Contractors are having to cut down the trees at Sheepcombe Hanger in Cissbury Fields, Worthing, to prevent the spread of ash dieback and to prevent any weakened trees from falling.
It comes after 40 similarly affected trees were felled in Lancing Ring.
Ash dieback is a chronic fungal disease that has been slowly killing ash trees in the UK and across Europe. It considerably weakens trees and results in crown dieback, which eventually renders the tree unsafe.
A council spokesman said: “In recent years, we have been felling ash trees clearly affected by the disease to ensure public woodland paths remain safe. Sadly, ash is one of the most common trees in West Sussex, meaning our woodlands could suffer more than most.
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“Our arboricultural inspector is leading the work and has surveyed which trees need to be felled. We are still retaining trees that are showing some signs of resistance at this time.”
People have been told to keep their dogs under close control and to keep out of any areas cordoned off for the work.
“As with our previous ash dieback works, hundreds of new young trees will be planted to ensure our woodlands are conserved for future generations,” the council said.
“This work will begin at Sheepcombe Hanger next winter and a variety of species will be planted.”
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