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Trees woods and wildlife
Stag beetle
Impressive, heavily armed and a formidable fighter. The stag beetle depends on trees and woods for its survival. Its fat larvae feed on the decaying wood of old broadleaved trees. Loss of its woodland habitat means that the stag beetle is now a nationally scarce species.
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Blog
How to make an easy elderflower cordial without citric acid
This elderflower cordial recipe is very easy to make. It's the perfect way to capture the sweet, summery scent of the familiar hedgerow tree that is in full bloom now.
Helen Keating • 07 Jun 2021
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Trees woods and wildlife
Pine marten reintroduction: how we're helping and where to find them
Once persecuted to extinction, find out how we're helping pine martens make a welcome return to the UK's woods.
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Snaizeholme appeal, North Yorkshire
We have an exciting opportunity to protect more of the Snaizeholme valley. Will you donate to help secure this landscape for native UK wildlife?
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Video
Meet the people behind our work: Cumbrian landscape
We have a vision to create new woodland where it's needed most. Pete Leeson is our man on the ground in the uplands of Cumbria, working with landowners to plant trees to benefit farms, local people and wildlife.
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Blog
Where and when to see snowdrops
Snowdrops are a symbol of hope and a sure sign that warmer weather is on the way. Find out when to see them and the best places to look for them.
Judith Garforth • 13 Feb 2026
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Case study
Tree shelter boosts lamb survival rate in sheep farming
Planting trees as shelter for livestock on upland farms can protect animals from harsh weather, improving welfare and reducing lamb mortality.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Crickets and grasshoppers
Whether they're chirruping in the tree tops or jumping around on the forest floor, many crickets and grasshoppers are found in woodland.
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Blog
UK spring blossom quiz: how well do you know tree flowers?
Do you know your cherry blossom flowers from your crab apple blossom? Take our quiz and learn more about the blooms of common native species.
Charlie Mellor • 01 May 2026
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Press centre
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.