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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Autumn walks in the Arboretum

30 September 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
The kaleidoscope of seasonal colours makes the Heart of England Forest Arboretum the perfect place for autumn walks.
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The magnificent daimyo oak

30 September 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
While the main focus of the Heart of England Forest is to plant native broadleaf trees, there are many other hidden treasures waiting to be discovered, such as the daimyo oak.
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Leaving a legacy

9 September 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
With 3,900 acres already planted there’s plenty for people to enjoy right now, but our long-term goal is the creation and conservation of 30,000 acres of native woodland.
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Ringing the changes in birds of prey

31 August 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
With the help of a remarkable trio of specialist volunteers, the birds of prey in the Forest are being closely monitored.
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Internship programme provides launch pad for careers in forestry

30 August 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Our internship programme provides budding foresters with the skills and experience needed to forge a career within the modern forestry industry.
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The wild service tree

20 August 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Once a victim to forest clearance, the wild service tree is experiencing a local renaissance thanks to our planting policy.
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