“I was delighted to visit Teucheen Wood, which has been run by Inchinnan Development Trust since December 2021”, said Natalie Don MSP

Driven by residents’ concerns, Inchinnan Development Trust (IDT) finalised the private purchase of Teucheen Wood in December 2021 to allow for community ownership and management. The previous owners of the woodland proposed to sell on the open market but following engagement with Inchinnan Community Council, the woodland was removed from sale and the process to purchase the woodland began. Covering 5.85 hectares, Teucheen Wood is a long-established woodland of plantation origin and has been standing since at least 1860.

IDT are in the process of developing a woodland management plan, with initial works focussing on improvements to accessibility and safety in the woodland through clearance and the creation of new paths.

Future plans will look to explore the educational and recreation potential of the woodland in an effort to further engage the community through volunteer work, outdoor learning, woodland workshops and health-focussed walking sessions. A ‘Friends of Teucheen Wood’ group has been formed to ensure that this cherished woodland is well looked after and that the community have an opportunity to get involved in making a difference.

Natalie Don MSP with members of Inchinnan Development Trust and local volunteers

Natalie Don MSP added:

“It’s been great to visit Teucheen Wood and see the difference that community ownership is making for this woodland, as well as hearing the ambitious plans for the future.

“IDT held a fantastic open day at Teucheen Wood earlier this year to celebrate the woodland coming into community ownership, and it’s great to see the plans they have for the future, not only preserving the woodland but opening it up for woodland workshops and walking sessions. It was also great to hear about plans for the recently acquired India Tyres Playing fields

“I would like to commend everyone at IDT and the Friends of Teucheen Wood group for their efforts on turning this area into a space for the whole community to enjoy.