Forestry

Survey Support for Woodland Infrastructure, Conservation and Land Use Planning

Effective forestry management depends on reliable data – whether you’re planning new access roads, maintaining woodland infrastructure or protecting sensitive habitats. Our surveying and monitoring services support sustainable forestry operations and long-term conservation goals across the UK.

Survey Solutions works with estate managers, conservation bodies, and contractors to deliver accurate surveys that inform smarter decisions and reduce project risk in forested and rural environments.

Why does Precision Matter in Forestry Projects?

Forestry operations face unique challenges – remote sites, variable terrain, sensitive ecosystems and tight compliance frameworks. Surveys help tackle these by providing:

• Topographical insight for better land use planning
• Safe design and delivery of forestry infrastructure
• Accurate records for compliance and certification
• Monitoring data to support environmental stewardship
• Risk reduction during maintenance, upgrades or harvesting

Tailored Surveying Services for Forestry Environments

We provide a suite of services designed specifically for the needs of forestry and woodland settings:

Topographical and Land Surveys

• Map terrain, boundaries, and features to inform planning
• Support access design, site layout and woodland zoning

Hydrographic Surveys

• Assess rivers, lakes and wetlands within or near forest zones
• Support erosion control, habitat protection and flood planning

Underground Utility Surveys

• Locate buried infrastructure such as pipelines or data cables
• Support safe excavation and infrastructure upgrades

Structural Monitoring

• Monitor lookout towers, bridges, or remote buildings for movement
• Enable safe long-term use of forest infrastructure

Environmental Monitoring

• Track impact from operations or development
• Support compliance with biodiversity and woodland standards

Measured Building Surveys

• Provide accurate records of forest offices, stores or facilities
• Essential for refurbishments, planning and asset management

Digital Twins and BIM Models

• Create digital representations of forestry infrastructure
• Enhance lifecycle management and planning decisions

How does Surveying Add Value to Woodland and Estate Projects?

We help forestry clients deliver:

• Better land use strategies with data-backed insights
• Reduced environmental impact through informed planning
• Safer access, storage and transport infrastructure
• Improved compliance with forestry and sustainability standards
• Ongoing asset maintenance and risk reduction

Example applications include:

• Mapping trails and bridges across a managed woodland estate
• Hydrographic and erosion surveys for a wetland restoration project
• Measured building survey to support eco-centre upgrades

Supporting Smarter, More Sustainable Woodland Management

From commercial forests to protected woodland estates, we help our clients make confident decisions backed by clear data.