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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Winter wildlife spotting

29 November 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Winter can be a tough time for our wildlife with many species hibernating to survive the harsher elements, but it is a great time of year to spot the species that thrive in the colder months.
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Grant enables learning in the Forest

24 October 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
A grant from the Postcode Local Trust has allowed us to continue developing the Forest into a space where people can have fun, learn new things and get inspired.
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Holly tree - not just for Christmas

24 October 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Holly is not just for Christmas, it's also ne of the most benevolent and valuable trees in the Forest.
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A Forest for everyone

24 October 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
We aim to make the Forest accessible to all - people and wildlife alike.
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Purple Emperor in the Forest

15 October 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
This summer, the rare and elusive purple emperor was found in not one but three locations within the Forest.
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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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