The historic Whiligh Estate in East Sussex, Great Britain, has conducted a Spruce Site Assessment (SSA) aimed at reducing the risk of infestation by the spruce bark beetle Ips typographus, also known as the European spruce engraver. This pest represents a serious threat to coniferous forests, as it can spread rapidly and cause mass tree mortality, particularly among trees weakened by drought, storms, or other stress factors. The assessment enabled specialists to analyze the condition of existing spruce stands, identify high-risk areas, and develop recommendations for further forest management. Based on the data obtained, the estate owners intend to review their approach to tree planting and care in order to make the forest more resistant to pests and climate change while maintaining its productivity. Ips typographus is considered one of the most dangerous pests of spruce forests in Europe: in recent years, its spread has intensified against the backdrop of climate change and increasingly frequent droughts that weaken trees' natural defenses. In Great Britain, monitoring of the beetle population is underway, as its appearance could cause serious damage to the country's forest industry. The Whiligh Estate example demonstrates how early diagnosis and a scientific approach to forest management help reduce ecological and economic risks associated with pests and contribute to the creation of forest ecosystems more resilient to climate change.