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Brimstone
A common master of disguise, the brimstone blends perfectly into the alder leaves it lays its eggs on. Spot them in early spring when they emerge from hibernation.
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Blog
Feather identification: common feathers in the UK
Collecting nature finds is a lovely way to feel closer to the wildlife on your doorstep. Some of the most abundant of these treasures are feathers, and you can find them almost anywhere. But which bird left them behind?
Charlotte Varela • 15 Apr 2019
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Blog
Do bats hibernate in winter? And more bat facts
What do British bats do when winter is coming? Find out more about six UK bat species and what you can do to help them.
Joe Bates • 03 Dec 2018
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Video
Hedging shelters outdoor gym
Community interest company Inspire2tri planted 60 free trees to provide useful shelter for a disability and older adult activity area in Rutland.
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Blog
Foraging in June: edible flowers, plants and herbs
From fresh flowers to tender leaves, here are some edible plants to forage in June. These are my top tips on where to find them, and how to turn them into something tasty.
Helen Keating • 24 Jun 2021
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About us
Our vision for Scotland
We're working to create a Scotland where woods and trees thrive for people and nature. Find out about our vision for ancient woodlands, farms and crofts, uplands, river woods and towns and cities.
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Partnerships
Lloyds Banking Group
Together we will plant 10 million trees over the next decade as part of Lloyds Banking Group’s investment in creating a cleaner, greener UK. These trees will help to reduce the impact of climate change, potentially absorbing 2.5 million tonnes of carbon dioxide.
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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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Plant trees
Funding a community wood
Our advice on how to seek funding for your community wood, from buying the site and trees to on-going maintenance.
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Video
How gifts in wills made a difference to Fiona and Derek
A third of all the work we do is made possible by gifts in wills. Fiona and Derek Gardiner, long-time supporters of the Woodland Trust, share why they chose to leave a gift in their will and how important their legacy is to them.
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