UK FORESTRY INVESTMENT 

Forestry, whether for investment or recreation, has in the past been little understood by members of the British public and their professional advisors. As an investment it is unique in depending solely on physical growth for its projected financial returns. Forestry in the United Kingdom is characterised by the following :-

*  Good growing conditions with a generally temperate moist climate 

*  Good rates of growth giving financial returns* of up to 6% or 7% above inflation with  inexpensive land

*  Freehold land ownership providing added investment security 

*  Minimal risk of over-production (app 12% of national requirement)  

*  Private sector owning 60% of the national forest 

*  An efficient and well organised management industry, accustomed to non-resident ownership 

*  Heavy investment by the timber processing industry 

*  Forestry is the favoured land use in many rural areas.

*  Stable political/ financial environment/ not subject to planning

*  Favourable tax regime that is neutral in effect. Tax free grant aid for planting and replanting. No discrimination against non-resident owners. 

*  Significant sporting opportunities in many forest properties including deer stalking and winged game shooting.