Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

Two new routes for National Walking Month

30 April 2026
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Heart of England Forest
It’s well known that exercise is good for our physical and mental health, but the benefits are even greater when it takes place in nature.
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Grant enables learning in the Forest

24 October 2019
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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