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How to make felt animals: easy step-by-step guide
Follow our simple guide to make your own stuffed woodland animals. This fun craft is ideal for kids and grown-ups alike!
Becca Smith • 28 Apr 2023
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Trees woods and wildlife
Wild service tree
A true springtime stunner, it’s not so long ago that you could find wild-service fruit at a market. These days it’s rare and hard to find but it’s still a favourite with wildlife like the wood pigeon, whose gut softens its seeds for propagation.
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SSSI definition: what is it and what does it mean for conservation and development?
A Site of Special Scientific Interest is a formal conservation designation. Learn how they are determined, why we have them and where to see them in the UK.
Laura Cottam • 01 Mar 2019
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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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Squirrel nests: where and how do they build them?
Find out what squirrel nests looks like, where you can spot them and how you can help our native red squirrel.
Charlie Mellor • 15 Sept 2025
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Pond dipping: how to pond dip
Learn how to safely pond dip with children, find out the equipment you’ll need and learn how to make a net.
Danielle Wesley • 08 Aug 2019
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How to grow native bluebells in your garden
Why not try growing bluebells in your garden? Here are six good reasons why, along with our top bluebell growing tips.
Kate Lewthwaite • 10 Mar 2026
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Why does sap rise in spring?
Pruning deciduous trees should be avoided during spring because the sap is rising – but what does this actually mean?
Charlotte Varela • 20 May 2024
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Protecting trees and woods
Campaign win: new planning rules protect Scotland’s ancient woods and trees
Scotland's planning policy has been updated to protect irreplaceable ancient woods and trees from inappropriate development.
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When do birds nest?
Some birds nest earlier than others. Find out all about the time of year birds nest and which are the earliest nesters.
Hannah Vickers • 17 Jan 2019