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Broadleaved woodland

Sun-dappled and ever-changing, broadleaved woodland across the UK provides ideal conditions for more species than you can count! We fight to protect it, and make much more, but, the UK is still one of the least wooded countries in Europe.

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British trees: folklore and mythology

Trees are deeply embedded in our history and folklore. Explore nine British trees with their own magical associations and stories.

Helen Keating  •  29 Apr 2021

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Woodland Trust plans Captain Tom's Memorial Woodland  

Holme House Wood, Keighley will be renamed and redesigned in honour of Captain Sir Tom Moore.

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British trees and shrubs to plant: 14 native garden trees

British trees pack a big punch in your garden. Make space for one or two you’ll have year-round interest and be supporting wildlife too. Here's our top 14 native trees to plant in your garden.

Helen Keating  •  08 Nov 2021

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Silver Birch Scotland's hedge maze

Silver Birch Scotland has planted an incredible maze with our free tree packs. See how trees plus social and therapeutic horticulture can build skills, grow confidence and generate health benefits.

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Eco-friendly travel: 10 woods to visit by train

Head off on an eco-friendly woodland adventure that starts with a romantic rail journey.

Kayleigh Jacobs-Rutter  •  02 Apr 2024