Gaer Wood

Gaer Wood is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), noted for its biological characteristics, in Monmouthshire, south east Wales.[1]

Gaer Wood
Site of Special Scientific Interest
Road to Gaer Wood, with the woods at the bottom of the hill
Location within Monmouthshire
Area of SearchMonmouthshire
Grid referenceSO464057
Coordinates51.7483°N 2.7763°W / 51.7483; -2.7763
InterestBiological
Area13.6 hectares (0.136 km2; 0.0525 sq mi)
Notification1981 (1981)

Geography

The 13.6-hectare (34-acre) SSSI, notified in 1981, is located within the community of Trellech United, 4 miles (6.4 km) south of the town of Monmouth.[2][3] The woodland is privately owned.[1][4]

Wildlife and ecology

As with other woodland in the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Gaer Wood contains many local and rare tree species. The main species found in the wood are common ash (Fraxinus excelsior), field maple (Acer campestre) and wych elm (Ulmus glabra), along with localised occurrences of beech (Fagus sylvatica).[1]

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References

  1. "Gaer Wood" (pdf). Countryside Council for Wales. Retrieved 19 March 2012.
  2. "Gaer Wood map" (pdf). Countryside Council for Wales. Retrieved 19 March 2012.
  3. Ordnance Survey: Explorer map sheet OL14 Wye Valley & Forest of Dean ISBN 9780319240953
  4. "Local Welsh farmers lead the field in national competition to save England's ancient hedgerows and woodlands". Gwent Wildlife Trust. Retrieved 19 March 2012.
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