About us
We create
We create wildlife-rich woods and plant native trees to benefit nature, climate and people now and in the future.
Credit: iStock.com / Skynesher
Credit: iStock.com / Skynesher
Woods and trees are essential.
For people. For wildlife. For life.
That's why we're here.
About us
We protect
We fight to protect woods and trees, preventing the loss of irreplaceable habitat, nature and carbon stores for a healthier future for everyone.
About us
We restore
We bring damaged ancient woods back to life, restoring irreplaceable ecosystems to improve landscape resilience so that nature and people can thrive.
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We care
We care for over 1,000 woods, keeping them open for you to explore and enjoy. We want to inspire a love for woods and trees for generations to come.
68.5m
Planted
We have planted millions of trees since we began in 1972.
1,186
Saved
We have saved thousands of woods with your help since 1999.
38k
Revived
We are bringing thousands of hectares of ancient woodland back to life.
We want a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature.
We can't achieve our vision without you.
Find a wood near you
Search thousands of woods across the UK and gather information on the local facilities, features, wildlife and history in the area.
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Plant trees
Free trees for schools and communities
We want to make sure everyone in the UK has the chance to plant a tree. So we’re giving away hundreds of thousands of trees to schools and communities.
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British trees to plant in your garden: 14 native tree ideas
Our top UK native trees to bring colour, interest and wildlife to your garden, including size and preferred conditions.
Trees woods and wildlife
A-Z of British trees
Our A-Z guide to British trees from native species to naturalised and widely planted non-natives.
Discover fascinating forest facts
What can you spot in the woods this month?
Trees woods and wildlife
Snowdrop
One of the first signs of spring, snowdrops are widespread throughout the UK. Find out everything you need to know about them, with ID tips and images.
Trees woods and wildlife
Hazel
Catkins resembling lambs tails, and late-summer nuts. Find out why hazel is one of the UK's most useful trees.
Trees woods and wildlife
Song thrush
Famous for smashing open snails and for the sweet song which gives this bird its name. Learn about the song thrush – its breeding habits, where it lives, and other things it likes to eat.
Make a difference
Visiting woods
Nature's Calendar
Help monitor the effects of climate change on wildlife near you. Your records contribute to a growing body of scientific evidence on global warming.
Support us
Make a donation
With your support, we can ensure woods are always there, free for everyone to enjoy.
Support us
Dedications
Be it a single tree or an acre of woodland with a personalised bench, your dedication will provide a long-lasting tribute that can be visited time after time – and support local wildlife too.