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Forestry 1966 39(1):59-67; doi:10.1093/forestry/39.1.59
© 1966 by Institute of Chartered Foresters
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A Preliminary Survey of the Public's Concepts of Amenity in British Forestry

CHRIS YARROW 1

Department of Forestry, University College of North Wales

The increasing recreational use of forests makes their appearance of greater importance than ever. Varying, and often conflicting, opinions on forest amenity have been expressed by the forestry profession and the public. In an attempt to quantify public opinion, a postal questionnaire survey was conducted with regard to the desired appearance and permissible public access and use of forest areas. The results were analysed statistically, and indicated a strong bias towards woodlands of natural appearance. There was a widespread demand for greater access into state forests but for limited commercial developments. Afforestation was generally acceptable, and it was considered that management ought to be a compromise between timber production and amenity considerations. In view of the Forestry Commission's commitment to take account of amenity, it is urged that a definite policy based on the users' wishes be formulated and effected.


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