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Celebrating International Day of Forests 2021
21 March is International Day of Forests. Watch a message from HRH The Princess Royal and join us in appreciating trees and their vast benefits.
Kerrie Jenkins • 19 Mar 2021
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How to attract frogs to your garden
Support your local wildlife and discover how to attract frogs and other amphibians to your garden with our top tips.
Hannah Vickers • 11 Mar 2021
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Planting trees to remember Captain Sir Tom Moore
Captain Sir Tom Moore was an inspiration for the nation. We're honoured his family involved us in the Trees for Tom project to remember him.
Darren Moorcroft • 05 Mar 2021
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Life cycle of a plant: seeds, shoots and roots
Plant lives have a beginning and end just like ours. Here's a roundup of the different stages plants go through, from a new seed to eventual death.
Sally Bavin • 02 Mar 2021
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Lockdown activities for kids: 6 ideas for spring
With spring finally here, we've put together a selection of activities and crafts perfect for families to enjoy during lockdown.
Hannah Vickers • 01 Mar 2021
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Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw and Paddy O'Connell
We chat to TV and radio presenter Paddy O'Connell, who also treats us to a walk with Bob the dog in Regent's Park - home to what he says is 'the most special sound in London'.
Adam Shaw • 26 Feb 2021
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How to build a nest box for birds
Find out how to make your very own DIY nest box for your garden, to give birds a safe place to nest over the coming months.
Hannah Vickers • 25 Feb 2021
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Where to see wild daffodils in the UK
Did you know that the UK is home to a native, wild species of daffodil? Forget the gaudy imposters lining roadsides and parks this spring - head to the woods for an encounter with the real thing.
Amy Lewis • 22 Feb 2021
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First signs of spring in nature
Spring is a glorious time in nature with new leaves, bright blooms and thriving wildlife. But when does spring really start and what are the key signs to look for?
Charlie Mellor • 19 Feb 2021
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Half term lockdown activities for families
Looking for things to do as a family this half term in lockdown? Take a look at our fun nature-inspired activities!
Hannah Vickers • 15 Feb 2021