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6 migrant birds to spot in the UK this winter
Not all birds head south for the winter. Some head straight for our shores to escape even colder conditions back home. Here are some of the winter birds you'll only find in the UK in winter.
Charlotte Varela • 21 Jan 2025
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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 welcomes bypass withdrawal
The UK’s largest woodland conservation charity has applauded the scrapping of current plans for a controversial road scheme which could destroy dozens of ancient and veteran trees in Norfolk.
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Position statement
Urban trees and forests – the Woodland Trust's position
Urban trees provide vital benefits to people and nature, but not everyone has equal access to this critical green infrastructure. Read our views on protecting, restoring and creating urban forests.
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Review of the year
Take a look at the major milestones in our work for woods and trees between June 2023 and May 2024.
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Press centre
Woodland Trust expresses shock at London ancient oak tree felling
Police are looking into the mysterious felling of one of London’s largest and most significant ancient trees at Whitewebbs Park in Enfield.
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Press centre
Coed Cadw welcomes launch of Wales' Sustainable Farming Scheme
Coed Cadw has expressed cautious optimism at the upcoming launch of the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Farming Scheme, describing it as a necessary first step towards a just transition for the people of Wales.
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Tree seed identification: seven common UK tree seeds
If someone showed you a seed from a common UK tree, could you tell which tree it was from? Find out more about seven common UK tree seeds.
Charlotte Varela • 30 Sep 2023
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Press centre
Root of the problem: underfunding, underdelivering
This year’s woodland creation figures for Scotland are deeply disappointing. The numbers reflect not just a missed target, but another missed opportunity.
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Blog
Feeding wild birds: what, how, when and why
Find out when and what to feed garden birds and welcome wildlife to your garden, yard or windowsill whatever the season.
Kayleigh Jacobs-Rutter • 29 Apr 2025