Blairnairn
Blairnarn, in Glen Fruin, is part of Luss Estates. The Commercial woodlands are being developed by RDS Forestry Ltd. Click here for a description of the development
We were disappointed that the percentage of Native species was less than 25%. Access and Egress for the Forestry vehicles will not involve Pier and Station Roads.
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Areas in Ha |
PLANTED |
WHOLE AREA |
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NEW WOODLAND |
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143.73 Ha |
191.49 Ha |
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Sitka Spruce 101.78 |
70.81% |
53.15% |
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Native Broad Leaf 20.09 |
13.98% |
10.49% |
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REPLANTED AREA |
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12.7Ha |
16.38Ha |
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Sitka Spruce 8.26 |
65.04% |
50.43% |
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Native Broad Leaf 0.28 |
2.20% |
1.71% |
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Scots Pine 0.91 |
7.17% |
5.56% |
In February 2023 the Community Council sent a response to RDS Forestry.
In December 2023, RDS sent us reports on Archaeology, habitat and birds.
In May 2024, an updated design map was received.
plots and species This is the latest design map but we are advised that it is likely to change.
The proposed new woodland creation is still at the Due Diligence Stage.
