The Forestry England Blog

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Stories from the nation's forests

Our blog is packed with inspiration and updates from the trees. From seasonal highlights to wildlife projects and ways to make the most of a forest visit, the blog has something for everyone.

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Exploring the outdoors and feeling seen

22 September 2023

Nature can be seen as a sanctuary, a place to break barriers and find inner peace. This is true for the Wanderers of Colour community.

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Stunning picnic spots in the North East

23 June 2026

Discover some of the best, shady picnic spots at Forestry England sites across the North East of England.

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Top forest picnic spots in the North West

23 June 2026

Discover some of the best shady picnic spots at forests and woodlands across the North West in this Forestry England blog.

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Best picnic spots in the Midlands

24 June 2026

Looking for the perfect picnic spot in the Midlands? Forestry England forests are full of beautiful places to pause, from quiet woodland glades to open spaces ideal for family days...

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Picture perfect picnic spots in the South

24 June 2026

Discover picture-perfect picnic spots in the South with Forestry England. Find scenic woodland locations for relaxing, family days out and time in nature.

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A woman and young boy sitting on a wooden picnic bench in a forest. The child is eating crisps.
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Picture perfect picnic spots in the South West

24 June 2026

Explore picture-perfect picnic spots in the South West with Forestry England. Find scenic woodland locations for family days out and relaxing time in nature.

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How to use fieldwork with your class

23 May 2023

What is the National Festival of Fieldwork and how will it benefit your class?

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Why forests are important to wildlife

05 April 2023

Discover our plans for biodiversity to thrive across our landscapes.

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