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Why bats need woods and trees

The UK is home to 18 species of bats, all of which are protected by law. This protection extends to their breeding and resting places. Hedgerows, tree lines and watercourses are important to the roosting, foraging and navigation needs of bats.   

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How to build a bug hotel

Help insects and other minibeasts by building a bug hotel in your garden or outside space. You’ll need some old plant pots, sticks and pine cones.

Danielle Wesley  •  05 Sep 2019

Protecting trees and woods

Creu delweddau thermol o goed trefol yng Nghaerdydd

Gyda thymheredd cyfartalog a thonnau gwres yn mynd yn fwy dwys, comisiynwyd Ti Thermal Imaging Ltd i ddatgelu sut y gall coed ein helpu i ymdopi.

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Endangered wildlife appeal

Nature needs help. Please make a donation to support our life-changing work to plant trees, restore habitats and protect the UK's woodland. Together, we can give wildlife a future.

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Woodland Trust welcomes bypass withdrawal

The UK’s largest woodland conservation charity has applauded the scrapping of current plans for a controversial road scheme which could destroy dozens of ancient and veteran trees in Norfolk.

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First signs of spring in nature

Spring is a glorious time in nature with new leaves, bright blooms and thriving wildlife. But when does spring really start and what are the key signs to look for?

Charlie Mellor  •  19 Feb 2021

Trees woods and wildlife

Coeden y Flwyddyn 2025

Pleidleisiwch dros eich hoff goeden i'n helpu ni i goroni enillydd Coeden y Flwyddyn eleni.