Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

Forests are at the heart of who we are

18 March 2026
 by 
Rob MacKenzie, Professor of Atmospheric Science
What if our future depends on something we’ve always been part of but have gradually forgotten? Forests are more than landscapes or resources; they are deeply intertwined with our origins, our climate, and our survival.
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Meet the team: Gorcott Education Officer Ellie

30 December 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
The valuable work we do would not be possible without our dedicated team. Meet Ellie, our Gorcott Education Officer.
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Staycation in the Forest

17 December 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Chris Brook, Commercial Director, highlights a variety of holiday options to extend your stay in the Forest.
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Brilliant bark

29 November 2021
 by 
Tim Russ
Tim Russ, Forest Ranger, tells us more about bark and the trees to look out for on your winter woodland walks.
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Winter wildlife in the Forest

29 November 2021
 by 
Clare Lewis
Look closely at the Forest during winter and you will find that many forest plants and animals are well-equipped to endure the colder months. 
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Volunteers tree planting in the Forest

29 November 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Volunteer Manager, Jonathan Saunders, explains what a volunteer tree planting session in the Forest involves.
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New project will help grow future Forest guardians

29 November 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Our ‘Growing Future Forest Guardians’ project will take place over the next two years and focuses on biodiversity and people.
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