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Trees woods and wildlife
Violet click beetle
Glimmering and rare, the violet click beetle is only found in three places in the UK. This elusive beetle is entirely reliant on the decaying wood of ash and beech trees.
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Blog
8 enchanting rainforests to explore in the UK
UK rainforests are even rarer than their tropical counterparts, and just as beautiful. Brimming with wildlife, entwined with local history and overflowing with magic, here are eight of the best to explore.
Charlotte Varela • 12 Mar 2025
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Partnerships
Premier Paper
We're helping Premier's clients combat their carbon emissions by planting trees.
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Plant trees
How to plant and maintain native hedges
The small but mighty hedge packs a punch for people and nature, sheltering wildlife, cleaning our air, capturing carbon and much more. Explore how and when to plant and prune your hedge for the best results.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Willow warbler
A common and dainty summer visitor with a mournful song that rings through the trees. The willow warbler likes to sing and shake its feathers while it forages for insects.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Can woods and trees reduce flooding?
Trees and woods play a vital role in reducing flooding by slowing down the flow of rainwater, absorbing rainwater, and reducing erosion.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Why we need trees
We desperately need trees to help fight climate change, save wildlife, improve our health, and more.
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About us
Our trustees
We, like every other UK charity, are governed by a group of trustees who make up the Board. Learn more about them and their work with the Trust.
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Plant trees
Tree planting advice
Thinking of planting trees, but need some help? Explore advice on choosing the right tree species, location, how to plant and aftercare.
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Position statement
Trees and carbon – the Woodland Trust’s position
The Woodland Trust promotes tree planting and woodland creation as a means of reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide and combatting the effects of climate change.
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