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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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...

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...

Mossy Forestry Commission sign through metal fencing
Blog
18 June 2020

We go behind the scenes with Tony Bartholomew to hear about his experiences in capturing a year in the life of the nation’s forests.

Beaver with tags in water
Blog
03 June 2020

Once a key part of wetland habitats, these ecosystem engineers were hunted to extinction. Now they’re returning to our forests to see if they can help restore our wetlands and...

Woman with closed eyes facing out of a window
Blog
07 April 2020

Spending time in forests is good for our mental, physical and social wellbeing. So how do we continue to experience the wellbeing benefits of trees and forests whilst following the...