Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

Among the orchard trees: A living heritage for wildlife and people

3 March 2026
 by 
Claire Craige, Biodiversity Officer (Hedgerows and Orchards)
Traditional orchards support rich wildlife, from pollinators to fungi, while preserving heritage fruit varieties. Discover more about their beauty and ecological importance.
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Monitoring birds of prey in the Forest

5 October 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Dedicated volunteers install and check on a network of nest boxes to monitor the success of birds of prey in the Forest. Read our results for 2020.
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What happens to trees in autumn?

3 September 2021
 by 
Tim Russ
With the temperatures dropping and sun getting ever lower in the sky, Forest Ranger Tim shares how our trees prepare for the months ahead.
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Managing ponds for biodiversity

3 September 2021
 by 
Imogen Rutter
We have been surveying and mapping all ponds found in the Forest to help us manage these important habitats.
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Green Recovery Challenge Fund grant of £249,700 will help grow future Forest guardians

28 July 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
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The importance of deadwood for wildlife

21 July 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Biodiversity Intern Tasha tells us more about the importance of deadwood in creating niche microhabitats for a variety of wildlife in the Forest.
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Developing pollinator pathways

21 July 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Pollinators are a vital part of a healthy, balanced eco-system, but they are in decline. We are encouraging pollinators in the Forest by creating pollinator pathways.
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