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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Dark times for the black poplar

1 July 2019
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Heart of England Forest
Find out more about the most endangered native timber tree in Britain.
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Walk with giants in a glorious garden

31 May 2019
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Heart of England Forest
Our Garden of Heroes and Villains is fast becoming one of the region’s worst kept secrets.
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All hail the mighty oak...

31 May 2019
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Heart of England Forest
Explore the history of the oak tree and it's importance in Britain today.
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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
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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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