Rainforests in Britain and Ireland: Online Workshop

Scotland’s rainforest, also known as Atlantic woodland or the Celtic rainforest, is found along the west coast of Scotland and on the inner isles. There are several good examples of this unique habitat in the south of Skye.

These ancient woodlands composed of oak, birch, ash and hazel thrive in ‘oceanic’ climates where temperatures are mild, rainfall is high and the air is clean. The high humidity and low temperature range create perfect conditions for moisture-loving lichens and bryophytes, also known as mosses and liverworts. A healthy rainforest can contain 200 species of bryophytes and 100-200 species of lichen.There are several good examples of this special habitat in the south of Skye.

Book here to learn more about our very own rainforests from Ben Averis, of Native Woodlands Discussion Group.