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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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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'Seven words' writing exercise inspired by the Forest

18 December 2020
 by 
Mike Hudson
Volunteer, Mike, revisited an idea he calls "Wednesday Words" during lockdown.
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Christmas nature activities for kids

15 December 2020
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Christmas will be different for many of us this year, but we have some nature activities to do with the kids to bring some festive cheer.
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Economic green recovery in the Heart of England

14 December 2020
 by 
Beth Brook
Our Chief Executive, Beth Brook, looks at the economic benefits the Defra Green Recovery Challenge Fund grant will bring to the local area.
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