Aerial view of Spernal and Windmill Hill
News

The Future of UK Forests

17 March 2025
 by 
Heart of England Forest
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.
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Celebrating our volunteers

3 June 2024
 by 
the volunteer team, Ben, Jonathan and Kelsey
This National Volunteers’ Week we are celebrating the amazing achievements made by volunteers during this past year.
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Celebrations and mysticism at the summer solstice

28 May 2024
 by 
Heart of England Forest
The 20th June is the longest day of the year. Find out more about the many midsummer traditions that focus on trees and reconnecting with nature.
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New Chair of Trustees for the Heart of England Forest appointed

13 May 2024
 by 
The Heart of England Forest
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Heather Acton as the new Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Heart of England Forest.
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Hedgelaying: Protecting heritage and allowing nature to flourish

30 April 2024
 by 
Yolande, Assistant Forest Ranger
Step into the great outdoors and you’re sure to find one of the UK’s most valuable habitats; the hedgerow. Extending half a million miles throughout the UK, the modest hedge is a haven for wildlife providing food, shelter, and corridors through which wildlife can travel.
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Connecting with nature

30 April 2024
 by 
Helena Cashmore, Outdoor Learning Teacher
We look at our connection to nature and how it can benefit our mental wellbeing. Helena, Outdoor Learning Teacher delves into the many years of research that has reported on the positive impact that nature has on mental health as well as sharing her very own top tips.
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Survey season: Filling in data gaps nationally, regionally, and locally

30 April 2024
 by 
Jonathan, Volunteer Manager and Sam, Biodiversity Data and Survey Officer
The incredible array of habitats found in the Heart of England Forest is helping to boost diversity for plants, animals, and fungi species. We monitor the different plants and animals with the help of volunteers. But why?
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