These, are often mentioned alongside plantations on ancient woodland sites (PAWS) as in the NPPF, and generally considered as being irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats.		Essentially these are areas that have been continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) composed of primarily native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These, are often mentioned alongside plantations on ancient woodland sites (PAWS) as in the NPPF, and generally considered as being irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats.
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		+	The [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/keepers-of-time-ancient-and-native-woodland-and-trees-policy-in-england/keepers-of-time-ancient-and-native-woodland-and-trees-policy-in-england#glossary Policy paper; Keepers of time: ancient and native woodland and trees policy in England] published by the UK government 27 May, 2022 describes ASNW's as "Ancient woodland of mostly native tree species, usually derived from coppice or natural regeneration. ASNW often include old-growth characteristics such as ancient and veteran trees and large diameter standing and fallen deadwood. They are dynamic ecosystems that can include many other habitat types such as species rich grassland, heathland, wetland and freshwater systems."

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	Ancient semi-natural woodland (ASNW) is mentioned in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) as an example of an ancient woodland but without definition. [https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/habitats/ancient-woodland/ The Woodland Trust defines Ancient semi-natural woods] (ASNW) as being "woods that have developed naturally. Most have been used by humans – often managed for timber and other industries over the centuries – but they have had woodland cover for over 400 years."		Ancient semi-natural woodland (ASNW) is mentioned in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) as an example of an ancient woodland but without definition. [https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/habitats/ancient-woodland/ The Woodland Trust defines Ancient semi-natural woods] (ASNW) as being "woods that have developed naturally. Most have been used by humans – often managed for timber and other industries over the centuries – but they have had woodland cover for over 400 years."

−	Essentially these are areas that have been continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) composed of primarily native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These, are plantations on ancient woodland sites (PAWS) as in the NPPF as being ~~considered~~ irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats.	+	Essentially these are areas that have been continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) composed of primarily native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These, are often mentioned alongside plantations on ancient woodland sites (PAWS) as in the NPPF, and generally considered as being irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats.
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		+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =
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		+	* 11 things you didn't know about wood.
		+	* Ancient tree.
		+	* Ancient woodland.
		+	* Bats.
		+	* Biodiversity.
		+	* Chain of custody.
		+	* Definition of tree for planning purposes.
		+	* Designated sites.
		+	* Forest ownership.
		+	* Forest Stewardship Council.
		+	* Forests.
		+	* National nature reserves.
		+	* National parks.
		+	* National Planning Policy Framework.
		+	* Permission for felling or lopping a tree.
		+	* Sustainably procuring tropical hardwood.
		+	* Timber.
		+	* Tree.
		+	* Tree hazard survey.
		+	* Tree preservation order.
		+	* Trees in conservation areas.
		+	* Types of land.
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		+	[[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:DCN_Specification]] [[Category:Definitions]] [[Category:Water]] [[Category:Planning_permission]] [[Category:Public_procedures]]

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−	continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) ~~that are primarily~~ composed of native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These~~, along with PAWS~~, are considered irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats	+	Ancient semi-natural woodland (ASNW) is mentioned in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) as an example of an ancient woodland but without definition. [https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/habitats/ancient-woodland/ The Woodland Trust defines Ancient semi-natural woods] (ASNW) as being "woods that have developed naturally. Most have been used by humans – often managed for timber and other industries over the centuries – but they have had woodland cover for over 400 years."
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		+	Essentially these are areas that have been continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) composed of primarily native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These, are plantations on ancient woodland sites (PAWS) as in the NPPF as being considered irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats.

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continuously wooded for at least 400 years (since 1600 AD in the UK) that are primarily composed of native trees and shrubs, arising from natural regeneration or coppice rather than plantation. These, along with PAWS, are considered irreplaceable, high-biodiversity habitats