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Wildlife declining in UK woods despite more tree cover, major new report reveals
The State of the UK’s Woods and Trees 2025 report has revealed that the quantity and variety of woodland wildlife is plummeting, despite a marginal rise in tree cover.
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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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DAERA's Forests for our Future programme fails to meet planting targets for Northern Ireland
At the programme’s halfway point, less than a quarter of new woodland have been created – well below the level required to meet the target.
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Climate action: water your street trees
Rising temperatures and dry spells are leading to an increasing loss of new street trees, but the nation can do its bit, urge tree groups.
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Woodland Trust acquires new land connected to Mourne Park
The Trust has been able to extend Mourne Park, a special site for restoration and conservation in Northern Ireland, with 32 hectares of neighbouring land.
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Music legend Nile Rodgers says ‘we are family’ to trees in Northern Ireland
American music legend Nile Rodgers and his We Are Family Foundation are throwing their weight behind woodland and community in Northern Ireland's Faughan Valley.
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Woodland Trust Northern Ireland welcomes Tree Protection Bill
Woodland Trust Northern Ireland has welcomed a Private Members Bill submitted at Stormont to protect trees.
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12 rare wild flowers in the UK's woods
Woodlands are home to some of the UK's rarest wild flowers. From parasitic plants to alluring orchids, discover 12 rare woodland flowers and what makes them so uncommon.
Charlotte Varela • 13 May 2025
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Woodland Trust chief executive's statement on State of UK Climate Report
Darren Moorcroft, Woodland Trust chief executive, has made a statement in response to the Met Office’s State of UK Climate Report, which the Energy Secretary has labelled a “stark warning” to take action on climate and nature.
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Have your say on tree protection in Northern Ireland
The Woodland Trust has invited the Northern Irish public to participate in a consultation on a Tree Protection Bill.