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Dog’s mercury

A poisonous coloniser of ancient woodland, dog’s mercury is quick to sweep over the wood floor, sometimes outcompeting more delicate ancient woodland species.

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Walking dogs in our woods

Dogs are welcome for walkies in our woods. Take a look at our tips and guidelines for ensuring we keep our woods safe and special for dogs and wildlife.

Visiting woods

Commercial dog walking in our woods

Find out how to apply for a licence for commercial dog walking in some of our woodlands. 

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Winter picnics: hot food ideas and recipes

Keep warm on a winter picnic with our recipes and food ideas, including mulled apple juice, hot dogs, chilli pitta pockets and jacket potatoes.

Danielle Wesley  •  05 Jan 2023

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Summer butterfly walk at Heartwood Forest

Learn how to identify different butterfly species on a short guided walk through the insect-rich habitats of Heartwood Forest.

Sat 27 Jun 2026  •  Heartwood Forest, Sandridge

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Woodland creation and management guided walk at Heartwood Forest

Discover the story of Heartwood Forest from beginning to now, 18 years since we started planting and restoring this thriving woodland.

Sat 11 Jul 2026  •  Heartwood Forest, Sandridge

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Moth catching demonstration at Heartwood Forest

Discover the fascinating world of moths this summer with our catching demonstration at Heartwood Forest.

Sat 11 Jul 2026  •  Heartwood Forest, Sandridge

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Autumn colour walk at Heartwood Forest Arboretum

Admire the beautiful Heartwood Arboretum in all its splendid autumn glory with a short guided walk!

Sat 10 Oct 2026  •  Heartwood Arboretum, Sandridge

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Tree ID for beginners at Heartwood Forest Arboretum

Come along on a tree ID walk in Heartwood Arboretum as we celebrate 10 years of our native tree collection!

Sun 26 Jul 2026  •  Heartwood Arboretum, Sandridge

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Wildflower walk at Heartwood Forest Arboretum

Join us for a wildflower walk at Heartwood Forest Arboretum, as we celebrate 10 years of our native tree collection!

Sun 28 Jun 2026  •  Heartwood Arboretum, Sandridge

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Guided walk on arable plants at Langley Vale Wood

Discover the rare arable plants that call Langley Vale Wood home with a guided walk around the woodland.

Tue 30 Jun 2026  •  Langley Vale Wood, Langley Vale

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Treescapism exhibition 26–27 June 2026

Immerse yourself in an imagined urban future of Wales, characterised by equitable access to trees, vibrancy and green spaces. 

Fri 26 Jun 2026  •  Splott Community Volunteers, Cardiff

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Family bug hunt at Heartwood Forest Arboretum

Discover the minibeasts that call Heartwood home in this fun-filled family session.

Thu 06 Aug 2026  •  Heartwood Arboretum, Sandridge

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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? Find out where, when and how to see them in our woods.

Rory Morrow  •  20 Feb 2026

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Early spring flowers quiz: 12 flowering plants and shrubs

Want to identify blooms spotted on a refreshing woodland walk or bring some early colour to your garden? Take our quiz to discover some of the most common early flowerers.

Charlie Mellor  •  16 Feb 2026