News
A first for the purple emperor in the Forest
The purple emperor is the UK’s second-largest butterfly, with females having a wingspan of over 9cm across. However, the male is arguably a more impressive butterfly, with upper wings that reflect a blueish-purple hue. Find out more about how this rare butterfly is faring in the Forest - we have exciting news!
BioBlitz 2024: The results
Our fourth BioBlitz took place in the Forest at our 62 acre site at Gorcott Hill this year on Friday 5th July - Saturday 6th July. Despite the challenging weather conditions we had this year a total of 209 species were recorded within 24 hours!
Autumn Equinox: Connecting your senses with nature
It is the season of woolly hats and cosy nights at home; pumpkin-picking and spiced lattes; bonfires and harvest festivals; but there is more to this time of year than you may realise.
Green hay and wildflower meadow generation
Creating the Heart of England Forest is not just about planting trees - it is about creating, growing and enhancing a
Veteran and ancient trees - what’s the difference?
We explore the benefits that ancient and veteran trees bring to people and wildlife and discuss the difference between them.
Behind the scenes: Growing the Forest one seed at a time
With autumn in the air, seeds, berries, and nuts are abundant in the Forest. Our fantastic volunteers have already made good headway into the collection of healthy seeds that will become the next generation of Forest trees.
Spotlight on: Pollinators
With a significant decline in pollinating insects and species-rich grasslands in the UK, find out how the Heart of England Forest is working to enhance biodiversity by creating diverse habitats to support our native pollinators.
