Lynbreck Croft, a 150-acre site just outside Grantown on Spey, is dedicated to restoring Scotland’s natural landscapes through woodland creation and habitat recovery. The current owners, who purchased the croft in 2016, are reshaping this former sheep-grazing land into a beacon of sustainable, small-scale farming that balances environmental restoration with long-term economic and social value.

This project, the first in a wider woodland improvement programme, focuses on planting the croft’s western hillside. The mix includes native broadleaves along with a productive core of European Larch and Norway Spruce, which are expected to sequester 5501 tCO₂ over 60 years, according to our Woodland Carbon Code-validated calculations. Once established, the woodland will help bridge the gap between Abernethy Forest and Revack Estate, forming part of a growing wildlife corridor that benefits a wide range of species.

Ground preparation and planting were undertaken by the owners themselves, and public access is welcomed through gates and tracks across the site. Interpretation materials are planned to help share the story of the woodland and its role in landscape-scale restoration.

At its core, the project champions “habitat restoration and management” that supports biodiversity, community, and the croft’s long-term resilience. It has been made possible through a combination of grant support and generous external funding. A heartfelt thanks to all who helped bring this to life.