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Stories from the nation's forests

Our blog is packed with inspiration and updates from the trees. From seasonal highlights to wildlife projects and ways to make the most of a forest visit, the blog has something for everyone.

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A woman and young boy sitting on a wooden picnic bench in a forest. The child is eating crisps.
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Picture perfect picnic spots in the South West

02 June 2023

Dust off the chequered blanket and dig out the napkins. Here are the perfect spots for a picnic in the South West this summer.

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Ranger in a bag fieldwork
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How to use fieldwork with your class

23 May 2023

What is National Fieldwork Fortnight and how will it benefit your class?

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Stoat poking its head up between the logs in a timber stack
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Why forests are important to wildlife

05 April 2023

Discover our plans for biodiversity to thrive across our landscapes.

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Three women ride bikes
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Ten reasons why women should be cycling in the forest

27 February 2023

We take a look at the benefits of cycling in the forest for women and how our Breeze into the Forest rides are the perfect place to start.

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Vanessa Feltz walking through Wendover Woods.
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Enjoy a walk in the woods with Vanessa Feltz

16 February 2023

We joined TV personality and broadcaster Vanessa Feltz as she escaped the city rushed and enjoyed a day full of activities at Wendover woods.

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A group of five school children in the forest, wearing high-vis vests and looking at a clipboard
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Ranger in a Bag

01 February 2023

What is Ranger in a Bag and how does it work?

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Osprey juvenile with identification ring showing by talons
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Wildlife highlights of the year | 2022

22 December 2022

Forestry England’s top nature recovery stories from 2022.

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Bedgebury Forest - pines and trail
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Six surprising facts about conifers

15 November 2022

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

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