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Our vision for Scotland
We're working to create a Scotland where woods and trees thrive for people and nature. Find out what this means in practice, how we are making it happen on our land and with our partners, and how we can help you.
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First World War Centenary Woods
One hundred years since the outbreak of the First World War, we marked the anniversary with one of our most ambitious planting projects to date.
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Visiting woods
Proposed peatland restoration at Portmoak Moss
Woodland Trust Scotland has been consulting on plans to remove trees to improve the condition of the raised bog at its Portmoak Moss site in Kinross-shire.
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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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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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Video
New hedge enhances Refugee Forum garden
A free hedge pack has contributed to a grassroots garden project that brings refugees, asylum seekers and local volunteers together as they create a peaceful space and learn about nature in Nottingham.
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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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Trees woods and wildlife
Apple
Tart, tangy and crisp. The fruit of the apple tree is a firm favourite in the UK. And although they’re not native, we’ve been breeding them for centuries as eaters, cookers and to make cider.
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Visiting woods
Woodland Walks podcast
Explore our incredible woods with host Adam Shaw as he chats to the dedicated people behind these special places and meets nature-loving celebrities.