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Farm diversification: ideas, grants and examples
The UK farming sector faces many challenges, but with them come opportunities. With careful planning and expert advice, trees and woods can build resilience into your farming system and earn extra income too.
Helen Chesshire • 24 Apr 2026
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What do hedgehogs eat? And how to feed them
Hedgehogs need our help and you can make a difference. Check out our lists of what hedgehogs can and can't eat, when to feed them and other hedgehog facts.
Charlie Mellor • 17 Aug 2026
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Trees woods and wildlife
Deadwood
Dead and decaying wood is one of any woodland's most important microhabitats. Learn more about why we need more of it, as well as the rare and endangered beetles, colourful fungi and other threatened wildlife that relies on it.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Western red cedar
A tree of strength and industry, western red cedar is grown in the UK for hedging and timber. Though less useful than our native trees, it provides food and shelter for wildlife.
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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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How to attract frogs to your garden
They’re fascinating, they control pests and they’re under threat – but how do you attract frogs to your garden? Read our top tips.
Charlotte Varela • 19 Mar 2024
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Winter picnics: hot food ideas and recipes
Keep warm on a winter picnic with our recipes and food ideas, including mulled apple juice, hot dogs, chilli pitta pockets and jacket potatoes.
Danielle Wesley • 05 Jan 2023
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What do deer eat? What are antlers made of? And more deer facts
From the dainty muntjac to the mighty red stag, the UK is home to six species of wild deer. Learn more about these fascinating creatures.
James Martin • 03 May 2019
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Autumn trees for your garden: best native trees for seasonal colour
Our guide to the best UK native trees to plant in your garden for a splash of seasonal colour, from fiery foliage to bright, bold berries.
Helen Keating • 19 Oct 2020
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Do worms have eyes? And other worm facts
They're unassuming, but worms make the world go round. Find out if they have eyes, mouths and brains. Plus discover what they eat and how they move with our fascinating worm facts.
Rachel Hoskins • 25 Apr 2019