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Discover the latest challenges and successes for woods and trees and find out how you can make a difference.
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We're committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking don't exist anywhere in our organisation, corporate activities or supply chain.
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Case study
Harvesting woodfuel from ancient woodland restoration
A case study demonstrating how ancient woodland owners in Wales have funded restoration work through the Renewable Heat Incentive, using timber for woodfuel.
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Blog
What is habitat fragmentation and what does it mean for our wildlife?
Did you know that habitat fragmentation is one of the greatest threats to wildlife globally? Find out what it means and how it affects UK species like the dormouse.
James Martin • 16 Aug 2018
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Blog
British woodpeckers: identification guide and calls
Learn to tell the difference between Britain's three resident woodpecker species with our quick guide to their appearance, sounds and behaviour.
Amy Lewis • 30 Sep 2021
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Blog
What can rings and black lines in tree trunks tell us?
We take a fascinating look at tree anatomy and explore the appearance of tree rings and other black lines.
Julia Lock • 29 Dec 2021
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Trees woods and wildlife
Plum
A butterfly’s paradise with lovely blossom and even lovelier fruit. The plum is a petite tree which is perfect for pollinators and a perfect addition to any orchard.
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Blog
Which birds migrate? Who you can spot this summer
Swallows, swifts and martins aren’t our only summer migrants – keep your eyes peeled for these species and record your sightings through Nature’s Calendar.
Charlotte Varela • 12 May 2018
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Trees woods and wildlife
Lime, common
At home on a country estate or deep in the wild, this lime is common in name only. It’s a hybrid between the small-leaved and large-leaved lime, and is a particular favourite of aphids and their many predators.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Oak lace bug
An insect pest which attacks oaks, the oak lace bug can reduce growth and weaken trees. With number of other diseases already affecting oaks, the arrival of the oak lace bug would pose a serious threat.