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Trees woods and wildlife
Why woods are good for our health and wellbeing
Along with improving our quality of life, woods and green spaces can help make us physically and mentally healthier.
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Blog
Farm diversification: ideas, grants and examples
In these days of pressurised farm incomes, trees and woods may offer a number of ways to help diversify farm income streams and bring cost savings too.
John Tucker • 23 Jan 2018
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Plant trees
Silvopasture roundels
Silvopasture roundels are a simple and cost-effective way to integrate trees into your farm and provide benefits for livestock, wildlife and more.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Ancient trees
Ancient trees are irreplaceable. Steeped in history, these impressive trees have been standing tall for hundreds of years and are invaluable homes for wildlife.
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Blog
Dawn Chorus: why do birds sing in the morning?
Learn why birds sing in the morning and other facts about the dawn chorus.
James Martin • 19 Apr 2019
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Video
Protecting and restoring temperate rainforest in Devon
See how we're working with organisations including Plantlife and the National Trust to protect and restore temperate rainforest sites across Devon.
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Case study
Harvesting woodfuel from ancient woodland restoration
A case study demonstrating how ancient woodland owners in Wales have funded restoration work through the Renewable Heat Incentive, using timber for woodfuel.
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Video
Timber production during restoration in a County Antrim woodland
Continuing a 150 year history of woodland management the Shanes Castle estate is managing its woods for timber production whilst restoring the ancient woodland.
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Press centre
Official planting figures show urgent need for more actionRead our response to the latest National Statistics on woodland released on 17 June 2021.
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Blog
What is habitat fragmentation and what does it mean for our wildlife?
Did you know that habitat fragmentation is one of the greatest threats to wildlife globally? Find out what it means and how it affects UK species like the dormouse.
James Martin • 16 Aug 2018