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Why do woodlands smell so good?

What is it that makes nature smell so distinctive and why do we find it so appealing? Read our blog to find out. 

Hanako Shimada  •  03 Sept 2026

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How to calculate and reduce your carbon footprint

Learn how to calculate your carbon footprint and the role trees can play in helping to limit your environmental impact.

Rory Morrow  •  28 Aug 2026

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Grass snake or adder? How to tell the difference between UK reptiles

Discover more about common native reptiles and where you can find them with our UK snakes and lizards guide.

Rory Morrow  •  27 Aug 2026

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8 Benefits of exercising in nature

Find out why exercising in woodland can benefit your workout, boost your mood and improve your wellbeing.

Hanako Shimada  •  19 Aug 2026

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What do hedgehogs eat? And how to feed them

Hedgehogs need our help and you can make a difference. Check out our lists of what hedgehogs can and can't eat, when to feed them and other hedgehog facts.

Charlie Mellor  •  17 Aug 2026

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Best woods near 12 UK cities

Here's our pick of great woods in and around 12 UK cities for sanctuary seekers, wildlife watchers, fitness fans and history hounds alike.

Charlie Mellor  •  13 Aug 2026

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Foraging in August: find wild food this summer

Blackberries, rowan berries and crab apples are all ripening this month. Here are the best wild edible plants to collect in August, with top tips and recipes on how to use them.

Rory Morrow  •  12 Aug 2026

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Designing your garden to better survive a heatwave 

Heatwaves are becoming more common, read our tips on how to design a resilient garden to help cope with a changing climate. 

Hanako Shimada  •  11 Aug 2026

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British newts: an identification guide

Learn to tell the difference between the UK's three newt species with our quick and easy identification guide.

Rory Morrow  •  06 Aug 2026

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Signs of summer in nature

Discover the signs of the changing seasons – look for trees in full leaf, summer flowers blooming, butterflies, bats, grasshoppers and more.

Hannah Rudd  •  04 Aug 2026

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Best elderberry recipes for syrup, wine and baking

Try our elderberry recipes for syrup, wine and muffins while these delicate, flavour-packed berries are in season.

Charlotte Varela  •  03 Aug 2026

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Rook, crow or raven? How to tell the difference

Crows, rooks and ravens are all part of the crow family and can be tricky to identify. Here are our tips on how to tell them apart.

Sally Bavin  •  31 Jul 2026

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9 easy blackberry recipes and foraging tips

Go foraging for blackberries and get inspired with our simple recipes for blackberry crumble, ice lollies, flapjacks, pies, pancakes and more.

Danielle Wesley  •  23 Jul 2026

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How do heatwaves affect wildlife?

As the UK experiences extreme heat and drought, we take a look at the potentially catastrophic effects of heatwaves on wildlife from early fruit ripening to a false autumn.

Rory Morrow  •  23 Jul 2026

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When to prune apple and other fruit trees

Whether you're reviving an old fruit tree, shaping a new one, or encouraging a jumper crop, here's our top advice on what to do and when to do it. From apples and pears to peaches and plums.

Hanako Shimada  •  22 Jul 2026

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Forgotten Forests garden lives on at Hawthorn Primary School

The 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show may be over, but our garden will live on as an outdoor classroom, a sanctuary for people and wildlife and a permanent reminder of our precious ancient woodland.

Rebecca Chaney  •  20 Jul 2026

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Types of bees in the UK: how to identify mining bees, mason bees and more

With almost 300 types of bee in the UK, telling the difference between them can feel daunting. Take a look at our detailed guide to some of the most common UK bee species.

Charlotte Varela  •  17 Jul 2026

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Foraging in July: nature's best summer food for foraging

Here are our top edible wild plants to look out for in the UK in July, with tips on what to look for and how to harvest, cook and eat them.

Rory Morrow  •  16 Jul 2026

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15 outdoor summer activities for kids

Discover fun things to do at home and on days out with our outdoor summer activities for kids. Try nature scavenger hunts, wildlife spotting, pond dipping, crafts and much more.

Danielle Wesley  •  15 Jul 2026

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What is a mast year? How and why it happens

Discover what a mast year is, what it means for trees and wildlife and what the data tells us about autumn 2025.

Alex Marshall  •  13 Jul 2026