For people. For wildlife. For life.
That's why we're here.
About us
We create wildlife-rich woods and plant native trees to benefit nature, climate and people now and in the future.
About us
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 bring damaged ancient woods back to life, restoring irreplaceable ecosystems to improve landscape resilience so that nature and people can thrive.
About us
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.
Planted
We have planted millions of trees since we began in 1972.
Saved
We have saved thousands of woods with your help since 1999.
Revived
We are bringing thousands of hectares of ancient woodland back to life.
We can't achieve our vision without you.
Ashleigh Aylett • 19 May 2026
RHS Chelsea Flower Show is now open and our very special garden has won a gold medal! Discover the beauty and value of ancient woods and the change we hope the garden will make.
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Charlie Mellor • 02 May 2023
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Becca Smith • 07 Oct 2022
Plant trees
Different trees have different purposes and needs. Choose your species according to the land you have and what you want from your trees.
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Helen Keating • 26 May 2021
Trees woods and wildlife
Our A-Z guide to British trees from native species to naturalised and widely planted non-natives.
Trees woods and wildlife
How long do trees live? How old before they're ancient? Get the low-down on ancient trees and where to find them in the UK.
Visiting woods
Search thousands of woods across the UK and gather information on the local facilities, features, wildlife and history in the area.
Trees woods and wildlife
Follow the story of our Loch Arkaig ospreys, live from the heart of an ancient Caledonian pine forest.
Trees woods and wildlife
Catch all the drama streaming live from our barn owl nest camera at Brynau Farm, nestled in the rolling Welsh hills.
Visiting woods
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
We want a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature. Please support our work.
Support us
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.
