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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Two tawny owl chicks being measured and weighed
Blog
21 December 2021

From exciting reintroduction projects to recording-breaking breeding success for threatened species, here’s our wildlife success stories this year.

Learning Westonbirt
Blog
30 November 2021

Activities to help prioritise children's mental health in any outdoor setting.

Tree hug sculpture - two grass coloured hands hugging a tree
Blog
02 November 2021

Promoting discussion and inspiring students to take action.

Community trail clean
Blog
14 September 2021

Forests care for our mental health, as well as our physical health. As part of our partnership with Trash Free Trails we headed to the Forest of Dean to explore how seeing litter...

Young child in waterproofs pokes a stick into a log, with holly leaves in foreground.
Blog
06 September 2021

Discover five compelling reasons why visiting woodlands with your class should be top of your list.

Smithy Beck Longhouse - heritage
Blog
20 July 2021

The nation's forests are full of stories of old. Learn more about the historic forest environment and how we care for it.

The motte and bailey at Castle Neroche in the Blackdown Hill
Blog
30 June 2021

Discover the hidden signs of historic landscapes you can find in the nation's forests

Verity Ockenden in a red jersey running along a woodland path
Blog
22 June 2021

We catch up with Verity Ockenden, running Bronze medalist, to find out what inspires her, what advice she has for aspiring runners, and what it is that makes running in the forest...