Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

A new chapter in woodland creation

7 May 2025
 by 
Tom Davies, Director of Land Management
This year’s planting season has been a remarkable one, with more vibrant new woodland being created and another significant step taken on our journey to grow and protect a huge broadleaf forest for generations to come.
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Behind the scenes: Conservation efforts at Roundhill Wood

7 May 2025
 by 
Tasha Cain, Principal Biodiversity Officer
To create and conserve a Forest to benefit the environment, wildlife, and people for hundreds of years to come, nurturing a variety of habitats is essential to allow the Heart of England Forest to thrive in the long term. Roundhill Wood has been a key focus for our Biodiversity Team.
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The life between the trees: Why hedgerows matter more than ever

7 May 2025
 by 
Claire Craige, Biodiversity Officer (Hedgerows and Orchards)
Hedgerows cover half a million miles throughout the UK. As hedgerows are not only made up of trees but shrubs, climbers, and herbaceous plants, they make a perfect haven for wildlife providing food and shelter.
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Feeling calm in a busy world

7 May 2025
 by 
Ellie Jones, Outdoor Learning Officer
You may have heard terms such as emotional regulation, nature connectedness, and mental wellbeing, but what do they mean and why is it important? Find out this Mental Health Awareness Week.
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A new chapter in woodland creation

7 May 2025
 by 
Tom Davies, Director of Land Management
This year’s planting season has been a remarkable one, with more vibrant new woodland being created and another significant step taken on our journey to grow and protect a huge broadleaf forest for generations to come.
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Run for the Heart of England Forest in the London Marathon 2026

28 April 2025
 by 
Ros Anscombe, Community Partnerships Officer
Take on the challenge of a lifetime and run the iconic London Marathon 2026 with our first-ever charity place!
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Unique collaboration tackles climate, biodiversity, and environmental challenges

28 March 2025
 by 
The Heart of England Forest
Nearly 200 landowners and farmers and 130 community groups have benefited from a project to plant a wide variety of trees throughout the West Midlands
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