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Trees woods and wildlife
Dog’s mercury
A poisonous coloniser of ancient woodland, dog’s mercury is quick to sweep over the wood floor, sometimes outcompeting more delicate ancient woodland species.
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Visiting woods
Walking dogs in our woods
Dogs are welcome for walkies in our woods. Take a look at our tips and guidelines for ensuring we keep our woods safe and special for dogs and wildlife.
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Visiting woods
Commercial dog walking in our woods
Find out how to apply for a licence for commercial dog walking in some of our woodlands.
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Blog
Winter picnics: hot food ideas and recipes
Keep warm on a winter picnic with our recipes and food ideas, including mulled apple juice, hot dogs, chilli pitta pockets and jacket potatoes.
Danielle Wesley • 05 Jan 2023
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Woodland Trust Wood
Culvery Wood
Pensford
3.56 ha (8.80 acres)
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Woodland Trust Wood
Parkway Woods
Higher Compton
19.97 ha (49.35 acres)
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Event
Summer butterfly walk at Heartwood Forest
Learn how to identify different butterfly species on a short guided walk through the insect-rich habitats of Heartwood Forest.
Sat 27 Jun 2026 • Heartwood Forest, Sandridge
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Woodland creation and management guided walk at Heartwood Forest
Discover the story of Heartwood Forest from beginning to now, 18 years since we started planting and restoring this thriving woodland.
Sat 11 Jul 2026 • Heartwood Forest, Sandridge
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Moth catching demonstration at Heartwood Forest
Discover the fascinating world of moths this summer with our catching demonstration at Heartwood Forest.
Sat 11 Jul 2026 • Heartwood Forest, Sandridge
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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