Coille Coimhearsnachd na Comraich
Coille Coimhearsnachd na Comraich | Applecross Community Woodland was established in 2019 to collectively own and manage the 14.5-hectare site of Coille a’ Thorra Ghairbh (Torgarve Woods).
The project is funded for a four-year development period by The National Lottery Heritage Fund which will enable the community to restore the former plantation into a thriving native woodland for the benefit of local community and visitors.
Our main objectives are to:
Restore native woodland through natural regeneration and by enrichment planting of 8000 native broadleaf and Scots pine trees, many grown from local provenance seed in our community nursery.
Promote our cultural and natural heritage by managing the archaeological features of the site, designing Gaelic-led interpretation, and sharing a programme of events and digital resources.
Increase biodiversity through habitat creation and enhancement including wetland, wildflower meadow, and native woodland to benefit and attract native flora, fauna, and fungi.
Benefit people with increased recreational amenities, improved access, and a programme of events that promote physical, social, and mental wellbeing including green skills and specialist crafts training, outdoor learning and play, and volunteer sessions.
