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Trees woods and wildlife
Rowan
Bane of witches, diviner of the future and producer of jam, rowan is an elegant tree with a mystical history. Its leaves and berries are a favourite for wildlife in woods and towns alike.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Bullfinch
Shy but striking. Bullfinches bring a brilliant burst of colour to the UK’s woods. The species depends on trees for much of its food, feeding on seeds and buds.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Birch, downy
Soft on the outside. Tough on the inside. On a global scale, this tree, with its fuzzy leaf stalks, shoots and twigs, grows further north than any other broadleaf species.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Bilberry
Traditional healer and tea-time favourite. This low-growing shrub has potent medicinal powers harnessed for almost a thousand years, while its blue-black berries make excellent jams, pies and liqueurs.
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Video
Geraint Davies, upland sheep and beef farmer
Find out why Geraint has planted new hedgerows, more streamside trees, and increased tree cover on his Ffridd.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Honeysuckle
Twining, scented woodland stunner. This trumpet-like flower is a paradise for wildlife, with its sweet, heady fragrance calling to nearby species, particularly on warm summer evenings.
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Protecting and restoring temperate rainforest in Devon
See how we're working with organisations including Plantlife and the National Trust to protect and restore temperate rainforest sites across Devon.
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Blog
What can I do about climate change?
Climate change can feel overwhelming. But there's plenty you can do to have an impact. We've put together seven top tips for fighting back.
Helen Keating • 12 Nov 2021
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Hilary Hinks - volunteer heritage researcher
Find out more about Hilary's volunteering and why she was nominated for an award.
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How trees capture and store carbon
Photosynthesis is made simple as you take a journey into the leaf of a tree with our animation and discover how trees capture and store carbon.
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