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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

  • Blog

    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

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    Six homemade gift ideas for Christmas

    Take a look at our ideas for some affordable and easy-to-make homemade Christmas gifts.

    Hannah Vickers  •  04 Dec 2020

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    What is a seed bank, how does it work and why is it important?

    Discover the vital work of seed banks, including facts and figures on why we store so many seeds, how long for and how they might be used in the future.  

    Rebecca Gosling  •  02 Dec 2020

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    Foraging for natural Christmas decorations

    Transform your home into a woodland wonderland this Christmas with our easy ideas for festive, foraged home decor. 

    Helen Keating  •  01 Dec 2020

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    How to make a holly wreath

    Read our tips and step by step guide on how to make your own festive wreath from holly and other natural foraged materials.

    Kate Lewthwaite  •  24 Nov 2020

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    Top tips for an eco-friendly and sustainable Christmas

    Sustainable choices at Christmas could help the planet, save you money and make the holiday season more memorable too! Check out our top tips.

    Charlie Mellor  •  20 Nov 2020

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    Staying safe in our woods during the pandemic

    As coronavirus pandemic restrictions tighten across the UK, our woods will remain open for visitors to continue to enjoy.

    Darren Moorcroft  •  06 Nov 2020

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    How and when to plant fruit trees

    Find out how to choose the best fruit tree for you and your garden, when and where to plant them and the benefits they bring for wildlife.

    Helen Keating  •  05 Nov 2020

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    How to protect your plants in winter

    Top tips on how to protect your garden plants from wind, rain, frost and snow, plus other garden jobs for winter: planning, planting and helping wildlife.

    Kate Lewthwaite  •  04 Nov 2020

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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 2020.

    Lorienne Whittle  •  27 Oct 2020

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    Tree of the Year 2020 set to be felled on London street

    The Happy Man Tree is England’s Tree of the Year 2020, but it will soon be felled. Read the tree's story and find out how to save your local trees from the same fate.

    Adam Cormack  •  23 Oct 2020

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