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Trees woods and wildlife
Walnut, black
A handsome healer, the black walnut is both ornamental and medicinally valuable. It’s a favourite with squirrels, and its timber is extra pricey.
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Blog
Wander through history: fascinating ruins and relics in 10 UK woods
Walk back in time and discover heritage sites and historical ruins in some of the UK’s most enthralling woodlands, from ramparts and barrows to abandoned buildings and bomb shelters.
Chris Britt-Searle • 01 Mar 2024
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Woodland Trust Wood
Stratfield Brake
Kidlington
18.32 ha (45.27 acres)
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Trees woods and wildlife
Daubenton’s bat
A flying mammal with an aquatic edge. These bats are drawn to water, snatching insects from the surface of rivers and lakes.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Song thrush
Famous for smashing open snails and for the sweet song which gives this bird its name. The song thrush was once a common sight in UK woodland, but is sadly in decline.
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Blog
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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Woodland Trust Wood
Foulshiels
Stoneyburn
28.23 ha (69.76 acres)
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Plant trees
Help us create more river woodland
Find out how river woodland planting can increase river health, help prevent flooding and boost biodiversity.
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Plant trees
Creating a woodland: planning and design
Growing a wood from scratch is an ambitious undertaking, but thorough planning will put you on the path to success.
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Press centre
Coed Cadw welcomes launch of Wales' Sustainable Farming Scheme
Coed Cadw has expressed cautious optimism at the upcoming launch of the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Farming Scheme, describing it as a necessary first step towards a just transition for the people of Wales.