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High brown fritillary
Incredibly rare and surprisingly swift. Britain’s most endangered butterfly can be found zooming at high speeds across woodland clearings, seeking out snug sanctuaries in bracken for their young.
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Dedicate in memory: remember a loved one with trees and woodland
Dedicating a tree or woodland provides a living, growing memorial to a loved one and a poignant way of remembering them. Dedications are available in Woodland Trust woods across the UK.
Charlie Mellor • 14 Feb 2024
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Woodland Trust Wood
Little Doward Woods
Wyastone Leys nr Whitchurch
82.39 ha (203.59 acres)
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Foraging at Easter: make a wreath and other home decorations
Brighten up your home and bring spring indoors with these easy ideas for Easter decorations using wild foraged plants.
Helen Keating • 07 Apr 2022
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Hairy caterpillar identification: 16 common UK species
Spotted a furry caterpillar undulating across the path in front of you or munching leaves in your garden? Learn to tell your tussocks from your tigers with our quick guide to some common UK species.
Amy Lewis • 10 Jun 2021
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Dawn Chorus: why do birds sing in the morning?
Learn why birds sing in the morning and other facts about the dawn chorus.
James Martin • 19 Apr 2019
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Eco-friendly ways to recycle Christmas waste
Enjoy the festivities while limiting your environmental impact with our tips on how to responsibly dispose of Christmas cards, trees, wrapping and food.
Charlie Mellor • 24 Dec 2020
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Top 10 green gifts for gardeners
Looking for eco-friendly inspiration for your favourite gardening guru or want to encourage a beginner? From windowsill pots to established veg plots, our green gift guide has got you covered.
Charlie Mellor • 13 Nov 2025
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Best native hedge plants: choose the right hedges
Autumn and winter are the best times to plant a hedge. To get you started, here are our top 10 recommendations for the best native hedge plants and the amazing benefits they'll bring.
Helen Keating • 23 May 2023
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How to increase biodiversity in your garden
Every garden has the potential to be a haven for wildlife. From planting for pollinators to embracing a little mess, here are some easy ways to increase biodiversity in your garden.
Charlotte Varela • 07 Apr 2023