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Trees woods and wildlife
Long-eared owl
Wise and regal, with an imposing stare and elusive nature. Our most nocturnal owl, with a penchant for recycling other bird’s old nests. It lives in dense woodland and is a skilful hunter.
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Blog
Top tips for an eco-friendly and sustainable Christmas
Sustainable choices at Christmas could help the planet, save you money and make the holiday season more memorable too! Check out our top tips.
Charlie Mellor • 20 Nov 2020
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Trees woods and wildlife
Mistletoe
Romantic, parasitic and poisonous, mistletoe loves broadleaf trees and provides an important habitat for woodland wildlife. Its leathery green leaves offer welcome colour among bare winter branches when much else is dormant.
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Practical guidance
Practical guidance on restoring your ancient woodland
An introductory summary of training modules by the Woodland Trust for restoring ancient woodland.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Glow-worm
Emitting an eerie yellow-green glow at night, female glow-worms use bioluminescence to attract mates. Not worms at all, they are actually beetles that lurk in lowland Britain.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Ringlet
With chocolate brown velvety wings and a delicate trim, the ringlet is an understated yet attractive butterfly. Look out for its trademark bobbing flight as it travels through woodland glades.
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Protecting trees and woods
Our work with The Climate Coalition
We're an active member of The Climate Coalition, a group of over 100 organisations dedicated to limiting the impact of climate change on the people, places and life we love.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Willow, grey
A soft, silvery lover of damp woodland, the grey willow is a bit scruffy but full of charm. Caterpillars flock to feed on its leaves and its fuzzy catkins are an early pollen source for pollinators.
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Support us
Dedications
Be it a single tree or an acre of woodland with a personalised bench, your dedication will provide a long-lasting tribute that can be visited time after time – and support local wildlife too.
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Case study
Trees mean better business for egg production
The CEO of a free range egg producer advocates tree planting as an active part of farm management for the commercial and welfare benefits they deliver.
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