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Give a gift in both their names. Make a bigger impact for woods and trees with a gift membership for two.

Research report

Trees outside woods – their landscape and ecological value

A research report examining the extent and value of single trees in hedgerows, parks and gardens, and farmland, and their contribution to the UK’s landscape.

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Video

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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Trees woods and wildlife

Reptiles and amphibians

Look out for these cold-blooded creatures along woodland edges, glades, ditches and ponds. Woods are ideal for hunting and breeding, while crevices, burrows, logs and leaf litter offer perfect winter shelter.

Case study

Planting trees to improve economic returns

A case study demonstrating the benefits of agroforestry on an arable farm, including crop diversification, enhanced biodiversity and reduced wind erosion.

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Practical guidance

Creu coetir a lleddfu llifogydd - dal y dyfroedd yn ôl

Sut all coed a gwrychoedd/perthi lleddfu llifogydd a help rheoli dŵr? Mae’r astudiaethau achos hyn o Gymru, cynnig enghreifftiau o sut mae hyn yn gweithio.

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Research report

The role of trees outside woods - their ecological and landscape benefits

A report on the many ecological and landscape benefits offered by copses, hedgerows, lone trees and orchards in the UK, and why their protection is so important.

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Journal

Wood Wise – reintroducing lost species

The autumn 2018 issue of Wood Wise looks at the species reintroductions for conservation, focusing on a number of projects happening across the UK.

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Ferns

Lush, ancient and primitive, ferns are magnificent non-flowering plants that reproduce via spores. They are a common sight in woods, as many species are shade tolerant and can grow year round, bringing some welcome green to cooler months.

Blog

How to protect your plants in winter

Top tips on how to protect your garden plants from wind, rain, frost and snow, plus other garden jobs for winter: planning, planting and helping wildlife.

Kate Lewthwaite  •  04 Nov 2020