Deborah shares her journey into the Forest and how she is now rooted into our volunteer family. Sharing her story to inspire others this Volunteers' Week.

Long-standing volunteer, poet, and an all-around great guy, Paul first volunteered with us on Tuesday 4th August 2015. Delve into the spell that the Forest cast on Paul and why he keeps coming back.

It’s well known that exercise is good for our physical and mental health, but the benefits are even greater when it takes place in nature.

Tony Strickland from the Vale Heritage Landscape Trust kindly volunteered his time in early March to impart his expertise on grafting fruit trees to our staff and volunteers.

Heart of England Forest combats UK butterfly decline by restoring habitats and connecting landscapes, supporting species recovery and demonstrating conservation success despite national population declines

There are six reptile species that are native to the UK, three of which have been confirmed in the Forest. Read more about these fascinating native reptiles.