60,000 trees later, lost English woodland is returning with more bird species

 A transformative upland restoration initiative in Cumbria has brought new life to a sheep-grazed fell, with native trees being planted to stimulate the recovery of dormant seed banks and form enchanting ghost woodlands. This environmental project has witnessed the arrival of eleven new breeding bird species since 2016. Additionally, it enhances natural flood management and boosts local farming incomes through sustainable environmental agreements supporting upland livestock. A transformative upland restoration initiative in Cumbria has brought new life to a sheep-grazed fell, with native trees being planted to stimulate the recovery of dormant seed banks and form enchanting ghost woodlands. This environmental project has witnessed the arrival of eleven new breeding bird species since 2016. Additionally, it enhances natural flood management and boosts local farming incomes through sustainable environmental agreements supporting upland livestock.