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Trees woods and wildlife
Beech, common
Monumental, majestic, home to rare wildlife. Beech is an enchanting species and known as the queen of British trees. To wander beneath the leafy canopy, its cathedral-like branches spreading upwards, is an awe-inspiring experience.
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Woodland Trust Wood
Loch Arkaig Pine Forest
Spean Bridge
1027.31 ha (2538.48 acres)
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About us
Protecting living legends: the search for our ancient trees
Since 2006, the Ancient Tree Hunt has recorded over 233,200 ancient and veteran trees, but we've only just scratched the surface. New research is helping us discover trees so that we can better record and protect them.
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Blog
Types of moss in the UK: what they are and where to find them
Moss is marvellous! Find out why and see some common species to spot.
Kate Lewthwaite • 30 Jul 2018
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Blog
Hollow tree trunks: what are they good for?
Take a step inside a hollow tree and you take a step back through history. A hollowing trunk is a natural process and has benefits for the tree and the creatures that live in them.
Sally Bavin • 28 Jul 2023
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Plant trees
Types of woodland management
A detailed look at how and when to carry out the techniques of coppicing, pollarding, formative pruning and thinning.
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Woodland Trust Wood
Fingle Woods
Nr Dunsford Devon
265.24 ha (655.41 acres)
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Blog
UK spring blossom quiz: how well do you know tree flowers?
Do you know your cherry blossom flowers from your crab apple blossom? Take our quiz and learn more about the blooms of common native species.
Charlie Mellor • 01 May 2026
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Woodland Trust Wood
Langley Vale Wood
Langley Vale
259.69 ha (641.69 acres)
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Visiting woods
College Wood
Steeped in rich history, this enchanting ancient woodland dates back at least 600 years and once belonged to King Henry VIII.