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Wrexham sweet chestnut in the running for European Tree of the Year
Hot on the heels of being crowned the UK’s Tree of the Year 2023, a 480-year old sweet chestnut tree in Wrexham’s Acton Park is in the running to be crowned European Tree of the Year. Public votes are now open.
Lydia Tomkinson • 01 Feb 2024
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Biggest ever crop of hawthorn berries brings good news for wildlife
A bumper hawthorn berry crop this autumn – the biggest since records began 20 years ago – is bringing a big boost for wildlife.
Andy Bond • 03 Nov 2023
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Celebrations Beckon For Wrexham’s 'Party Tree' Crowned Tree of the Year 2023
Wrexham doubles down on city success as a 480-year-old sweet chestnut in Acton Park is crowned Tree of the Year in the Woodland Trust competition.
Ruby Nutting • 19 Oct 2023
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Urban focus takes centre stage as Woodland Trust reveals Tree of the Year candidates
An oak that survived a wartime bomb, the tree that shaded Queen Elizabeth I on summer picnics and one of the UK’s most famous elms are all in the running to be crowned Tree of the Year in the latest round of the competition organised by the Woodland Trust.
Owen Phillips • 16 Aug 2023
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Faughan Valley Woodlands officially opens unveiling a haven for nature and people
Small fragmented woodlands along and across the River Faughan have been connected to benefit people, nature and climate in Northern Ireland.
Lynsey Nixon • 01 Aug 2023
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Trees on farms vital for food, climate and nature: new event to share groundbreaking research
Trees could be the key to ensuring food production amidst climate change and biodiversity loss, according to farmers and researchers who will be leading the charge at the UK's first agroforestry show.
Andy Bond • 12 Jul 2023
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Climate action: water your street trees
Rising temperatures and dry spells are leading to an increasing loss of new street trees, but the nation can do its bit, urge tree groups.
Natalie Stephenson • 13 Jun 2023
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Visit the Woodland Trust's bluebell woods in full bloom
The Woodland Trust Northern Ireland wants to welcome visitors to sites throughout the region to enjoy the spectacular springtime sight of a bluebell-carpeted woodland.
Glynis Watt • 11 May 2023
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UK’s first Agroforestry Show to explore the perks of farming with trees
Hundreds of farmers and foresters can discover the benefits of farming with trees for sustainable food production in the UK’s first Agroforestry Show.
Andy Bond • 23 Mar 2023
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Sophie and the Salad Garden: unbe-leaf-able effort gives people in Cardiff free trees
A volunteer from Cardiff is demonstrating the power of community spirit by encouraging local residents to take part in the My Tree, Our Forest tree giveaway.
Sophie Thomas • 10 Mar 2023