Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

Heritage Fund Grant for new evening volunteering programme secured

4 June 2026
 by 
the Heart of England Forest
An innovative two-year evening volunteering programme designed to make conservation volunteering more accessible for working-age adults has launched, thanks to funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
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The colourful and fragrant guelder rose

29 July 2019
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Learn more about the colourful and fragrant guelder rose, one of the native trees growing in the Forest.
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Dark times for the black poplar

1 July 2019
 by 
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
 by 
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
 by 
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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