The Dyce woods land management plan was approved on 11th April 2016 and runs until 11th April 2026.

Dyce Woods encompasses two forest blocks: Kirkhill and Parkhill.

Kirkhill covers an area of 494 ha located approximately 5 miles north-west of Aberdeen between Blackburn and Dyce. Parkhill Wood covers an additional 43.5 ha located to the north of Aberdeen, near the suburbs of Dyce and Bridge of Don.

For Tyrebagger and south Kirkhill the primary objective is the management of the woodland to provide a recreational resource for Aberdeen and the surrounding area. This includes the maintenance and enhancement of the Tyrebagger Christmas tree sales centre, a key public engagement mechanism for the district.

For north Kirkhill and Parkhill the primary objective is the production of a quality crop of timber.

Approved land management plan text and maps

• Dyce wood land management plan summary (PDF 0.3MB) - a summary of the land management plan.
• Dyce woods land management plan (PDF 2.6MB) – details our objectives for the area and our management proposals.
• Dyce woods location map (PDF 1.4MB) – shows the location of Dyce woods in relation to the local area.
• Key features map (PDF 2.1MB) – shows the key features that will influence the management of the forest.
• Current species map (PDF 2.9MB) – shows the current tree species that are growing in the area.
• Analysis and concept map (PDF 2.3MB) – shows how the key features will influence the management of the forest.
• Management map (PDF 874KB) – shows the proposed management for the area.
• Thinning map (PDF 795KB) – shows the thinning that is proposed for the area.
• Future species map (PDF 1.8MB) – shows the tree species that are proposed to be growing in the area at the end of the plan period