Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

The Heart of England Forest is offering hope to butterflies

31 March 2026
 by 
The Heart of England Forest
Heart of England Forest combats UK butterfly decline by restoring habitats and connecting landscapes, supporting species recovery and demonstrating conservation success despite national population declines
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Are we seeing signs of spring too soon?

12 February 2025
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Worrying reports from across the United Kingdom state that with spring happening almost a month ahead of schedule it could be detrimental to our ecosystems. We share our insights and concerns for woodlands and future biodiversity.
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275,000 trees planted in the last three years thanks to project

11 February 2025
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Over 275,000 trees have been planted in the West Midlands as part of an ambitious three-year project to deliver tree planting across our local landscape and community spaces. 
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Frog and toad spotting in the Forest

30 January 2025
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Help us protect frogs and toads in the Forest by taking part in our spawn sighting survey.
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Be Part of Something Bigger: Volunteer with the Heart of England Forest

10 January 2025
 by 
Ben Toney, Head of Volunteering
The start of a new year invites us to be the best we can be. Begin 2025 by giving back to nature and yourself. Volunteering can be a brilliant way to achieve this. Ben Toney, Head of Volunteering, explains more.
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The Forest in the fight against flooding

2 January 2025
 by 
Dave Throup, Trustee
With extreme weather events and flooding on the increase, the Forest has a vital role to play in flood alleviation. Dave Throup, charity trustee and flooding expert, explains.
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Winter wildlife watch

23 December 2024
 by 
Heart of England Forest
Wildlife in the Heart of England Forest faces challenges during the cold winter months, as food and shelter are in short supply. Different species cope with seasonal changes in different ways, and there is evidence of this around the Forest.
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