Alun and Chwiler Living Landscape

A rich tapestry of ancient woodlands, wildflower meadows and slow-flowing rivers

The Alun and Chwiler Living Landscape scheme is currently being delivered through the Welsh Government Nature Networks Fund . The ‘Restoring Resilience to Welsh Woodlands’ project aims to create, connect and enhance habitats within the catchments of the Afon Alun and Afon Chwiler, with a particular focus on woodlands and improving water resource management within the two catchments. The project is delivered in collaboration with the Welsh Dee Trust, and supported by partners including the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Natural Resources Wales and Flintshire and Denbighshire County Councils.

The scheme promotes sustainable land management approaches and works with farmers and land managers within the river catchments, particularly those looking to improve sustainability on the farm and strengthen the resilience of ecosystems in the face of climate change as well as pests and diseases.

The Heritage Fund Wales is distributing the Nature Networks Fund on behalf of the Welsh Government

Aims of the scheme

Improve habitats and their connectivity within the catchments of the Afon Alun and Afon Chwiler, with a focus on woodlands
Improve water quality and quantity within the two river valleys of the Afon Alun and Afon Chwiler
Demonstrate and promote a wide range of sustainable land management approaches
Provide opportunities for local communities to access and learn about the area’s unique wildlife, including volunteering opportunities
Develop working relationships with a range of project partners and stakeholders

Contact us

Jonathan Hulson, Woodlands for Water Project Manager
Jonathan.Hulson@northwaleswildlifetrust.org.uk
Mobile: 07961698437

Scheme area

Woodlands for Water Project Focus Area / *Ardal Ffocws y Prosiect Coetiroedd ar gyfer Dŵr* (copyright Ordnance Survey 250K)

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Nature reserves in this Living Landscape

We have lots of beautiful nature reserves for you to explore in this Living Landscape, take a peek at our top three...

A small slope, with trees growing higher up on it, lots of green leaves and a pale blue sky just visible through the woodland. At the bottom of the hill in a more shaded area are hundreds of bluebells, small delicate flowers, with dark blue bell shaped flowerheads, that droop at the top of the stem, that carpet the woodland floor.

Nature Reserve

Coed y Felin Nature Reserve

An ancient oak/ash woodland planted with sycamore, beech and sweet chestnut, Coed y Felin also has a long post-industrial heritage …

Nature Reserve

Y Graig Nature Reserve

A haven for wildflowers and butterflies with breath-taking views over the Vale of Clwyd and beyond!

A fresh green spring woodland, with lots of tall delicate bluebells carpeting the ground between the trees.

Nature Reserve

Coed Trellyniau Nature Reserve

Spring flowers carpet the floor of this ancient woodland site; its shady canopy providing a peaceful refuge for both wildlife and people…

What can I see here?

You really are spoilt for choice when it comes to fauna and flora in this beautiful area of North Wales - get out and explore - we recommend looking out for...