Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

A first for the purple emperor in the Forest

1 July 2025
 by 
Sam Macvie, Biodiversity Data and Survey Officer
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!
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A valuable partnership with the Vale of Evesham School

1 February 2022
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Find out more about our ongoing partnership with the Vale of Evesham School, working with students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to develop skills and connect with nature.
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Natural Flood Management in the Forest

1 February 2022
 by 
Imogen Rutter
Our work improving and creating wetland habitats within the Forest brings great benefits for wetland biodiversity and also for flood alleviation.
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Growing the Forest, for now and the future

1 February 2022
 by 
Clare Lewis
We are growing the Forest on land that we own to ensure it is here in perpetuity, so our recent land acquisitions are vital to achieving our long-term vision.
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A green solution to the Winter blues

14 January 2022
 by 
Heart of England Forest
The 17th January has been called ‘Blue Monday’ due to many of us feeling the negative effects of lack of sunlight and time outdoors, but nature can give our mental wellbeing a much needed boost.
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Winter visitor survey in the Forest

10 January 2022
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Help to shape the future of the Forest by participating in our winter visitor survey.
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New Year’s resolutions to help the planet

31 December 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Some of the Heart of England Forest team share their environmentally friendly New Year Resolutions for a greener 2022.
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