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Woodland Trust expresses shock at London ancient oak tree felling
Police are looking into the mysterious felling of one of London’s largest and most significant ancient trees at Whitewebbs Park in Enfield.
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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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Protecting trees and woods
Thermal imaging of urban trees in Cardiff
With average temperatures and heatwaves getting more intense, we we commissioned Ti Thermal Imaging Ltd to reveal how trees can help us cope.
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Press centre
Farmers share tales of 'living legends' and nature on their land
From an ancient oak which survived a hit from a Lancaster Bomber in World War Two to a 150-year-old pear tree – classically taken portraits tell a story of how farmers are helping to protect ancient and veteran trees.
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Blog
When do blue tits nest?
A sure sign of the start of spring is the sight of blue tits zipping back and forth to nest boxes, beaks full of moss. Find out when, where and how long blue tits nest, when their chicks fledge, and how important it is that they time things just right.
Amy Lewis • 12 Feb 2019
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Blog
Ancient tree quiz: test your knowledge
How much do you know about old and ancient trees in the UK? How long do they live and where can you find them? Take the quiz.
Helen Keating • 14 Jun 2022
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Protecting trees and woods
Urge the Senedd to restore nature with trees on farms
Our Ten Asks for Trees would boost the Sustainable Farming Scheme’s impact for Wales’ people and landscape. Urge the Senedd to make them happen.
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Plant trees
Free trees in action
From schools and sports clubs to forest gardens and outdoor gyms, find out how free tree packs are helping groups across the country to create a greener, healthier future for people and nature.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Ivy
Clingy, luscious, misunderstood. Ivy has long been accused of strangling trees, but it doesn’t harm the tree at all, and even supports at least 50 species of wildlife.
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Keep living legends alive
Most of our oldest trees are not legally protected. We're urging governments across the UK to change that. Add your voice to our call for improved protection laws.