Woodlands in Britain range from native Oak and Ash woodlands, to coniferous forests consisting mainly of introduced species planted for timber production. There are many different kinds of woodland with varying structure, age and biodiversity. They can be managed to promote commercial timber production, game, conservation and recreation, or any combination of these. The emphasis in any individual wood will depend on the priorities of the current manager. A woodland may experience many changes and many different managers over its lifetime.
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