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Trees woods and wildlife
Fir, Douglas
A fragrant home for wildlife, the Douglas fir isn’t just for Christmas. First introduced in the 1800s, it’s been a valuable timber source and provided homes for the likes of red squirrels and pine martens.
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Press centre
Woodland Trust opens Mourne Park
A rare ancient woodland wildlife haven has opened in Northern Ireland for the first time in over 500 years, with three new trails to help visitors explore.
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Practical guidance
Benefits of woods and trees for local authorities
This document provides guidance and advice for local government to better achieve its environmental ambitions.
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Press centre
Former golf course becomes wooded haven for wildlife
A former golf course in north Cheshire is to be transformed by the Woodland Trust into a haven for nature and a wild place for communities to visit for years to come.
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Practical guidance
Ancient woodland restoration - maximising ecological integrity
Practical guidance on accumulating more old growth characteristics, better space and dynamism, water and air quality, reintroductions and the integrity of wider landscapes.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Ash-black slug
This massive mollusc is one of the world’s largest land slugs, and it’s found right here, in the UK’s ancient woodlands.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Oak processionary moth
The oak processionary moth not only strips oak trees of their leaves, leaving them vulnerable, but also poses a health risk to humans causing rashes and breathing difficulties.
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Protecting trees and woods
Nature’s recovery depends on better funding for native woodland
We need a Forestry Grant Scheme that reverses native woodland decline to help nature, climate and communities.
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Blog
How to make a fairy door and more magical ideas
Learn how to make a fairy door with your kids, plus more enchanting forest ideas such as magic wands, woodland potions and fairy tea parties.
Danielle Wesley • 22 Apr 2019
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Blog
How to whittle for kids and beginners
Follow our easy whittling instructions for children and beginners with guidance, safety tips and project ideas.
Rachel Hoskins • 02 May 2019