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    Protected trees: how to know which trees are protected

    Our guide explains the different methods of protection, how to check what’s already in place and what you can do to protect trees that are important to you.

    Nicole Hillier  •  17 Jul 2020

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    Summer tree identification: can you name these nine trees?

    Which trees do you recognise? Test your knowledge and see if you can get top marks!

    Helen Keating  •  13 Jul 2020

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    Foxglove and other poisonous plants

    A quick guide to five of the most poisonous plants you may encounter on a countryside walk in the UK. Learn how to recognise them and get fascinating facts on their toxicity.

    Helen Keating  •  01 Jul 2020

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    Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw and Clive Anderson

    In another special lockdown episode, Clive Anderson - broadcaster, comedy writer and Woodland Trust president - gives us a tour of his North London garden.

    Adam Shaw  •  29 Jun 2020

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    How to attract wildlife to your garden: 5 top tips

    Try our top tips on how to make your garden a haven for wildlife and you can enjoy the sights and sounds of nature knowing that you’re making a difference.

    Charlie Mellor  •  26 Jun 2020

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    Broadleaf's summer issue is out now

    At a time of crisis for woods and people alike, our latest members’ magazine takes a hopeful look at how we can help trees in need, and what they do for us.

    Kit Buchan  •  19 Jun 2020

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    10 more weird and wacky woodland wildlife wonders

    We've compiled a top ten list of wacky but wonderful wildlife to show that nature’s little secrets are continuing to amaze.

    Andy Bond  •  17 Jun 2020

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    Campaigns update: join the call for a green recovery

    As recovery from the coronavirus pandemic begins, we need to press government to remember the nature and climate crises. Find out how you can help.

    Charlotte Jones  •  16 Jun 2020

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    Squirrel nests: where and how do they build them?

    Find out what squirrel nests looks like, where you can spot them and how you can help our native red squirrel.

    Charlie Mellor  •  09 Jun 2020

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    Woodland Walks podcast with Adam Shaw and Tracy Chevalier

    With normal podcast recording hampered by lockdown, author Tracy Chevalier introduces us to her favourite Hampstead Heath trees.

    Adam Shaw  •  08 Jun 2020

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