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How to identify trees in winter
Identifying trees in winter can be tricky. Assistant Forest Ranger Fiona shares her top tips to help you hone your species spotting skills.
Celebrations and mysticism at the summer solstice
The 21st June is the longest day of the year. Find out more about the many midsummer traditions that focus on trees and reconnecting with nature.
Behind the scenes: Conservation efforts at Roundhill Wood
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.
The life between the trees: Why hedgerows matter more than ever
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.
Feeling calm in a busy world
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.
A new chapter in woodland creation
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.
Unique collaboration tackles climate, biodiversity, and environmental challenges
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
