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Trees woods and wildlife
Muntjac deer
Small and secretive. Muntjac are an attractive, but potentially damaging, addition to our woodlands, having been introduced in the 20th century.
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Protecting trees and woods
Rescue our Forgotten Forests
Ancient woods are at a critical turning point and this could be our last chance to save them. Urge governments to launch a rescue plan before it’s too late.
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About us
We protect
We fight to protect woods and trees, preventing the loss of irreplaceable habitat, nature and carbon stores for a healthier future for everyone.
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About us
We restore
We bring damaged ancient woods back to life, restoring irreplaceable ecosystems to improve landscape resilience so that nature and people can thrive.
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Video
How trees capture and store carbon
Photosynthesis is made simple as you take a journey into the leaf of a tree with our animation and discover how trees capture and store carbon.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Red campion
These flashy woodland guardians have strong links to myths and mysticism. They are favourites of plenty of woodland insects – and fairies – and bloom a cheerful pink soon after the bluebell has finished flowering.
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Privacy policy
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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Visiting woods
Woodland Walks podcast
Explore our incredible woods with host Adam Shaw as he chats to the dedicated people behind these special places and meets nature-loving celebrities.
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Plant trees
Tree pack application
Request a free tree pack for your school or community.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Caledonian forest and native conifer woods
For millennia, Caledonian pine forests blanketed loch sides and glen. Home to myth, legend, and rare wildlife, only a tiny fragment of this once vast landscape now remains. Other native coniferous woods include rare juniper and yew woodlands.