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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Gorcott Hill Wood gains title of Local Wildlife Site

29 November 2022
 by 
Heart of England Forest
The ancient semi-natural woodland at Gorcott Hill supports many rare plants and animals and makes a vital contribution to conserving biodiversity. Now an official LWS, under the Heart of England Forest’s care, the woodland will be conserved and protected for future generations. 
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The achievements and legacy of our Green Recovery project

1 November 2022
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Now completed, the project funded by the £1.7m Green Recovery Challenge Fund (GRCF) grant, has enabled us to make a step-change in our work today, whilst laying rhe foundations to grow the Forest further tomorrow.
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Tree planting season has arrived

31 October 2022
 by 
Heart of England Forest
It is a busy time in the Forest as tree planting season begins. Thanks to our forestry team and volunteers, new native woodland will be created whilst we also continue to create and maintain the other extensive habitats in the Forest.
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Wetlands in the Forest

31 October 2022
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Wetlands provide some of the most biodiverse habitats in the Forest, and we are working hard to create and restore these valuable habitats for wildlife.
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Meet the team: Senior Forest Ranger James

14 October 2022
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Meet James, a Senior Forest Ranger in our forestry team.
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How the earliest autumn could affect the Forest

28 September 2022
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Having just experienced the earliest signs of autumn in 20 years, we asked members of our expert team what this could mean for the Forest.
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