News
Heritage Fund Grant for new evening volunteering programme secured
An innovative two-year evening volunteering programme designed to make conservation volunteering more accessible for working-age adults has launched, thanks to funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Environment and climate politics brings students to the Heart of England Forest
Birmingham University’s Environment and Climate Politics course examines and explores the politics and practices of human interaction with the environment through case studies and theoretical debates. So, how did the students visit to the Forest aid their learning?
Grassland conservation aided by technology
An unlikely pairing of robots and cattle have been used to manage the grasslands of Sheriffs Lench. Why? Find out more from Forest Ranger Tim.
The month for arboreal butterflies
Have you ever seen an arboreal butterfly? The likelihood is yes, but how do you know when you’ve encountered one? Sam from our biodiversity team explains.
Celebrating our volunteers
This National Volunteers’ Week we are celebrating the amazing achievements made by volunteers during this past year.
New Chair of Trustees for the Heart of England Forest appointed
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Heather Acton as the new Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Heart of England Forest.
Connecting with nature
We look at our connection to nature and how it can benefit our mental wellbeing. Helena, Outdoor Learning Teacher delves into the many years of research that has reported on the positive impact that nature has on mental health as well as sharing her very own top tips.
