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Protecting trees and woods
Cutting down trees: law and legislation
Whether you want to fell a tree or protect one from felling, protection and preservation laws can be complex. Our guide explains best practice and alternatives.
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Blog
How to make a wormery
Discover how to make a wormery and uncover all about the wonders of earthworms.
Hannah Vickers • 08 May 2020
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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.
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Trees woods and wildlife
European Tree of The Year
The UK Tree of the Year, the Skipinnish Oak, placed 7th in 2025's European Tree of the Year competition.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Red campion
These flashy woodland guardians have strong links to myths and mysticism. They are favourites of plenty of woodland insects – and fairies – and bloom a cheerful pink soon after the bluebell has finished flowering.
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London Borough of Hillingdon Wood
Mad Bess & North Riding Wood
Greater London
56.61 ha (139.88 acres)
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Durham Wildlife Trust Wood
Baal Hill Wood
County Durham
19.95 ha (49.30 acres)
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Dartford Borough Council Wood
Darenth Wood and Ladies Wood
Kent
46.74 ha (115.49 acres)
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Southampton City Council Wood
Freemantle Common
Hampshire
3.10 ha (7.66 acres)
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Visiting woods
Ancient Tree Inventory
Ancient trees need special care and protection. There are thousands of ancient trees in the UK and we need your help to find out where they are.