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Shieldbug identification: 10 common UK shieldbugs
There are a number of shieldbug species in the UK, characterised by their flat, often triangular bodies and distinctive, shield-like shapes on their backs. Learn to tell which is which with our quick and easy guide to some of Britain's most familiar types.
Amy Lewis • 14 May 2021
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Plant trees
Woodland Carbon
Get paid for planting new woodland for areas of over 5 hectares with our Woodland Carbon scheme. Your new woodland will be assessed for its carbon-locking potential and you'll be paid in Woodland Carbon Units with associated costs covered, too.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Hawfinch
This big-billed heavyweight can easily crush a cherry stone, but the UK’s largest finch is shy and hard to spot, spending most of its time in the canopy.
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Woodland Trust chief executive's statement on State of UK Climate Report
Darren Moorcroft, Woodland Trust chief executive, has made a statement in response to the Met Office’s State of UK Climate Report, which the Energy Secretary has labelled a “stark warning” to take action on climate and nature.
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Partnerships
E.ON Next
E.ON Next is donating a portion of its fixed tariffs to help us breathe new life into ancient woodlands.
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Plant trees
Creating a woodland: planning and design
Growing a wood from scratch is an ambitious undertaking, but thorough planning will put you on the path to success.
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Visiting woods
Heather Wood
This ancient woodland site is home to a valuable mosaic of habitats.
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Visiting woods
College Wood
Steeped in rich history, this enchanting ancient woodland dates back at least 600 years and once belonged to King Henry VIII.
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Gift Aid: increasing the power of your donation
Find out what Gift Aid is, how it works, and why it's so important for our charity.
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Snaizeholme: your questions answered
Our acquisition of Snaizeholme sparked the imagination and interest of thousands of Woodland Trust members and supporters who donated to the appeal and contacted us with questions. Here we answer some of the most common queries.