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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Pollination in the Forest

30 June 2020
 by 
Ben Sheers
Forestry intern Ben looks at the important role the Forest plays in pollination.
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Top tree book recommendations

18 June 2020
 by 
Mike Hudson
Long-serving volunteer, Mike, shares his top fiction and non-fiction books about trees.
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The Eurasian otter

16 June 2020
 by 
Emma Kersley
Forestry intern, Emma, shares her knowledge and love of these secretive mammals.
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Why volunteer?

1 June 2020
 by 
Heart of England Forest
From all walks of life, and with different motivations, our volunteers are united in their love of the great outdoors and desire to play a part in creating a Forest to benefit future generations.
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Knowing your dragonflies from your damselflies

1 June 2020
 by 
Alan Sifford
Volunteer, Alan, shares his knowledge about these wonderful insects and his top tips to help you identify them.
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Trees and soil protection

1 June 2020
 by 
Ben Sheers
Forestry intern, Ben, explains how forests prevent soil erosion, improve soil health and even help create it.
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