General resources
for land managers
General resources
The state of Scotland’s rainforest
This research report reviews the latest evidence on the condition of Scotland’s rainforest. It provides an overview of temperate rainforest habitats and the threats they face, and considers possible next steps in their recovery and restoration.
A Provisional Definition of Temperate Rainforest in Britain and Ireland
Some people have asked how we can define our temperate rainforest habitat or assess the
rainforest status of a woodland site. Here is a provisional definition. Ben Averis - published 2023.
Ancient woodland restoration
Woodland Trust Scotland offers free advice to landowners wishing to restore existing native woodlands including planted ancient woodland sites across the rainforest zone.
Managing the rainforest: Scotland’s hazelwoods
Scotland's hazelwoods are an important habitat within Scotland's rainforest. Find out why they are so special and how coppicing threatens these ancient woodlands.
Lichens and bryophytes of Atlantic woodland in Scotland
An introduction to their ecology and management (Plantlife)
Rapid Rainforest Assessment
Rapid Rainforest Assessment
Find out if woodland condition is beneficial for rainforest lichens, mosses and liverworts and identify issues to inform management.
Rapid Rainforest Assessment survey form (PDF)
Record your survey results to help map key features and species, and plan management (PDF version).
Rapid Rainforest Assessment survey form (XLSX)
Record your survey results to help map key features and species, and plan management (XLSX version).
The Alliance for Scotland’s Rainforest is a voluntary partnership of 25 organisations with a shared interest in Scotland’s rainforest.
Banner image credit: Phil Formby / WTML. Other images: John MacPherson / WTML, Niall Benvie WTML.