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Two adults cycling through the dense green forest on a sunny day
Blog
05 April 2022

Have you discovered the joy of cycling in the forest yet? If not, we want 2022 to be the year that you do! 

Victoria Pendleton
Blog
11 March 2022

We met with Victoria to hear about what makes the forest a special place. Having recently moved to nearby Wareham Forest, it was the perfect place to find out more from her about...

Two tawny owl chicks being measured and weighed
Blog
21 December 2021

From exciting reintroduction projects to recording-breaking breeding success for threatened species, here’s our wildlife success stories this year.

Learning Westonbirt
Blog
30 November 2021

Activities to help prioritise children's mental health in any outdoor setting.

Tree hug sculpture - two grass coloured hands hugging a tree
Blog
02 November 2021

Promoting discussion and inspiring students to take action.

Children holding acorns
Blog
27 September 2021

Everything you need to know to organise a successful teacher-led forest visit. Help overcoming potential barriers to visiting the nation's forests.

Community trail clean
Blog
14 September 2021

Forests care for our mental health, as well as our physical health. As part of our partnership with Trash Free Trails we headed to the Forest of Dean to explore how seeing litter...

Young child in waterproofs pokes a stick into a log, with holly leaves in foreground.
Blog
06 September 2021

Discover five compelling reasons why visiting woodlands with your class should be top of your list.

Young girl in shaun ears reaches into pack
Family fun, free activities, days out and more