News
A first for the purple emperor in the Forest
The purple emperor is the UK’s second-largest butterfly, with females having a wingspan of over 9cm across. However, the male is arguably a more impressive butterfly, with upper wings that reflect a blueish-purple hue. Find out more about how this rare butterfly is faring in the Forest - we have exciting news!
The vital role of heathland habitats in the battle against climate change
In the face of pressing climate change challenges, it is crucial to recognise and appreciate the vital role that heathland habitats play in the Forest’s landscape.
Helping hands: Then and now
Volunteers have been helping the charity for many years and they truly are the backbone of the Forest. Find out how in the second instalment of the ‘Then and Now’ series celebrating our 20th Anniversary.
Connecting young people with nature for a greener future
We are creating a Forest that will be here for life, so engaging the younger generation now is vital, as today’s children are tomorrow's Forest guardians.
Helping butterflies facing a fight to survive
The 2022 Red List of British butterflies shockingly included around half of our 59 British species, but our work in the Forest is helping and there are ways we can help at home too.
Learning in the Forest: Then and now
In 2003, the Heart of England Forest was created as a charity, and much has changed since then both in the Forest and in the world around us. Throughout this year, we invite you to discover how the woodland has grown and how the charity’s work has developed over the past 20 years, starting with our learning and skills work.
Getting to the root of growing the Forest
The charity continues to grow and protect England’s largest new native woodland, with two million trees now planted in the Forest as part of the array of habitats to enhance biodiversity. Assistant Forest Ranger Ben gets to the root of what it means to grow a native broadleaf Forest.
