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Autumn colour walk at Heartwood Forest Arboretum

Admire the beautiful Heartwood Arboretum in all its splendid autumn glory with a short guided walk!

Sat 10 Oct 2026  •  Heartwood Arboretum, Sandridge

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Guided walk: an introduction to Langley Vale Wood

Come along to Langley Vale Wood to enjoy a guided walk and learn all about this fascinating Surrey woodland.

Wed 14 Oct 2026  •  Langley Vale Wood, Langley Vale

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Mindfulness in nature at Langley Vale Wood

Explore mindfulness in nature and find out how to support your wellbeing anywhere with our guided mindfulness walk.

Sat 26 Sept 2026  •  Langley Vale Wood, Langley Vale

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Langley Vale Wood summer adventure trail 22 July – 6 September

Discover the sights, sounds and smells of summer on our family-friendly adventure trail at Langley Vale Wood. 

Wed 22 Jul 2026  •  Langley Vale Wood, Langley Vale

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Family fun day at Mourne Park

Delve into the magical ancient woodland of Mourne Park and take your little ones on an adventure.

Wed 19 Aug 2026  •  Mourne Park, Kilkeel

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Bat and moth event at Faughan Valley Woodlands

Come along on a nighttime stroll and learn all about the fascinating bats and moths that call the Faughan Valley home.

Thu 20 Aug 2026  •  Red Brae Wood, Faughan Valley

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How we're returning red squirrels to the Scottish Highlands

In October 2019 we partnered with conservation charity Trees for Life and together relocated red squirrels from populations in Moray and Inverness to this Ledmore & Migdale woods. 

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Explore the mysterious world of Britain's rainforests

Take a glimpse into Britain's beautiful and fragile temperate rainforests and discover more about the rare and globally important species that live there.

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Protecting and restoring temperate rainforest in Devon

See how we're working with organisations including Plantlife and the National Trust to protect and restore temperate rainforest sites across Devon.

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The state of Wales’ rainforests

Discover the beauty of our rainforests and why the Alliance for Wales’ Rainforests is asking the Welsh government to do more to protect them.

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Behind the scenes: building and installing the Brynau Farm barn owl nest box cam

Learn about the installation of a nestbox camera at Brynau Farm

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Restoration techniques at Raincliffe Woods

We're working with Raincliffe Community Woodland Enterprise to restore ancient woodland at Raincliffe Woods, near Scarborough. Site manager Mark Feather addresses some of the common concerns and explains the techniques being used at the site.

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Restoring Craggach Wood to a productive and diverse native woodland

David Shepherd and Annie Griffiths own Craggach Wood near Inverness. They share the inspirational story of how they transformed a long-established woodland of plantation origin into a biologically and structurally diverse productive native woodland.

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First steps to restoring an ancient woodland in Yorkshire

David Ward, a retired telecommunications engineer, bought a four acre ancient woodland in 2014. With limited knowledge and experience, he turned to Woodland Trust’s adviser Robin Ridley.

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Clearing Runtington Wood of invasive plants

Elsa Godfrey, owner of Runtington Wood in Sussex, explains the steps she has taken to clear her ancient woodland of rhododendron with the help of volunteers and the Woodland Trust.

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Restoring Coed y Galchog: a 25 year plan

Ray Turner, owner of Coed y Galchog near Ruthin, explains how the Woodland Trust is helping with his 25 year plan to restore the wood for future generations to enjoy.

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Highlights from an ancient woodland restoration event

See highlights from a restoration demonstration event in Wales, including timber processing, working with contractors, a lichenologist and paleoecology - analysing soil to discover the wood's history.

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Timber production during restoration in a County Antrim woodland

Continuing a 150 year history of woodland management the Shanes Castle estate is managing its woods for timber production whilst restoring the ancient woodland. 

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Abi Reader, dairy farmer in Vale of Glamorgan

Abi explains the farm's experimental short rotation coppice system with a high protein arable crop between rows of native trees. The aim is to meet a universal goal: food production and a sustainable planet.

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Will Evans, lowland beef and arable farmer, near Wrexham

Discover why Will planted more hedgerows on his mixed farm and how hedges and edges can make a big difference in tackling the biodiversity and climate crises.

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Geraint Davies, upland sheep and beef farmer

Find out why Geraint has planted new hedgerows, more streamside trees, and increased tree cover on his Ffridd.

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Protect our Living Legends: A Legacy Beyond the Sycamore Gap

The heartbreaking felling of the Sycamore Gap tree one year ago is a reminder of the irreplaceable value and vulnerability of our ancient trees. Sign the petition to call for the legal protection they deserve.

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The global movement for tree equity

Learn how, alongside American Forests and the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare, we brought Tree Equity Score UK to towns and cities across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

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River restoration at Snaizeholme 

Snaizeholme site manager Alec Pue and Jonny Grey from the Wild Trout Trust explain the importance of the river restoration work underway in this spectacular valley. Find out how we are working together to restore natural processes and boost wildlife along watercourses.  

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Peatland restoration at Snaizeholme

Alec Pue, site manager at the Woodland Trust, and Tessa Levens, project manager at Yorkshire Peat Partnership, explore the exciting restoration work transforming the peatland across Snaizeholme Estate. Take a deep dive into the vital importance of peat for native wildlife and carbon capture, as well as some of the plant species you might find in this rare habitat.    

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Woodland creation at Snaizeholme

Get a behind-the-scenes peek at Snaizeholme Estate during the planting season of winter 2024-25. Site manager Alec Pue is joined by tree planting contractors Richard Atton, Antony Brown and Ian Plested, who reflect on the daunting but extremely rewarding task of reforesting this vast valley for future generations to enjoy.  

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Torriano Primary School tackles climate change with Lauren Child

Watch the London school plant free trees with Charlie and Lola author, Lauren Child, to make a change for the better.

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Creating a community forest garden in London

Free fruit and nut trees are contributing to a fun and educational new garden in Dulwich. It’s managed by Arbor Projects, who work with councils and housing associations to help residents improve and enjoy their green spaces.

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Urban sanctuary for people and wildlife

In a Birmingham park, Short Heath Fields Trust has planted a woodland memorial that’s great for wildlife too.

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Vital shelter for island football pitch

Free trees are providing valuable protection from the elements for a local football club on the Isle of Lewis.

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Hedge maze offers social and therapeutic horticulture

Silver Birch Scotland has planted an incredible maze which helps support clients in East Dunbartonshire to gain skills, confidence and health benefits through horticulture.

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First-hand experience for further education students

See how students at Vision West Notts College, Mansfield, linked practical planting skills with written work for their qualifications.

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New hedge enhances Refugee Forum garden

A free hedge pack has contributed to a grassroots garden project that brings refugees, asylum seekers and local volunteers together as they create a peaceful space and learn about nature in Nottingham.

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A legacy for future generations

The Ukrainian Youth Association in Great Britain planted 420 free trees in Derbyshire to have a lasting impact for its community.

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Hedging shelters outdoor gym

Community interest company Inspire2tri planted 60 free trees to provide useful shelter for a disability and older adult activity area in Rutland.

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Planting for wildlife, people and future generations

St Mark's Community Garden planted three tree packs to create a wildlife-friendly space that also brings together their local community in Liverpool.

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Free trees help kickstart ambitious school nature project

Pupils at St Christopher's Secondary School planted free trees in the first phase of their project to turn the school field into a place that grows food, shelters wildlife and brings nature to the local area in Lincoln.

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Combatting flooding and soil erosion with trees

Leicestershire-based farmer Rachael Spence talks about how planting trees with the MOREwoods scheme has improved drainage and soil quality on her smallholding.

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Planting trees for wildlife, environment and future generations

Through our MOREwoods and MOREhedges schemes, Robert Moore has planted trees to attract wildlife, capture carbon, improve visual impact and make better use of underperforming areas of his 356 hectare Lincolnshire farm.

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Tree planting for climate and biodiversity

Klare Owen is a self-proclaimed hobby farmer near Aberystwyth. In a bid to boost biodiversity, combat climate change and visually transform the landscape, she planted 2,250 trees through MOREwoods and MOREhedges.

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Creating a wood for conservation, community and coppicing

Mark and Liz Lea planted a woodland on their organic Shropshire farm in 2023 with MOREwoods. They hope it will boost biodiversity, benefit their local community and provide wood chip for their biomass boiler.

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Trialling plastic-free guards with Kate Humble

We're helping TV presenter Kate Humble transform a section of her farm into a vibrant woodland. To protect the hundreds of newly planted trees from deer browsing, see how Kate's exploring sustainable solutions with eco-friendly, plastic-free tree guards.

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A new wood full of potential for business and nature

In 2021, Chelsea Wills and Phil Johncock planted a spectacular six-acre nature reserve above Lee Bay, North Devon with MOREwoods. Just three years later, they're holding woodland yoga sessions and have plans to coppice trees for their artisan woodworking business.

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Prevent flooding and erosion

With water erosion worsening at his Nottinghamshire farm, James Thomas planted trees to protect topsoil from washing away and improve productivity.

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Improve livestock health and wellbeing

David Brass, CEO of The Lakes Free Range Egg Company, has seen improvements in animal health as well as commercial benefits for his farm after planting trees. 

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Strengthen soils for improved farm productivity

Stephen Briggs adopted agroforestry on his arable farm to protect one of his most valuable resources: soil.

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Create shade and shelter for livestock and crops

Cumbria farmers Paul and Nic Renison reduced lamb loss rates and improved soil health and farm productivity with new trees and hedges.

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Encourage interaction and a sense of community

Maybush Copse Friends group has completely transformed a landscape to create a green space for the local community to enjoy.

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Unboxing your trees

Watch our unboxing video to see what will arrive when you order trees from our shop. All saplings are delivered for free, carefully packed and ready to plant.

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Woodland Carbon planting scheme: overview

Watch our film to find out more about our groundbreaking woodland carbon scheme, the support we provide and the far-reaching benefits for both you and the planet.

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Woodland carbon: eligibility and getting started

Interested in our woodland carbon scheme? Find out if you qualify and learn how to get started.

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Woodland Carbon: finances

Explore the financial benefits of our Woodland Carbon tree planting scheme, including how much money you could receive and when payments are made.

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Woodland Carbon Scheme: how it works

Woodland Carbon is our unique tree planting scheme that combines environmental benefits with financial rewards for farmers and landowners. Find out how it works.

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How to plant a hedge

Watch our simple guide to creating a new hedge, from marking out to planting and protecting your young saplings. 

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Introduction to biosecurity for community tree nurseries

A range of experts share useful guidance and insights for effective biosecurity measures when growing saplings in a community tree nursery setting.

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The Northern Forest

Watch our video on the Northern Forest and find out all the benefits this planting project will bring.

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Meet the people behind our work: Loch Arkaig

Hard graft. Passionate people. Expertise and skill. There's more to our woods than just trees. See for yourself what makes Loch Arkaig Pine Forest so special, and what it takes to keep it that way.

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Meet the people behind our work: Llennyrch

Hard graft. Passionate people. Expertise and skill. There's more to our woods than just trees. See for yourself what makes Llennyrch so special, and what it takes to keep it that way.

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Meet the people behind our work: Fingle Woods

Hard graft. Passionate people. Expertise and skill. There's more to our woods than just trees. See for yourself what makes Fingle Woods so special, and what it takes to keep it that way.

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Meet the people behind our work: Friends of Belvoir Wood

Hard graft. Passionate people. Expertise and skill. There's more to our woods than just trees. See for yourself what makes Friends of Belvoir Wood so special, and what it takes to keep it that way.

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Meet the people behind our work: Cumbrian landscape

We have a vision to create new woodland where it's needed most. Pete Leeson is our man on the ground in the uplands of Cumbria, working with landowners to plant trees to benefit farms, local people and wildlife.

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BBC Community Life Appeal supports Woodland Trust Northern Ireland

Tune into BBC NI this September to find out from the Woodland Trust how you can play your part in the fight against climate change.

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Celebrating 20 years of 'Woods on Your Doorstep'

20 years of "Woods on Your Doorstep". Creating woodlands within walking distance of cities, towns, and villages across Northern Ireland. Find out how these natural spaces have benefitted the community.

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'Woods on Your Doorstep' community project plants a quarter of a million trees

20 years of "Woods on Your Doorstep". Creating woodlands within walking distance of cities, towns, and villages across Northern Ireland. Find out how these natural spaces have benefitted the community.

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Faughan Valley: Creating a resilient woodland

Find out how the Woodland Trust Northern Ireland woodland creation team is working with landowners to create new woods in the Faughan Valley.

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Woodland Creation: nature-based solutions

Find out how the Woodland Trust Northern Ireland woodland creation team is working with landowners to create new woods in the Faughan Valley.

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Andrew Evans, farmer, Dol Llys Farm

Andrew introduces Dol Llys Farm and his ethos of balancing agriculture and conservation and the importance of long-term collaboration with others, to create a farm that benefits people and wildlife through tree planting.

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Dave Gurnett, mid Wales partner of the Woodland Trust

Dave Gurnett explains how the Woodland Trust has been a good partner and how working with a trusted individual on the ground is important to achieve conservation and nature recovery at scale.

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Phil Stallard, Mid Wales Landscape Scheme

Phil Stallard gives an overview of the mid Wales tree planting scheme that he runs on behalf of the Woodland Trust. Phil explains the importance of trees in an agricultural landscape.

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Celebrating 50 years of the Woodland Trust

Take a look at all that we've achieved over the last 50 years thanks to our members, supporters and volunteers. Thank you for standing with us.

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Autumn message to Woodland Trust members

A message from our chief executive

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Tree Charter in action - Sheffield

Find out how Green City Heritage have been bringing the Tree Charter to life in Sheffield after signing up as a Charter Branch.

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Tree Charter in action - Wales

Find out how Coed Y Werin have been bringing the Tree Charter to life in Caerphilly, Wales after signing up as a Charter Branch.

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Andrew Steele - volunteer wildlife monitor

Find out more about Andrew's volunteering and why he was nominated for an award.

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Suzie Harvey - volunteer Tree Charter social media champion

Find out more about Suzie's volunteering and why she was nominated for an award.

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David Griffith - volunteer Observatree tree health surveyor

Find out more about David's volunteering and why he was nominated for an award.

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Bishop's Knoll Wood volunteers

Find out more about Bishop's Knoll Wood's volunteer group and why they were nominated for an award.

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Hilary Hinks - volunteer heritage researcher

Find out more about Hilary's volunteering and why she was nominated for an award.

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Andy Black - volunteer warden

Find out more about Andy's volunteering and why he was nominated for an award.

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Brian Palmer - volunteer environment monitor

Find out more about Brian's volunteering and why he was nominated for an award.

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Media library volunteers

Find out more about the media library volunteers and why they were nominated for an award.

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Jon and Wendy Leach - woodland engagement volunteers

Find out more about Jon and Wendy's volunteering roles and why they were nominated for an award.

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Fingle Woods volunteers

Find out more about the Fingle Woods volunteers and why they were nominated for an award.

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David Rodway - volunteer photographer

Find out more about David's volunteering role and why he was nominated for an award.

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Joanne Yellen - volunteer woodland working group leader

Find out more about Joanne's volunteering role and why she was nominated for an award.

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Lionel Knobbs - volunteer warden

Find out more about Lionel's volunteering role and why he was nominated for an award.

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Alison Stewart - volunteer woods under threat detector

Find out more about Alison's volunteering role and why she was nominated for an award.

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Hayden Gabriel - volunteer speaker

Find out more about Hayden's volunteering role and why she was nominated for an award.

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Sibsey Wood volunteers

Find out more about the Sibsey Wood volunteers and why they were nominated for an award.

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Ian Baird - volunteer woodland creation champion

Find out more about Ian's volunteering role and why he was nominated for an award.

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Phillipa Batchelor - volunteer administrator

Find out more about Phillipa's volunteering role and why she was nominated for an award.

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How gifts in wills have made a difference: Avoncliff Wood

A third of all the work we do is made possible by gifts in wills. Find out more about the difference they've made to Avoncliff Wood, a beautiful wood in the Cotswolds that's also helping to combat the use of plastic on our estate. 

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How gifts in wills made a difference to Fiona and Derek

A third of all the work we do is made possible by gifts in wills. Fiona and Derek Gardiner, long-time supporters of the Woodland Trust, share why they chose to leave a gift in their will and how important their legacy is to them. 

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How gifts in wills have made a difference: Sally's legacy

A third of all the work we do is made possible by gifts in wills. Emily Baum shares the story of her aunt, Sally Whitaker, and the growing new woodland she wanted to help protect for her grand nieces and nephews to enjoy. 

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How gifts in wills have made a difference: Smithills Estate

A third of all the work we do is made possible by gifts in wills. The Woodland Trust's Tracey Garrett explains how important this support is to help our work at places like Smithills Estate - a landscape we're restoring to benefit both wildlife and local people. 

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How gifts in wills made a difference to Lucy and Andy

A third of all the work we do is made possible by gifts in wills. Long-time members Lucy and Andy share their passion for Nidd Gorge and the vital work their woodland legacy will support.

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Plant more trees. Protect us all.

Find out about our mission to plant millions of trees for a greener, healthier world. 

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Growing partnerships for impact

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How trees capture and store carbon

Photosynthesis is made simple as you take a journey into the leaf of a tree with our animation and discover how trees capture and store carbon.   

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Farmers share tales of 'living legends' and nature on their land

From an ancient oak which survived a hit from a Lancaster Bomber in World War Two to a 150-year-old pear tree – classically taken portraits tell a story of how farmers are helping to protect ancient and veteran trees.

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Survey reveals most Scots unaware Scotland has rainforest

Research indicates most people living in Scotland’s west coast rainforest zone have no idea the threatened habitat is right on their doorstep. But when they find out, the majority are enthusiastic about protecting and expanding it.

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More than 10 million trees planted across the Northern Forest

More than 10 million trees have now been established across the North of England as part of the Northern Forest scheme, which launched in 2018.

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Root of the problem: underfunding, underdelivering

This year’s woodland creation figures for Scotland are deeply disappointing. The numbers reflect not just a missed target, but another missed opportunity.

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Highland estate as big as Glasgow to be revitalised in partnership between community, conservation charity and Aviva

Assynt Foundation, Woodland Trust Scotland and Aviva have struck a 30-year deal to revitalise a vast area in the northwest Highlands of Scotland.

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Inspiring ‘cultural trees’ shortlisted for Tree of the Year 2025

From a cedar that The Beatles climbed to an oak from a Virginia Woolf poem, discover the cultural trees shortlisted for Tree of the Year 2025.

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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.

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Woodland Trust chief executive's statement on State of UK Climate Report

Darren Moorcroft, Woodland Trust chief executive, has made a statement in response to the Met Office’s State of UK Climate Report, which the Energy Secretary has labelled a “stark warning” to take action on climate and nature.

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Coed Cadw yn croesawu lansiad cynllun ffermio cynaliadwy cymru

Mae Coed Cadw, y Woodland Trust yng Nghymru, wedi mynegi optimistiaeth ofalus ynghylch lansiad Cynllun Ffermio Cynaliadwy (CFfC) Llywodraeth Cymru sydd ar ddod, gan ei ddisgrifio fel cam cyntaf angenrheidiol mewn taith llawer hirach tuag at drawsnewidiad cyfiawn i bobl Cymru.

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Eryri leads the way with 100-year vision to protect and restore native trees

The Woodland Trust in Wales is celebrating the launch of Eryri's Tree and Woodland Strategy 2025–2125 as the most ambitious, forward-thinking vision for trees and woodlands anywhere in the UK.

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Wildlife declining in UK woods despite more tree cover, major new report reveals 

The State of the UK’s Woods and Trees 2025 report has revealed that the quantity and variety of woodland wildlife is plummeting, despite a marginal rise in tree cover.

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Music legend Nile Rodgers says ‘we are family’ to trees in Northern Ireland

American music legend Nile Rodgers and his We Are Family Foundation are throwing their weight behind woodland and community in Northern Ireland's Faughan Valley.

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Five reasons to celebrate World Rainforest Day

World Rainforest Day is celebrated on 22 June and with good reason. Here are five ways rainforests help us.

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DAERA's Forests for our Future programme fails to meet planting targets for Northern Ireland

At the programme’s halfway point, less than a quarter of new woodland have been created – well below the level required to meet the target.

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One year to go: a final Programme for Government

With a year to go until the next Scottish Parliament election, Scotland's First Minister, John Swinney, has announced that he plans to bring forward his Programme for Government.

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Nature, art and youth vision unite with new mural at Brynau Farm

A once unremarkable concrete wall has been transformed into a stunning work of art thanks to a collaboration between Coed Cadw (the Woodland Trust in Wales) and Swansea College of Art.

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Woodland Trust expresses shock at London ancient oak tree felling

Police are looking into the mysterious felling of one of London’s largest and most significant ancient trees at Whitewebbs Park in Enfield.

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Woodland Trust statement on Whitewebbs Oak felling

We are shocked and devastated by the recent felling of the ancient Whitewebbs Oak in an Enfield park in London. We want to see justice for this nationally significant oak tree. 

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Research shows only 12% of local authorities have an action plan for nature recovery

The Woodland Trust is urging local authorities to declare a nature emergency and take steps to restore severely depleted wildlife and green spaces in their communities.

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Drone sows 75,000 native tree seeds to triple rainforest cover in Cornwall and Devon

An ambitious drone tree-seeding trial in the South West could revolutionise the expansion of rainforests.

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Spot spring’s vital signs and help the Woodland Trust record the impact of climate change on nature

The Woodland Trust is urging people to get outside and spot vital signs of spring to help monitor potentially “disastrous” effects of climate change on nature, before its campaign ends on Easter Monday.

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The Woodland Trust’s Mourne Park is awarded £2.5 million windfall from the National Lottery Heritage Fund

Mourne Park is set to reopen following damage from Storms Darragh and Éowyn, with a significant financial windfall from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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New research proves woodland wildlife does wonders for wellbeing

Groundbreaking new research backed by the Woodland Trust proves that woods teeming with wildlife do wonders for your wellbeing.

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Team assembles to upskill the west coast to save Scotland’s rainforest

A team of nature conservationists have come together to develop a skill-boosting programme equipping local people to earn a living saving Scotland’s rainforest.

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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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Secret seed sources sought for Scotland’s wee trees

Woodland conservationists are seeking to flush out secret seed sources for some of the country’s rarest and smallest mountain tree species.

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Have your say on tree protection in Northern Ireland

The Woodland Trust has invited the Northern Irish public to participate in a consultation on a Tree Protection Bill.

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Land Use Framework – can we make it work for nature?

Progress has finally been made on a Land Use Framework for England, with Defra publishing a version for consultation.

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Woodland Trust Scotland takes aim at health inequalities with trees targeted by neighbourhood

Woodland Trust Scotland has announced plans to target urban planting at neighbourhoods where trees have greatest potential to boost human health and wellbeing.

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Glasgow's Argyle Street ash wins UK Tree of the Year 2025

Standing tall on one of Glasgow’s busiest roads, the Argyle Street ash has been named the winner of the Woodland Trust’s annual Tree of the Year competition.

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Integrating trees on Scotland’s farms and crofts

Woodland Trust Scotland and the National Farmers Union Scotland have jointly written to the Scottish Government calling for farmers and crofters to be given more support to integrate native trees on their land. 

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Northern Ireland must increase tree planting urgently

The State of Woods and Trees 2025: Northern Ireland report reveals that Northern Ireland not only has the lowest woodland cover in the UK and Ireland, but is also failing to meet its own tree planting targets.

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Domestic tree production essential to hit climate and nature targets

The Government’s climate change and biodiversity targets will not be met without greater support for domestic tree production, according to a new report.

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More farmers seeking benefits of trees - thousand attend Agroforestry Show 

A 'growing movement' is recognising that trees can offer farm resilience and business opportunities in the face of extreme weather with more than a thousand people joining the Agroforestry Show.

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Dawn of the Frankenstein trees

Monstrous experiments to raise the dead are taking place at the Woodland Trust's site Yonder Oak in Devon, to boost conservation efforts. 

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Ysgol Plas Coch leads the way on tree equity thanks to Woodland Trust support

Ysgol Plas Coch in Wrexham has taken meaningful action to improve its local environment by planting new trees with support from the Woodland Trust’s Emergency Tree Fund.

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11 weird and wonderful wildlife of our rainforests

From a stinky fish-smelling lichen to one which looks like a dragon’s skin, to the world’s largest slug with the strangest mating ritual – the weird and wonderful wildlife of our rainforests.