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Use the power of nature to boost the health of your students.

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The SCATTER project

The SCATTER project used cutting edge LiDAR scanning technology to create 3D models of ancient and veteran oak trees across the UK, so we can better understand and manage these living legends for the future.

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When you fundraise in aid of the Woodland Trust, you accept the terms and conditions set out here.

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The power of trees - KS3 assembly

Inspire secondary students with this presentation about the incredible way trees benefit people and the planet. This assembly can also support your school's tree-planting activities.

Trees woods and wildlife

Tree of the Year 2025

Vote for your favourite tree to help us crown this year's Tree of the Year. 

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Supporters – children and young people

This is our privacy policy made especially for children and young people. If you’re under 12, it’s a good idea to read this with a parent, carer or another adult you trust. 

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Tree ID for kids

Help youngsters learn how to identify trees through the seasons with our tree-spotting activities.

Danielle Wesley  •  02 Mar 2020

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The Agroforestry Show - 10-11 September 2025

Join farmers, foresters, advisors, funders and more for two days of inspirational workshops, talks, field walks, equipment demonstrations, exhibitions and market stalls.

Wed 10 Sep 2025  •  Woodoaks Farm, Denham Way, Maple Cross, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire WD3 9XQ

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The Man Who Planted Trees - KS2 assembly

Inspire your pupils with this thought-provoking tale that shows how one person's actions can make a lasting difference. This assembly can also support your school's tree-planting activities.

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Sparking change: celebrating the youth council's achievements

Discover what our fantastic youth council have achieved so far.

Protecting trees and woods

The Green Recovery Challenge Fund

In March 2022, we completed a 15-month project with the National Trust to restore damaged woods and conserve neglected ancient trees thanks to funding from Defra.

Trees woods and wildlife

Arkaig ospreys: behind the scenes of a nest camera in the Scottish Highlands

No wi-fi, no plug sockets, no film crew. Meet the people behind the camera and explore the set of the UK's most remote family drama.

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Campaign with your school

Young people have powerful voices. Encourage students to start an environmental campaign to inspire positive change for trees and woods.

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Trees woods and wildlife

Red-necked longhorn beetle

The red-necked longhorn beetle is native to eastern Asia and is a serious threat to trees in the genus Prunus like cherries and plums. Its larvae tunnel and feed under the bark and in the wood causing low fruit yield and possible death.