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Protecting trees and woods

How to set up a local group and meeting

A group of passionate, like-minded people could help others understand the value of woods and trees and shape local policy.

Visiting woods

Gillian's Wood

We are restoring this ancient woodland site to its former glory. 

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What gifts in wills have helped us achieve

When you remember us in your will, you protect the woods and trees you love for future generations. See for yourself how legacies are already making a huge difference.

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Leasing a wood

Leasing a wood may be a better option if your community group is small or has limited funds.

Protecting trees and woods

Norwich Western Link road threatens ancient woods and trees

Road plans in Norfolk threaten ancient woods and trees and the wildlife that live there. Find out what’s at stake and how you can help.

Journal

Wood Wise – ancient trees

The spring 2014 issue of Wood Wise looks at the ecology of ancient and veteran trees, the work to identify and protect them, and what the future holds.

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Blog

Autumn leaf ID quiz: can you identify 10 trees?

Test your tree knowledge. As autumn sets in, many of the trees around us change colour, but do you know what they are?

Helen Keating  •  21 Sep 2020

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Outdoor learning at forest school

Forest school is lots of fun, and besides the educational value, contributes to children’s personal, social and emotional development.

Frances Harris  •  06 Feb 2018

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Explore different viewpoints

What would a tree look like from a bird’s eye view? Or a bug’s eye view? This activity involves visiting a wood or other natural space and challenging your students to explore it from more than one point of view.