The Forestry England Blog

Find out about these ancient plants and why we are home to the largest collection of conifers in the world.

Win a forest cabin break up to £1000 in our biggest Christmas competition yet! A real retreat from the everyday.

Forests provide some of the best cycling trails around. We’ve teamed up with British Cycling to bring you top tips and things to think about before heading out on your bike.

Explore the top spots to experience autumn in the Midlands, and discover your nearest forest for vibrant seasonal colours, breathtaking views, and mindful moments in nature. 

Discover some of the top spots in the South of England for autumn walks, and explore the many winding forest paths of fallen leaves, wildlife and radiant colour.

Have you thought about trail running but not sure where to start?

Allow yourself the time and space that you need to reflect by taking a therapeutic trip to the forest and practicing mindfulness with our top tips.

Designing mountain bike trails takes a whole lot of expertise to bring a design and build that meets the needs of the rider, plays friendly with nature and the terrain, and fits...