Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

Restoring wetlands together: A partnership for nature

2 February 2026
 by 
The Heart of England Forest
The Heart of England Forest has embarked on a new ambitious wetland creation project in partnership with Warwickshire Wildlife Trust and funded by the Environment Agency’s Water Environment Improvement Fund (WEIF), to create habitats to reduce the risk of flooding and support a rich variety of wildlife.
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The Eurasian woodcock

31 May 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Find out more about the Eurasian woodcock, an elusive and characterful wading bird that has been spotted in the Forest.
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Get the inside track on the Forest trails

29 April 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Introducing or new monthly guided walks.
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Can you clock a cuckoo?

29 April 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
There’s something rather uplifting about the gentle call of the cuckoo drifting across woodland, heralding the arrival of spring.
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The 'bells are calling...

1 April 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Bluebells are a sure sign that spring has arrived.
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Elm - which is wych?

1 April 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Can you tell the difference between an English and a wych elm?
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The benefits of blackthorn

1 March 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Blackthorn has perhaps the most sinister reputation in Celtic tree lore but there's a lot to be said for it's benefits.
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