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Yew
Ancient, morbid, toxic. The yew is one of the longest-lived native species in Europe. This has made it a symbol of death and doom, but it provides food and shelter for woodland animals.
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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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Blog
How to identify UK owl calls
Heard a screech in the night or a hoot in the woods? One of the UK's five resident owl species could be at large. Learn how to identify owl calls, from tawny owl to barn owl.
Charlotte Varela • 21 Dec 2023
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Woodland Trust Wood
Paddock Wood
Longhirst
5.73 ha (14.16 acres)
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Woodland Trust Wood
Bellsquarry Wood
Livingston
17.75 ha (43.86 acres)
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Woodland Trust Wood
Glen Quey
Glendevon by Dollar Perthshire
382.96 ha (946.29 acres)
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Video
First steps to restoring an ancient woodland in Yorkshire
David Ward, a retired telecommunications engineer, bought a four acre ancient woodland in 2014. With limited knowledge and experience, he turned to Woodland Trust’s adviser Robin Ridley.
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Woodland Trust Wood
Philipshill Wood
Chorleywood
31.43 ha (77.66 acres)
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Woodland Trust Wood
Adams Wood
Frieth
12.00 ha (29.65 acres)
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Trees woods and wildlife
King Alfred’s cakes
Tiny fungi with an embarrassing story, King Alfred’s cakes are named after the king’s poor baking skills.