News
BioBlitz 2025: The results
Our five BioBlitz took place in the Forest in Spernal Park and Morgrove Coppice from the evening of Friday 6th June to the Saturday 7th June.
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
The Future of UK Forests
The Heart of England Forest teams up with conservation leaders and experts to discuss the future of UK forests and all the varied forms of life that depend on them.
Footpath closures in the Forest
To allow people to enjoy the Forest 364 days a year, we need to close our permissive footpaths for just one day in December.
Number of birds recorded in the Forest soars!
The Redditch Ringing Group (RRG) has been ringing birds in the Forest since 2018. As of the end of last year, the group has now ringed over 13,000 birds in the Forest (13,644 to be exact) from 54 species!
Escape outdoors with Young Foresters
Young Foresters is a fun and educational club for young people between the ages of 11-18. Do you know a young nature enthusiast? Then why not ask them to come and join us!
