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Discover the human uses of Ballypatrick Forest and its surrounding area, from sheep farming to scenic drives. The main activity is timber production, with coniferous trees planted in rows for easy harvesting and replanting. Engage in various recreational activities like walking, running, and cycling amidst the lush forest. Explore the historic timber industry that supplies local sawmills for building materials and fencing. Can you locate Limavady in Northern Ireland on the map?
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The ground was too steep and the soil was too infertile to grow crops. So in 1948 it was planted with coniferous trees to supply timber.
The trees were planted in straight rows. Why do you think this was? This made it easier to cut down the trees.
Every 15 – 20 years every third tree is removed to allow extra growth of the remaining trees.
The trees are felled every 40 – 45 years and the areas replanted.
Can you locate Limavady on your map of Northern Ireland? Once cut down the trees were transported to local saw mills such as the one in Limavady.
