Woodland Trust Blog
World Migratory Bird Day: do you know when these birds arrive?
In the UK, approximately half of our bird species migrate. Do you know when to expect them?
World Mental Health Day: getting outdoors
Today is World Mental Health Day: a day to show your support for better mental health and raise awareness of mental health problems. It's also a great day to encourage people to take more care of their own mental wellbeing. One way to do this couldn't be simpler: get outdoors!
Fast growing trees for your garden
Trees bring so much to a garden. Choose the best fast growing tree for yours.
Campaign update: changes to planning legislation and more
In this month’s campaign update we’ll touch on some changes to planning law we all need to be aware of.
Taking the Northern Forest to the Labour Party Conference
We took the vision of the Northern Forest to the Labour party conference in Liverpool and were delighted by the support and enthusiasm it attracted from delegates and top politicians.
A day in the life of an urban site manager
Being a site manager means there's no such thing as a dull day! Find out more about what I get up to and some of the challenges that come my way on a typical day.
Wrexham council values its street trees and so should you
Councils are getting a bad reputation for managing urban trees, but it’s not always fair. Find out how Wrexham is demonstrating good practice, care and appreciation of its street trees.
Hedgerow jelly recipe a hit with Scottish schools
Here is a tasty jelly recipe for all you food foragers. As well as being perfect on toast, it's at the heart of a clever project to teach children about nature.
Redwings and fieldfares: identification tips and why we record them
Redwings and fieldfares start their journey south in September, so it’s time to keep your eyes peeled for the first arrivals. Check out our ID tips and tell us what you see and you could help scientists with their studies on how climate change is affecting nature.
Trees could feed livestock as climate change hits hay
As climate change hampers hay production, we’re working with Scottish crofters to explore whether tree fodder could be an alternative winter feed.
