Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

Forests are at the heart of who we are

18 March 2026
 by 
Rob MacKenzie, Professor of Atmospheric Science
What if our future depends on something we’ve always been part of but have gradually forgotten? Forests are more than landscapes or resources; they are deeply intertwined with our origins, our climate, and our survival.
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Orchids - precious plants in the Forest

1 May 2018
 by 
Sophie Leszczynska
Find out more about 'Mother Nature's masterpiece' and where to spot it in the Forest.
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What's in a name?

1 March 2018
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Find out how we designate different names to areas of the Forest.
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Coughton Park – a designated Local Wildlife Site

1 March 2018
 by 
Sophie Leszczynska
Owned by The Heart of England Forest since 2012, Coughton Park is a large mainly coniferous and formerly commercial forest set within the footprint of an ancient woodland.
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The Big Tree Plant continues

31 January 2018
 by 
Heart of England Forest
In late 2016 we purchased a large swathe of land at Sheriffs Lench where, thanks to our volunteers, over 11,000 new trees have been planted so far.
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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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