Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

Creating an accessible future through supported volunteering

28 March 2024
 by 
Ellie Jones, Outdoor Learning Officer
Accessing opportunities should be available to everyone, and volunteering should be no different. Ellie shares the importance of inclusivity and the work she is doing with young neurodiverse women in the Forest.
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Green Recovery Challenge Fund grant for the Forest

4 January 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
The Heart of England Forest has secured a £1.7 million Defra Green Recovery Challenge Fund grant.
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5 ways to beat the January blues naturally

1 January 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
5 ways you can boost your health and soothe your mind in the Forest.
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Brown hairstreaks and hedgerows

1 January 2021
 by 
Sam Macvie
Our Biodiversity Data and Survey Officer, Sam, informs us about our expanding population of brown hairstreak butterflies.
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Queen of the Forest – the common beech

1 January 2021
 by 
Ian Hayward
Forest Ranger, Ian, takes a closer look at the enchanting common beech tree.
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8 winter birds to spot in the Forest

1 January 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Our list of 8 birds to spot in the Forest this winter.
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Forest highlights of 2020

1 January 2021
 by 
Beth Brook
As a new year begins, our Chief Executive, Beth Brook, reflects on her highlights of 2020.
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