About us
We create
We create wildlife-rich woods and plant native trees to benefit nature, climate and people now and in the future.
Credit: Steven Kind / WTML
Credit: Steven Kind / WTML
Woods and trees are essential.
For people. For wildlife. For life.
That's why we're here.
About us
We protect
We fight to protect woods and trees, preventing the loss of irreplaceable habitat, nature and carbon stores for a healthier future for everyone.
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We restore
We bring damaged ancient woods back to life, restoring irreplaceable ecosystems to improve landscape resilience so that nature and people can thrive.
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We care
We care for over 1,000 woods, keeping them open for you to explore and enjoy. We want to inspire a love for woods and trees for generations to come.
68.5m
Planted
We have planted millions of trees since we began in 1972.
1,186
Saved
We have saved thousands of woods with your help since 1999.
38k
Revived
We are bringing thousands of hectares of ancient woodland back to life.
We want a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature.
We can't achieve our vision without you.
A-Z of British trees
Explore our simple A-Z identification guide to the trees of Britain, from natives to naturalised and widely planted non-native species. You'll find images, tree descriptions and information on where you're likely to find them.
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Plant trees
Free trees for schools and communities
We want to make sure everyone in the UK has the chance to plant a tree. So we’re giving away hundreds of thousands of trees to schools and communities.
BLOG
British trees to plant in your garden: 14 native tree ideas
Our top UK native trees to bring colour, interest and wildlife to your garden, including size and preferred conditions.
Blog
Best native hedge plants: choose the right hedges
Helen Keating • 23 May 2023
Get closer to nature
Visiting woods
Things to do in spring
Spring woods are a hive of activity, bursting with fresh sights, sounds and smells. Make the most of this stunning season with our top ideas for your visit.
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Loch Arkaig osprey cam
Follow the story of our Loch Arkaig ospreys, live from the heart of an ancient Caledonian pine forest.
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Events
Discover events at our woods and the festivals and fairs you can find us at soon.
Discover our rainforests
Blog
8 enchanting rainforests to explore in the UK
Charlotte Varela • 12 Mar 2025
Video
Explore the mysterious world of Britain's rainforests
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Take an audio tour of a rainforest
Listen to our podcast from magical Bovey Valley Woods to learn all about UK rainforest, its fantastic wildlife, why this habitat is so important and how we can protect it.
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Make a difference
Protecting trees and woods
Keep living legends alive
Most of our oldest trees are not legally protected. We're urging governments across the UK to change that.
Visiting woods
Spot the changing seasons
Tell us what's happening to nature near you this spring and help scientists track the effects of climate change on UK wildlife.
Support us
Make a donation
With your support, we can ensure woods are always there, free for everyone to enjoy.