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Press centre
New population of rare heath fritillary found in Kent
The heath fritillary, one of the UK’s rarest butterflies, has been discovered for the first time at the Woodland Trust’s Victory Wood in Kent.
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Press centre
Survey reveals most Scots unaware Scotland has rainforest
Research indicates most people living in Scotland’s west coast rainforest zone have no idea the threatened habitat is right on their doorstep. But when they find out, the majority are enthusiastic about protecting and expanding it.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Juniper
A cosy home for wildlife and a gin-drinker’s delight, the juniper is a much-loved evergreen that brightens up the winter months.
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Woodland Trust Wood
Hedley Hall
Sunniside
93.61 ha (231.31 acres)
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Woodland Trust Wood
Gorse Covert Mounds
Warrington
19.59 ha (48.41 acres)
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Trees woods and wildlife
Oak, Turkey
A pretender to the throne, the Turkey oak was introduced to the UK in the 1700s and is now impacting our native oak populations. It’s less valuable to wildlife, but much faster growing and a host of the knopper oak gall wasp.
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Plant trees
MOREhedges application guidance
Find out more about the MOREhedges scheme, for hedges over 100 metres with a large tree every six metres.
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Woodland Trust Wood
Smithills Estate
Bolton
685.61 ha (1694.14 acres)
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Trees woods and wildlife
Can woods and trees reduce flooding?
Trees and woods play a vital role in reducing flooding by slowing down the flow of rainwater, absorbing rainwater, and reducing erosion.
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About us
Creating a UK rich in woods and trees: the environmental impact
We’re committed to working as sustainably as possible, both in our woods and in our offices. Take a look at our vision for 2030 and how we'll get there.