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What do owls eat? And other owl facts
Find out all about what our feathered friends the owls eat, along with other interesting owl facts.
The Woodland Trust • 18 Jan 2019
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About us
The Bunce survey
The Bunce survey brings together 50 years of data drawn from more than 100 woods across England, Scotland and Wales. What has changed in that time? Why? And how can we use the results to nurture healthier woodlands?
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Trees woods and wildlife
Foxglove
Beautiful but deadly. This familiar flower has the power to cure and kill.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Fir, Douglas
A fragrant home for wildlife, the Douglas fir isn’t just for Christmas. First introduced in the 1800s, it’s been a valuable timber source and provided homes for the likes of red squirrels and pine martens.
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Video
Woodland Carbon Scheme: how it works
Woodland Carbon is our unique tree planting scheme that combines environmental benefits with financial rewards for farmers and landowners. Find out how it works.
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Blog
SSSI definition: what is it and what does it mean for conservation and development?
A Site of Special Scientific Interest is a formal conservation designation. Learn how they are determined, why we have them and where to see them in the UK.
Laura Cottam • 01 Mar 2019
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Protecting trees and woods
How to set up a local group and meeting
A group of passionate, like-minded people could help others understand the value of woods and trees and shape local policy.
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About us
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
We believe everyone, no matter who they are or where they live, deserves to benefit from woods and trees.
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Visiting woods
Love your woods
Our woods are home to amazing plants and animals and they're all free for people to enjoy responsibly. Show them you care with our top tips for your visit.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Deadly nightshade
Attractive, psychoactive, dangerous. Found in scrub and woodland, the deadly nightshade lives up to its name. Though highly poisonous, it feeds woodland animals and even has medicinal properties.