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Early purple orchid

One of the first orchids to arrive during spring, the early purple orchid is a sight to behold.

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Improve livestock health and wellbeing

David Brass, CEO of The Lakes Free Range Egg Company, has seen improvements in animal health as well as commercial benefits for his farm after planting trees. 

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How to plant and maintain native hedges

The small but mighty hedge packs a punch for people and nature, sheltering wildlife, cleaning our air, capturing carbon and much more. Explore how and when to plant and prune your hedge for the best results.​

Protecting trees and woods

How to set up a local group and meeting

A group of passionate, like-minded people could help others understand the value of woods and trees and shape local policy.

Visiting woods

Gillian's Wood

We are restoring this ancient woodland site to its former glory. 

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What gifts in wills have helped us achieve

When you remember us in your will, you protect the woods and trees you love for future generations. See for yourself how legacies are already making a huge difference.

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Leasing a wood

Leasing a wood may be a better option if your community group is small or has limited funds.

Protecting trees and woods

Norwich Western Link road threatens ancient woods and trees

Road plans in Norfolk threaten ancient woods and trees and the wildlife that live there. Find out what’s at stake and how you can help.

Journal

Wood Wise – ancient trees

The spring 2014 issue of Wood Wise looks at the ecology of ancient and veteran trees, the work to identify and protect them, and what the future holds.

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