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Join 16,000 schools taking action to help the environment. Your pupils can take part in fun, hands-on projects while improving your grounds. They'll earn certificates in recognition of their achievements and a special plaque to display in your school.
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Press centre
Young nature enthusiasts let creativity shine at Maldwyn 2024 Urdd Eisteddfod
Coed Cadw, the Woodland Trust in Wales, has announced the winners of its ‘Getting Creative With Nature’ Key Stage 2 competition, held in collaboration with the Urdd.
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Blog
What hatched here? How to identify bird egg shells
Found a fragment of egg in the garden, woods or park? Here's a quick guide to the most common UK bird eggs too help you find out which species it came from.
Helen Keating • 05 May 2020
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Position statement
Access to woodland – the Woodland Trust's position
The Woodland Trust believes everyone should have the chance to enjoy trees and woodland, which is why we maintain free and open access to the woods in our care.
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Blog
Where and when do robins nest?
The robin, with its signature red breast and tuneful song, is one of the UK’s best-loved birds. Find out where and when these fiery fellas nest, and how you can lend them a helping hand.
Hannah Vickers • 08 Feb 2019
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Video
Torriano Primary School plant our free trees with author Lauren Child
Watch the school plant our free trees for schools and communities with author Lauren Child.
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Blog
Seed dispersal: 5 ways trees spread their seeds
Trees have found several ingenious ways to ensure their seeds are spread far and wide. Some use wind or water, some use explosive force, and some hitch a ride on passing animals. We look at each of these clever methods.
Amy Lewis • 23 Aug 2019
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Discussion paper
Manifesto for the Welsh Parliament elections
Our manifesto outlines how trees can play a vital role in addressing the nature and climate crisis. They can help us rebuild an economy that's resilient to climate change, good for our wellbeing and nature-rich - one that's fit for present, and future generations.
PDF (4.78 MB)
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Practical guidance
Ancient woodland restoration – halting further decline
Practical guidance on halting further decline when beginning ancient woodland restoration, including first aid techniques for the most critically threatened areas.
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Practical guidance
Integrating trees on farms and crofts in Scotland
It's time to manage land in a way that addresses ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Agroforestry and woodland expansion projects in Scotland are key for integrating tree cover and agricultural land to complement farming systems, including crofting.
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