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Our people
The passionate and committed people who work here are the roots of everything we do as the UK’s largest woodland conservation charity.
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11 rare birds in Britain's woodland
Find out all about 11 rare birds in British woodland, and why they are so elusive.
Charlotte Varela • 10 Apr 2019
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Trees woods and wildlife
Barn owl
With bright white feathers and a distinctive heart-shaped face, there’s no mistaking the barn owl. Catching sight of one on the wing is always a delight.
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House mouse or field mouse? Easy guide to types of UK mice, voles, rats and shrews
Are you curious about what mouse or vole you saw in your garden or out on a walk? Or did your cat bring one in and you wondered what it was? Here's a quick guide to the more common mice, voles, rats and shrews of the UK.
Helen Keating • 28 Mar 2022
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Be a hedgerow hero
Investigate hedgerow habitats and discover why they’re vital for a healthy planet.
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8 great things we’ve done for nature in 2025
From rainforest rescues to woodland research and pine marten reintroductions, read all about the incredible things we’ve achieved for nature in 2025.
Charlotte Varela • 15 Dec 2025
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Ticks: what do they look like and how to remove them
Learn how to identify ticks and the steps you can take to avoid them when walking in woodland.
Rachel Hoskins • 15 May 2019
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Trees woods and wildlife
Traveller's joy
Also known as old man’s beard, this woody member of the buttercup family is often seen scrambling over hedgerows.
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About us
BIO-WELL research
BIO-WELL is a research project that mapped woodland biodiversity for human health and wellbeing. It explored the distribution of biodiverse woodlands across the UK, so we can begin addressing inequalities in access.