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About us
Conservation research grants
We fund applied and policy driven research that addresses issues facing the conservation of the UK’s native woods and trees. We welcome research proposals that address our priority research themes and will help us to achieve our strategic goals: to protect, create and restore native woods and trees, for wildlife and for people.
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About us
We protect
We fight to protect woods and trees, preventing the loss of irreplaceable habitat, nature and carbon stores for a healthier future for everyone.
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Plant trees
Leicestershire tree giveaway
In partnership with Lloyds Banking Group, we gave away thousands of trees to farmers across Leicestershire.
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About us
Jobs and vacancies
We want to see a UK rich in native woods and trees, for people and wildlife. Could you help us achieve it?
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Trees woods and wildlife
Caledonian forest and native conifer woods
For millennia, Caledonian pine forests blanketed loch sides and glen. Home to myth, legend, and rare wildlife, only a tiny fragment of this once vast landscape now remains. Other native coniferous woods include rare juniper and yew woodlands.
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Practical guidance
Benefits of woods and trees for local authorities
This document provides guidance and advice for local government to better achieve its environmental ambitions.
PDF (549 KB)
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Protecting trees and woods
Protect ancient woodland
One of the UK’s most important wildlife habitats is disappearing before our eyes.
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Blog
What do frogs eat? And more frog facts
Frogs are carnivorous amphibians; UK species feed on a range of insects. Find out more about what they eat and learn how to build a frog pond.
Rachel Hoskins • 18 Mar 2019
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Blog
What is lichen? Seven types of lichen found on trees
Lichen can be very visible on branches and bark at this time of year. They can be really difficult to identify, but here are seven common lichens that grow on trees.
Kylie Harrison Mellor • 24 Apr 2019
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Case study
Trees planting on farms without affecting subsidies
A partnership trial to demonstrate how grazing and trees can work together, and to secure new policy which allows farmers to plant without being penalised.
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