ANYONE who enjoys woods is invited to attend the Woodland Forum Day on Saturday, April 5.

The event starts at Neroche Hall, near Bickenhall, at 9.45am and then moves on to nearby Wych Lodge.

The day is organised by the Blackdown Hills Woodland Association and aims to be lively and informative.

It will be a mixture of short talks and practical demonstrations covering topics including the woodland grant scheme, wood grazing, sustainable fuel systems, deer management; measurement of trees and cut wood, demonstration of charcoal burning and coppicing.

A buffet lunch is included and there will be displays of wood and metal crafts, together with information and advice from local Blackdown Hills organisations and groups.

The day will also see the launch of the new BHWA website - click on the link below this story in the What's on section at www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk to access the website.

Spaces are limited so it is essential to book by March 31. The cost, including lunch, is £5 per head. For details, call John Greenshields on 01823-663409 or e-mail hazelcurtis@btinternet.com