Coppice the stuff that you are taking out and that will give you some cover at ground level as it regenerates.Hazel is good and has uses. Holly is good. Hawthorne planted around the wood would give shelter from wind blowing through and provide food. Avoid non native invasive species like rhodies as although they give good early results they can take over.
Spot on Barrie, unfortunately the only ones who will take note are the ones who already share your views. Fair play for trying to convert the retards tho
I dug on my own for years and now im digging on my own again.You just have to get on with it.Make sure you're well equipped and there's someone you can call if things turn ugly. At least you only have yourself to please but it is hard work