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!
Growing the next generation of forest guardians
This National Apprenticeship Week, Forest Ranger Phoebe shares her experience of being an apprentice and how it has helped to shape her career in the sector.
Bespoke learning programmes in the Forest
New local schools from the Redditch area are already seeing the benefit of taking learning out of the classroom and into the Forest.
Folklore in the Forest
Have you ever been in the Forest and felt a sense of magic? The Forest is home to many stories, myths, and folklore, which might make you think differently about your next woodland walk.
Volunteering - A New Year's Resolution
The New Year invites us to be the best we can be, and volunteering can be a brilliant resolution to make.
Forest highlights of 2022
At a time when our work creating and conserving the Forest for the environment, wildlife, and people has never been more important, the Forest continued to grow. As 2023 begins, Beth Brook, our Chief Executive, looks back on her top 10 highlights of 2022.
Songs of the trees
Whilst out walking do you listen to the trees? The aural landscape of the Forest is sometimes missed, but the evocative sounds of the wind flowing through the different species of trees are well worth a listen.
