People in the Welshpool area are being asked to give their views on a Natural Resources Wales plan to manage local forestry.

The plan would see ancient woodland restored to large parts of Breidden Forest and the creation of new woodland corridors to allow native species to spread across the area.

The main objective of the plan is to create a stable supply of timber for the area, as well as preserve the forest for its environmental importance.

Natural Resources Wales is holding a public consultation to provide residents with the opportunity to influence the future management of the forest for the next 10 years, which will run until November 22.

Glyn Fletcher, senior land manager for Natural Resources Wales, said: “A well planned and managed forest makes sure that everyone and everything benefits.

“By striking the right balance we can ensure that local biodiversity and the environment can benefit while we also create beautiful places to visit and productive places to produce sustainable timber.

“We want people who live in the Welshpool and Breidden Forest area look at our plan and to give us their views on it. The plan is not confirmed, and we may make changes based on feedback.”

The plans can be read and responded to by visiting NRW’s consultation website on https://bit.ly/WelshpoolFRP or they can call 0300 065 3000 and speak with one of the Senior Land Management Officers.