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10 best woodland walks for Boxing Day

After a hectic Christmas, Boxing Day is a great time to escape outdoors – and where better than the UK’s glorious woods? Start planning yours now with 10 of our favourite woodland Boxing Day walks for inspiration.

Charlie Mellor  •  15 Dec 2021

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Outdoor Christmas activities for families

Get out into nature this Christmas and enjoy some festive activities with your family on a woodland walk.

Danielle Wesley  •  13 Dec 2021

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7 signs of winter in nature

Winter is a magical time, with crisp mornings and chilly starlit evenings. Discover when winter really starts and some of the best signs to look and listen out for.

Charlie Mellor  •  26 Nov 2021

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COP26: key messages from the international climate summit

Find out what happened at the COP26 conference in Glasgow, and how the UK government will play a vital role in international climate talks over the next 12 months. 

Zara Holden  •  18 Nov 2021

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Trees and me: Floella Benjamin

Floella Benjamin tells us childhood tales from Trinidad, what it was like moving to London in the sixties and why being an ambassador for the Queen's Green Canopy is so important to her.

Elisabeth Crump  •  17 Nov 2021

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What can I do about climate change?

Climate change can feel overwhelming. But there's plenty you can do to have an impact. We've put together seven top tips for fighting back.

Helen Keating  •  12 Nov 2021

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Alternative charity gifts for Christmas

Our shop offers a huge variety of gifts with something for everyone for Christmas. Here are our top ideas for alternative charity gifts for the festive season.

Charlie Mellor  •  11 Nov 2021

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Top 10 woods to enjoy autumn colour

Take a look at our top 10 woods to visit for autumn colour, with sites in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. 

Hannah Vickers  •  10 Nov 2021

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British trees and shrubs to plant in your garden: 14 native tree ideas

British trees pack a big punch in your garden. Make space for one or two you’ll have year-round interest and be supporting wildlife too. Here's our top 14 native trees to plant in your garden.

Helen Keating  •  08 Nov 2021

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Best woods near 10 UK cities

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

Charlie Mellor  •  04 Nov 2021