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Protecting trees and woods

Growing the future: Woodland Trust General Election manifesto priorities

Action to protect, restore and expand our native woods and trees is at the heart of the change we need. 

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

How invasive non-native species threaten our woods

Invasive species impact our environment and wildlife, are costly to the economy, and can even pose a risk to our health. Find out what you can do to help.

Sally Bavin  •  05 Oct 2023

Video

Clearing Runtington Wood of invasive plants

Elsa Godfrey, owner of Runtington Wood in Sussex, explains the steps she has taken to clear her ancient woodland of rhododendron with the help of volunteers and the Woodland Trust.

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Trees woods and wildlife

Pear

First introduced around AD 995, the diverse and delicious pear is a favourite with wildlife and people alike.

Protecting trees and woods

Government’s nature recovery plans in England fall short

Government plans to halt nature’s decline in England by 2030 don't go far enough. We need more meaningful action to save our wildlife and environment.

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Glen Quey Moss: a vital habitat saved

We’re protecting this unique site in the Ochil Hills for the benefit of local wildlife, the community and the climate.

Position statement

Bovine TB in cattle and badgers - the Woodland Trust's position

The Woodland Trust does not support the culling of badgers as a means of eradicating or controlling bovine TB and will refuse access to its sites for this purpose.

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