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10 eco-friendly gifts for under £10

On a budget this Christmas? We’ve handpicked 10 affordable eco-friendly gifts that show you care for your loved ones and the environment too.

Charlie Mellor  •  23 Oct 2024

Trees woods and wildlife

Buzzing spider

Keep a keen ear out for this leaf-lover with real rhythm. Look for the buzzing spider on leaves and stems of deciduous trees and shrubs in woods and parks.

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11 waterfall walks to visit in our woods

From gently tumbling streams to powerful cascades, waterfalls are mesmerising. Check out the best waterfall walks in and around our woods across the UK.

Charlie Mellor  •  15 Jan 2021

Practical guidance

Keeping rivers cool: shade for climate change adaptation

Practical guidance on using trees to shade rivers, helping freshwater habitats and species such as trout and salmon withstand the effects of climate change.

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Trees woods and wildlife

7-spot ladybird

A cheerful beetle with a vicious appetite, the 7-spot is our most familiar ladybird. They’re common in woods, parks and hedgerows, and a welcome pest control in gardens.

Trees woods and wildlife

Poplar hawk-moth

Big, bold and full of character. An encounter with a hawk-moth is always special, and this species is the one most likely to make your acquaintance.

Protecting trees and woods

Support our call to rescue Forgotten Forests

Many ancient woodlands are damaged by timber plantations, but we have a golden opportunity to save them and the wildlife, history and carbon capture that comes with them. Please help us give them a future.

Trees woods and wildlife

White admiral

Found exclusively in woodland, the white admiral is a stunning butterfly with a delicate gliding flight. Unlike its sun-loving peers, this black and white beauty prefers shady spots to relax in.