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: Maggie Sully / Alamy Stock Photo
Credit: Maggie Sully / Alamy Stock Photo
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.
About us
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.
A-Z of British trees
Explore our simple A-Z identification guide to the trees of Britain, from natives to naturalised and widely planted non-native species. You'll find images, tree descriptions and information on where you're likely to find them.
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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.
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10 best trees to attract birds and other wildlife
Charlie Mellor • 02 May 2023
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Best native hedge plants: choose the right hedges
Helen Keating • 23 May 2023
Discover winter woodland
Visiting woods
Things to do in winter
Come rain, shine or snow, winter woods are well worth exploring. Make the most of this stunning season with our top ideas for your visit.
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Which trees have catkins? And how to tell them apart
Alex Marshall • 07 Jan 2025
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How to identify winter trees quiz - twigs, buds and silhouettes
Helen Keating • 17 Dec 2020
Spot woodland wildlife
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Winter visitors to the UK: birds you'll only spot this season
Amy Lewis • 19 Jan 2022
Trees woods and wildlife
Identify wildlife
Woods are brimming with wildlife. Discover what's out there with our identification guides.
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Animal tracks: snow print identification
Charlie Mellor • 17 Jan 2022
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.
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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.