The Forestry England Blog

Wildfire changed the New Forest in a matter of hours. Read about the impact on wildlife, habitats & communities, and how conservation can help recovery.

From camping pitches to forest lodges, off-grid cabins and motorhome stopovers, discover the ways you can stay overnight in the forest with Forestry England.

From colourful leaves and crisp air to wildlife activity and fungi, forests and woodlands are great places to discover the signs of autumn.

Learn how forest wildlife prepares for winter. Discover autumn behaviours including migration, food gathering, rutting deer and hibernation.

Discover inspiring forests where art and nature come together. Explore sculpture trails, outdoor artworks, sound experiences and creative landscapes across England.

Learn about the role of a Forestry England ranger through the experiences of five rangers working to protect forests, wildlife and visitor spaces.

Plan a simple, low‑cost summer day out in the forest with Forestry England, from picnics and play to relaxing family time in nature.

Discover how Forestry England is building forest resilience at Sherwood Pines, tackling disease and climate challenges through sustainable woodland management.