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Heritage Fund Grant for new evening volunteering programme secured
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.
Behind the scenes: Conservation efforts at Roundhill Wood
To create and conserve a Forest to benefit the environment, wildlife, and people for hundreds of years to come, nurturing a variety of habitats is essential to allow the Heart of England Forest to thrive in the long term. Roundhill Wood has been a key focus for our Biodiversity Team.
The life between the trees: Why hedgerows matter more than ever
Hedgerows cover half a million miles throughout the UK. As hedgerows are not only made up of trees but shrubs, climbers, and herbaceous plants, they make a perfect haven for wildlife providing food and shelter.
Feeling calm in a busy world
You may have heard terms such as emotional regulation, nature connectedness, and mental wellbeing, but what do they mean and why is it important? Find out this Mental Health Awareness Week.
A new chapter in woodland creation
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.
Unique collaboration tackles climate, biodiversity, and environmental challenges
Nearly 200 landowners and farmers and 130 community groups have benefited from a project to plant a wide variety of trees throughout the West Midlands
The Future of UK Forests
The Heart of England Forest teams up with conservation leaders and experts to discuss the future of UK forests and all the varied forms of life that depend on them.
