Giles Drake-Brockman

Giles Drake-Brockman is an experienced forestry professional with a background that spans over three decades in forest management and conservation. Currently serving as the Planning & Environment Manager at Forestry England since June 2020, Giles focuses on sustainable forest management, timber production, and wild land conservation. Previously, a role as the Durham Woodland Revival Forestry Officer involved significant contributions to enhancing woodland ecology, supported by funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Prior experiences include positions as Environment Advisor at Forestry and Land Scotland, Environment Manager at Forestry Commission Scotland, and various roles at the Forestry Commission, where responsibilities ranged from habitat protection to strategic planning and management of ancient woodlands. Giles holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainable Forest Management & Conservation from UHI.