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7 woods with surprising stories
From poetry and paintings to books, films and TV, check out these seven woods with surprising connections to the UK’s rich history and culture.
Chris Britt-Searle • 05 Apr 2024
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Eco-friendly travel: 10 woods to visit by train
Head off on an eco-friendly woodland adventure that starts with a romantic rail journey.
Kayleigh Jacobs-Rutter • 02 Apr 2024
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Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw - Frodsham Woods, Cheshire
Join us for a planting day at Frodsham Woods where a former golf course is transforming into a space for people to enjoy, to fight climate change and help wildlife thrive.
Adam Shaw • 28 Mar 2024
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Wander through history: fascinating ruins and relics in 10 UK woods
Walk back in time and discover heritage sites and historical ruins in some of the UK’s most enthralling woodlands, from ramparts and barrows to abandoned buildings and bomb shelters.
Chris Britt-Searle • 01 Mar 2024
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6 UK woods for stargazing
Escape light pollution and embrace the night sky to enjoy stargazing at a wood near you. Here are our favourite spots to see stars, plus handy stargazing tips.
Chris Britt-Searle • 09 Feb 2024
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10 best winter woodland walks
Embrace the simpler things in life with a winter woodland walk, when spectacular frosty landscapes and leafless trees reveal hidden history and elusive wildlife. Check out 10 of our favourite woods for inspiration.
Charlie Mellor • 16 Nov 2023
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Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw - Tring Park, Hertfordshire
Join us for an autumnal tour of Tring Park to discover fascinating historic features, important trees and the Rothschild's famous exotic animal collection!
Adam Shaw • 03 Nov 2023
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7 homemade gift ideas for Christmas
Take a look at our ideas for homemade Christmas gifts that are thoughtful, affordable and easy-to-make.
Charlie Mellor • 12 Oct 2023
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How invasive non-native species threaten our woods
Invasive species impact our environment and wildlife, are costly to the economy, and can even pose a risk to our health. Find out what you can do to help.
Sally Bavin • 05 Oct 2023
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Broadleaf autumn issue: crunch time!
Our latest members' mag includes seed-seekers hunting for forgotten species, climate change experiments in our woods, wild boar, pine martens, Kate Humble and more.
Elisabeth Crump • 22 Sep 2023
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Rare woodland animals and where to find them
Discover some of the UK's rarest woodland animals and where to spot them in the wild.
Annabel Kemp • 21 Sep 2023
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Osprey migration: facts and map
After breeding season winds up at Loch Arkaig Pine Forest, our osprey family flies south for winter. But why do ospreys take this long, dangerous trip between two homes? Here’s everything you need to know about osprey migration.
George Anderson • 30 Aug 2023
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Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw - Priory Grove, Monmouth
Discover the fascinating ancient art of coppicing as we visit Priory Grove in the Wye Valley, where the technique is still practised to benefit people and wildlife.
Adam Shaw • 25 Aug 2023
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Broadleaf summer issue: let the sunshine in
Our latest members' mag includes a leafy exploration of gorgeous Heartwood in St Albans, a hike into the Highlands and treetop hideouts with actress Charity Wakefield.
Elisabeth Crump • 26 Jun 2023
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Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw - Yonder Oak Wood, Devon
Join us to discover how this landscape will be transformed to fight climate change and benefit people and wildlife, and what designing a new wood involves.
Adam Shaw • 26 May 2023
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Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw and Tristan Gooley
In our latest episode, natural navigator Tristan Gooley teaches us how clues and signs in nature can tell us about the land, water and animals around us.
Adam Shaw • 21 Apr 2023
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Broadleaf spring issue: bring on the blossom
Our latest members' mag includes boosting productivity and tackling climate change with trees on farms, the pollinators' relationship with blossom, Alan Titchmarsh and much more.
Elisabeth Crump • 22 Mar 2023
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6 woods in the Domesday Book and other centuries-old UK woods
Ancient woods are centuries old, irreplaceable wildlife homes and carbon-crunchers, packed with fascinating history. Discover some of our amazing ancient woods in the UK, why they’re so special and how you can help protect them.
Charlie Mellor • 27 Feb 2023
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Foraging for natural Christmas decorations
Transform your home into a woodland wonderland this Christmas with our easy ideas for festive, foraged home decor.
Helen Keating • 05 Dec 2022
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How we take care of ancient and veteran trees
Protecting ancient trees is one of our top priorities. Discover how we design and manage our woods around them and how you can help.
Naomi Tilley • 26 Sep 2022