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Position statement
Fracking – the Woodland Trust's position
The Woodland Trust will oppose applications for fracking activity that would impact ancient woodland and will not allow exploration on our land.
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Blog
7 signs of winter in nature
Winter is a magical time, with crisp mornings and chilly starlit evenings. Discover when winter really starts and some of the best signs to look and listen out for.
Charlie Mellor • 26 Nov 2021
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Blog
8 enchanting rainforests to explore in the UK
UK rainforests are even rarer than their tropical counterparts, and just as beautiful. Brimming with wildlife, entwined with local history and overflowing with magic, here are eight of the best to explore.
Charlotte Varela • 12 Mar 2025
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Plant trees
MOREwoods application guidance
Find out more about the MOREwoods scheme, for planting 500+ trees as woodland on at least half a hectare.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Can woods and trees reduce flooding?
Trees and woods play a vital role in reducing flooding by slowing down the flow of rainwater, absorbing rainwater, and reducing erosion.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Why we need trees
We desperately need trees to help fight climate change, save wildlife, improve our health, and more.
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Video
Tree planting for climate and biodiversity
Klare Owen is a self-proclaimed hobby farmer near Aberystwyth. In a bid to boost biodiversity, combat climate change and visually transform the landscape, she planted 2,250 trees through MOREwoods and MOREhedges.
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Your support is crucial if we’re to protect precious woods and trees – for the wildlife that can’t survive without them, for all of us who depend on them, and for the future.
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Plant trees
How to plant and maintain native hedges
The small but mighty hedge packs a punch for people and nature, sheltering wildlife, cleaning our air, capturing carbon and much more. Explore how and when to plant and prune your hedge for the best results.
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Blog
10 ways to help wildlife in autumn
We can all take small actions to help wildlife this autumn. From your balcony or workplace to the local woods and beyond, here are our ten top tips.
Charlie Mellor • 19 Oct 2022