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Former golf course becomes wooded haven for wildlife
A former golf course in north Cheshire is to be transformed by the Woodland Trust into a haven for nature and a wild place for communities to visit for years to come.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Rowan
Bane of witches, diviner of the future and producer of jam, rowan is an elegant tree with a mystical history. Its leaves and berries are a favourite for wildlife in woods and towns alike.
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Blog
When to cut grass after winter
Are you unsure when to start cutting your lawn again after winter? Learn which factors affect your lawn, when to cut it and how this varies across the UK.
Lorienne Whittle • 01 Feb 2022
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Visiting woods
Commercial dog walking in our woods
Find out how to apply for a licence for commercial dog walking in some of our woodlands.
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Blog
Top tips for an eco-friendly and sustainable Christmas
Sustainable choices at Christmas could help the planet, save you money and make the holiday season more memorable too! Check out our top tips.
Charlie Mellor • 20 Nov 2020
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Protecting trees and woods
How to object to a planning application
If you are opposing a development threat to a wood or tree, you will need to make an objection in writing to the local planning authority.
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Blog
British trees: folklore and mythology
Trees are deeply embedded in our history and folklore. Explore nine British trees with their own magical associations and stories.
Helen Keating • 29 Apr 2021
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Video
Meet the people behind our work: Loch Arkaig
Hard graft. Passionate people. Expertise and skill. There's more to our woods than just trees. See for yourself what makes Loch Arkaig Pine Forest so special, and what it takes to keep it that way.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Silver-washed fritillary
These flashy butterflies are strong fliers with a flair for the dramatic. Spot the silver-washed fritillary charging through the air along woodland rides in search of a mate, or the caterpillars munching on their favourite flowers: violets.
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Press centre
Farming with trees is key to net zero, new research shows
A new Woodland Trust report shows how increasing agroforestry – farming with trees - in England is essential to meet nature and climate targets