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Community Ranger Tim, at Bellever Forest
Blog
24 July 2020

We caught up with Tim Powles, to see what being a Community Ranger is all about!

Staff in waders walking through bog
Blog
23 July 2020

Explore the wonderful and wet world of bog habitats within the nation's forests and why they play a vital role for climate and biodiversity.

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest Louisa Lake view in summer bench
Blog
21 July 2020

Being a teacher is hard work. Being a teacher during COVID-19 is incredibly hard work. You’ve been adapting to changing expectations, working at pace to develop new ways of...

Family of four walking through the forest on a rocky path
Blog
21 July 2020

A walk in the woods can be a joy. Dappled light, soft trails underfoot, the sounds of wildlife puncturing the hush – these are the things that attract us back to the forest again...

Picnic table at sunrise
Blog
06 July 2020

Whether you are planning your next family adventure or looking for a way to keep the kids entertained over the summer holidays, we’ve put together a selection of our favourite...

Nightjar sitting on a nest on the ground
Blog
29 June 2020

During summer 2020, we spoke to recreation ranger Amy Howells on how we have been protecting vital habitats for rare species during the pandemic. 

Sence Valley from the air
Blog
28 June 2020

Learn what it takes to find new life in the land by giving nature a helping hand.

Woman walking her dog, silhouetted against forest background
Blog
26 June 2020

Whether you’ve just discovered your nearest woodland, or you’re thinking of visiting for the very first time, check out our visitor’s guide to the forests for everything you need...

Young girl in shaun ears reaches into pack
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