Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

Small leaved lime: A tree that shares its heart with us this National Tree Week

29 October 2025
 by 
Jonathan Saunders, Volunteer Manager
Volunteer Manager, Jonathan, explores the life cycle and journey of the small leaved lime tree here in the Forest. Discover the unique benefits this tree has for the environment, wildlife, and people.
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Helping birds and bats in the Forest

1 March 2021
 by 
Sam Macvie
Our Biodversity Data and Survey Officer, Sam, tells us about species of birds and bats to be found at Sheriffs Lench.
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Creating a resilient green future

1 March 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Our ground-breaking project will deliver environmental benefits, not only locally, but also on a national scale.
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Growing a Forest that will endure for generations

1 March 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Acquiring land is central to our vision of creating a 30,000 acre Forest which will be here for future generations.
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Wetland habitat in the Forest

1 February 2021
 by 
Imogen Rutter
Our Biodiversity Officer, Imogen, explains the creation of our new wetland habitat and why wetlands are so important for wildlife.
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Trees and natural flood management

1 February 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest

With flooding on the increase, the flood prevention and alleviation properties of trees are becoming more crucial. 

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How nature is helping us through lockdown

1 February 2021
 by 
Heart of England Forest
As we discovered through the various lockdowns over the last year, people can find some solace in nature.
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