Russell Hedley

Marketing & Communications Officer

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Being a born and bred Boltonian, I enjoy nothing more than getting out into our surrounding countryside and exploring, particularly for signs of wildlife.

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Become a wildlife recorder

By Russell Hedley, 27 November 2018, Volunteering, Wildlife & nature, Things to see and do

Woodland is one of the best habitats to see our brilliant British wildlife and recording the species we see is vital. Find out why and how you can help.

Winter Hill fire still smoking at Smithills

By Russell Hedley, 16 August 2018, Wildlife & nature, Threats, Our woods

The fire at Smithills had officially been declared out, but after smoke was spotted again, we’re urging visitors to take care of the site and themselves.

Smithills fire update

By Russell Hedley, 8 August 2018, Wildlife & nature, Our woods

One of the largest scale incidents we've faced took place this summer when the top of the Smithills Estate was engulfed in flames. We take a look at how the site is doing now and what the future holds.

Smithills species milestone

By Russell Hedley, 5 June 2018, Wildlife & nature, Things to see and do, Our woods

Our third annual bioblitz has recorded the 1000th species at Smithills, but what was it?

Smithills upland fringe

By Russell Hedley, 9 May 2018, Tree planting, Our woods, Wildlife & nature

When planting in the upland fringe, choosing the right trees is crucial to growing successful woods. So which trees have we planted at Smithills?

First Northern Forest trees

By Russell Hedley, 16 March 2018, Tree planting, Our woods

The first trees of the Northern Forest have been planted at Smithills. To mark this momentous day, we invited a few special guests along to kickstart the project.

Smithills Estate protected

By Russell Hedley, 19 January 2018, Our woods

After two and a half years of managing Smithills, we can now announce successful purchase of the final third of the site.

Super year for Smithills

By Russell Hedley, 11 December 2017, Our woods, Volunteering

As we near the 100th member mark, we look back at how the Smithills Supporters Group have made the project is what it is today.

Heritage Lottery Fund success for Smithills

By Russell Hedley, 8 November 2017, Our woods

The Smithills Estate has been successful in our £1.9 million HLF bid. This will kick start a 20 year project on the estate that will aid the local economy, nature and visitor experience.

The history of Two Lads Cairn

By Russell Hedley, 28 June 2017, Our woods

It’s a landmark that can be seen from across Greater Manchester, but what is Two Lads Cairn, and what’s up with the name?

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