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The UK’s spookiest trees: 9 trees with dark folklore
From enormous oaks in ancient woodland to centuries-old yews rooted in shadowy graveyards, discover the spookiest trees in the UK and how they’ve come to have such dark connections.
Rory Morrow • 16 Oct 2026
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Wales' 'tree deserts' leave communities exposed to pollution, heat and poor health
Research by Coed Cadw, the Woodland Trust in Wales, reveals stark inequalities in access to the benefits urban trees provide.
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Practical guidance
Tree planting for free range poultry farms
Incorporating trees into free range poultry farms can improve the welfare of birds and their performance. We give advice on planting design and maintenance.
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Press centre
Woodland Trust Northern Ireland welcomes Tree Protection Bill
Woodland Trust Northern Ireland has welcomed a Private Members Bill submitted at Stormont to protect trees.
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Blog
What is growing on my tree? Black spots, galls, mildew and algae
Trees can host a range of spots, patches, powders, lumps and bumps! Here’s our quick guide to some of the more common funguses, growths and colour changes.
Emilie Bonnevay • 27 Jun 2019
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Case study
Woodland restoration and the fight against tree disease
A case study examining the additional challenges the presence of tree disease can pose when restoring ancient woodland, and the measures required to tackle it.
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Press centre
Woodland Trust announces partnership with Assynt Foundation
The Assynt Foundation and Woodland Trust Scotland have entered a 30-year partnership to revitalise Glencanisp and Drumrunie Estates in the North-west highlands.
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About us
Review of the year
Take a look at the major milestones in our work for woods and trees between June 2024 and May 2025.
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Towns and cities need more trees to tackle soaring temperatures
England’s ‘tree deserts’ need more trees to tackle soaring temperatures in towns and cities, according to a new report.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Birch, silver
Pretty, pale, a symbol of purity. This common tree, with its silver-white bark, is favoured by gardeners who want to renew and purify their land for coming year.