The Forestry England Blog

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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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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.

The motte and bailey at Castle Neroche in the Blackdown Hills.
Blog
Hillforts, burial mounds and more

What are burial mounds and wood banks? Discover what signs of the past have been left across the nation's forests.

Verity Ockenden in a red jersey running along a woodland path
Blog
22 June 2021

We catch up with Verity Ockenden, running Bronze medalist, to find out what inspires her, what advice she has for aspiring runners, and what it is that makes running in the forest...

Forest Holidays cabins at Thorpe Forest
Blog
23 April 2021

Our friends at Forest Holidays love the forest just as much as we do. The forest is much more than a place... it’s a feeling. Here’s five feelings we can help you experience in the...

Two people sitting on a bench in the forest, seen from behind.
Blog
23 April 2021

Discover simple ways to tune into nature and feel calmer and more connected. Try mindful movement, visualisation and forest listening techniques.

Staff standing by helicopter in forest clearing
Blog
06 April 2021

We spoke to area forester Gareth Browning and found out how his team managed some spectacular ‘helicopter forestry’ high above the lakes of Cumbria.

Female forester at work
Blog
08 March 2021

Read the profiles of female staff members here at Forestry England and discover the varied career paths they've taken.

Dilly running in Haldon Forest
Blog
09 December 2020

Dilly took a chance on a forest taster day for over 55's. She hasn't looked back!