Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

A new chapter in woodland creation

7 May 2025
 by 
Tom Davies, Director of Land Management
This year’s planting season has been a remarkable one, with more vibrant new woodland being created and another significant step taken on our journey to grow and protect a huge broadleaf forest for generations to come.
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Tree twigs in winter

30 November 2017
 by 
Sophie Leszczynska
If you take a closer look at tree buds and twigs, you'll be surprised at home much you can become an expert tree spotter.
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We all need a day off sometimes

24 November 2017
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Find out which days our permissive footpaths and car parks need to be closed this year.
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Forester's five favourite fungi in the Forest

2 November 2017
 by 
Stephen Coffey
Head Forester, Stephen, shares some of his favourite fungi to be found in the Forest.
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Beth Brook - One year on, the progress continues

6 September 2017
 by 
Heart of England Forest
To celebrate the end of her first year in charge at the Heart of England Forest, we caught up with our Chief Executive Officer.
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Beautiful Butterflies

5 July 2017
 by 
Mike Slater
Warwickshire's butterfly expert, Mike Slater, reports on butterflies to look out for in the Forest.
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The riches of ragwort

7 June 2017
 by 
Sophie Leszczynska
Often unfairly maligned, ragwort is nevertheless a valuable wildflower, providing a home and a source of food to no less than 77 insect species.
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