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Hart's tongue fern

Exotic looking and incredibly useful. The hart’s tongue fern is the only native fern that hasn’t got divided leaves. Spot it in damp, shady areas woodland.

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GPs urge policymakers to invest in green space to reduce NHS pressure

Policymakers must prioritise the environment to improve the health of the nation and ease pressure on the NHS, say doctors.

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David Griffith - volunteer Observatree tree health surveyor

Find out more about David's volunteering and why he was nominated for an award.

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Trees woods and wildlife

Foxglove

Beautiful but deadly. This familiar flower has the power to cure and kill.

Protecting trees and woods

Norwich Western Link road threatens ancient woods and trees

Road plans in Norfolk threaten ancient woods and trees and the wildlife that live there. Find out what’s at stake and how you can help.

Blog

How to prune apple trees in winter

Follow these simple winter pruning tips to keep your apple trees looking good and producing a great crop each season.

Helen Keating  •  22 Dec 2017

Event

Mindful walk at Langley Vale Wood

Unplug to recharge this World Mental Health Day as we practise mindfulness on a guided walk at Langley Vale Wood.

Fri 10 Oct 2025  •  Langley Vale Wood, Langley Vale