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Forestry & Land Management Ground Protection and Trackway Solutions

Maintain access, protect sensitive ground, and support sustainable land operations.

Protect Tree Roots and Sensitive Habitats

Use ground protection mats to prevent compaction and root damage in woodland and conservation areas.

Stable Surface for Moving Materials

Mats provide a hard, level surface for handling gravel, chippings, and timber with ease.

Access All Year Round

Create strong routes for forestry vehicles, plant, and staff on any terrain and in all weather.

Flexible Hire or Buy, Rapid Delivery

Expert advice and fast UK delivery for projects of every size.

Prevent root damage while keeping work moving

Protecting Tree Roots with Ground Protection Mats

Tree roots are especially vulnerable to damage during forestry and land management projects. Heavy vehicles and repeated foot traffic can compact soil and disrupt fragile root zones, harming ancient and valuable trees. By using ground protection mats over root zones, you spread vehicle loads, reduce compaction, and help keep root systems healthy and compliant with planning or conservation requirements.

Learn more about tree root protection

Create stable routes in the most remote sites

Reliable Access Across Challenging Terrain

Forestry and land management often take place in remote, difficult locations. Wet weather, soft soils, and uneven ground make access for plant, lorries, and crews a challenge. Our ground protection mats provide stable routes, keeping essential works moving no matter the conditions.

Reduce ruts, erosion, and reinstatement costs

Prevent Lasting Environmental Impact

Woodland and rural sites are sensitive to rutting, soil erosion, and compaction. By using ground protection mats, you protect these areas, support conservation goals, and reduce the need for expensive reinstatement after work is complete.

Support safety, storage, and productivity on site

Safe, Productive Operations for All Teams

Firm walkways and organised compounds keep everyone safe and help sites run smoothly. Tools, equipment, and harvested materials stay accessible, whether you are harvesting, replanting, or restoring habitats.

Minimise damage and safeguard the environment

Sustainable Solutions for Every Project

From path building to large-scale forestry operations, GroundGuards supplies ground protection solutions that minimise impact and support long-term environmental care.

Trusted by forestry and conservation teams

Site Applications for Forestry & Land Management

Our ground protection systems are trusted by woodland managers, forestry contractors, and conservation specialists.

Tree Root Protection

Use ground protection mats to safeguard tree root zones and ancient woodland during all activities.

Temporary Haul Roads

Create strong, stable access for timber lorries, plant, and equipment.

Site Compounds & Bases

Set up organised, clean welfare and storage areas in woodland or open land.

Temporary Car Parks

Provide firm, accessible parking in fields, clearings, or on soft ground.

See how our mats protect woodland and rural sites

Real Results in Forestry & Land Management

Explore case studies showing how GroundGuards mats help woodland managers, forestry contractors and conservation teams maintain safe access, protect sensitive ground and manage land more efficiently.

MaxiTrack Forest Road at Kielder

Discover how MaxiTrack mats provided safe HGV access through Kielder Forest, enabling hillside lodge construction without ground disruption.

Woodland Access at Whyteleafe Station

Discover how GroundGuards’ MaxiTrack created a safe woodland haul road for crane and vehicle access at Whyteleafe Railway Station in Croydon.

1.4km Temporary Road Through Forest Terrain

Discover how MaxiTrack and MultiTrack created a 1.4km temporary road across sensitive forest land in Cheshire, protecting the ground during a 12-week investigation.

Scania truck being loaded by a yellow telescopic handler with ground protection mats.

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you need to hire or buy, our expert team is here to help you choose the right ground protection solution for your site. For tailored advice and fast support, call us on 0113 267 6000 or make an enquiry below.

Let’s keep your project moving from day one.

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