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Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw and Kathy Clugston
Kathy Clugston, host of Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time, takes us on a walk to Belfast's Ormeau Park and chats to us about her career and playing the ukelele.
Adam Shaw • 19 Jan 2021
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11 waterfall walks to visit in our woods
From gently tumbling streams to powerful cascades, waterfalls are mesmerising. Check out the best waterfall walks in and around our woods across the UK.
Charlie Mellor • 15 Jan 2021
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Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw and Woodland Trust guests
We chat to staff from the Trust to find out more about their fascinating roles and woodland experiences, from wacky games to musical inspiration.
Adam Shaw • 12 Jan 2021
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Lockdown activities for kids: ideas for winter
Keep your family active during lockdown and discover nature with these fun indoor and outdoor ideas.
Danielle Wesley • 05 Jan 2021
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Eco-friendly ways to recycle Christmas waste
Enjoy the festivities while limiting your environmental impact with our tips on how to responsibly dispose of Christmas cards, trees, wrapping and food.
Charlie Mellor • 24 Dec 2020
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How to identify winter trees quiz - twigs, buds and silhouettes
When deciduous trees shed their leaves in winter, identification can be tricky. But even on bare trees there are clues to look out for. Take this quiz and test your winter tree ID knowledge.
Helen Keating • 17 Dec 2020
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Bats about trees: winter Broadleaf is out now
It’s been a shocker of a year, but our latest issue of Broadleaf brings glad tidings for Christmas: news that the nation is cheering louder than ever for trees.
Elisabeth Crump • 15 Dec 2020
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9 fun ideas for family winter walks
Head out into the fresh air and get inspired with our ideas for winter woodland walks - enjoy spotting wildlife, scavenger hunts, winter picnics and more.
Danielle Wesley • 14 Dec 2020
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Five ways to prepare your garden for winter wildlife
As the weather turns cooler, we look at five ways you can prepare your garden to help wildlife through the tough winter months.
Hannah Vickers • 09 Dec 2020
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Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw and Dan Snow
We meet Dan Snow for a walk in the New Forest to discover he's not just a historian - he's also a self-confessed tree hugger.
Adam Shaw • 04 Dec 2020