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About us
Who can apply for research funding?
We welcome applications for Small Research Grant funding from individual investigators and project teams with an interest in the conservation of UK woods and trees.
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Fundraising FAQs
Advice on fundraising for the Woodland Trust, getting your money to us, and on how we spend your money.
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Support us
Guidance for fundraisers
Find all the information you need to make sure you're raising money for us legally and safely.
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Blog
11 waterfall walks to visit in our woods
From gently tumbling streams to powerful cascades, waterfalls are mesmerising. Check out the best waterfall walks in and around our woods across the UK.
Charlie Mellor • 15 Jan 2021
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Trees woods and wildlife
Oyster mushroom
Carnivorous and oyster-like in appearance, these large, fleshy mushrooms are common throughout the UK's woodlands. They have a signature fan-shaped cap and are edible with a slight odour similar to aniseed.
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Blog
Why are bees important? And how you can help them
Bees are important for wildlife, for woods and trees, and even for our own lives. Find out why, discover why bees are in trouble and learn how you can help them.
Charlotte Varela • 26 Apr 2023
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Blog
How to attract robins to your garden
Learn how to make your garden a home for Britain's favourite bird.
James Martin • 27 Jan 2020
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Blog
Rook, crow or raven? How to tell the difference
Crows, rooks and ravens are all part of the crow family and can be tricky to identify. Here are our tips on how to tell them apart.
Sally Bavin • 14 Jan 2020
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Woodland Trust Wood
Deans Wood
Livingston
16.27 ha (40.20 acres)
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About us
Our founder – Kenneth Watkins OBE
We are the UK's largest woodland conservation charity, but were established from humble beginnings in 1972. Find out all about the man behind it all.