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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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Blog
8 enchanting rainforests to explore in the UK
UK rainforests are even rarer than their tropical counterparts, and just as beautiful. Brimming with wildlife, entwined with local history and overflowing with magic, here are eight of the best to explore.
Charlotte Varela • 12 Mar 2025
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Your support is crucial if we’re to protect precious woods and trees – for the wildlife that can’t survive without them, for all of us who depend on them, and for the future.
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Research report
Evaluating the use and benefits of trees on dairy farms
A research report on how tree planting supports dairy farms and animal welfare through mitigating pollution runoff, protecting water and providing shelter.
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Press centre
Skipinnish Oak crowned UK Tree of the Year 2024
A centuries-old oak nestled in the heart of Lochaber, Scotland, has been dubbed ‘Tree of the Year’ in the Woodland Trust’s prestigious competition.
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Heartwood Forest appeal, St Albans
Our supporters helped us create the largest new native forest in England. Just a stone's throw from London, Heartwood Forest offers a place to escape without travelling far from the city.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Ash
One of our most beloved trees. Ash is one of the most common trees in the UK, but as ash dieback sweeps through, is it set to be erased from our countryside?
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Case study
Trees mean better business for egg production
The CEO of a free range egg producer advocates tree planting as an active part of farm management for the commercial and welfare benefits they deliver.
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Boosting biodiversity at RAF Benson Primary School
Teaching assistant Adèle explains why the school’s free tree pack is great news for pupils, wildlife and the environment.
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Video
Combatting flooding and soil erosion with trees
Leicestershire-based farmer Rachael Spence talks about how planting trees with the MOREwoods scheme has improved drainage and soil quality on her smallholding.
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