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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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...

Forest Holidays cabins at Thorpe Forest
Blog
23 April 2021

Our friends at Forest Holidays love the forest just as much as we do. The forest is much more than a place... it’s a feeling. Here’s five feelings we can help you experience in the...

Woman walking through the forest towards sunbeams
Blog
23 April 2021

If we don’t yet have a forest for wellbeing trail at your local forest fear not, we’ve still got some simple ways to help you tune into nature wherever you are.

Staff standing by helicopter in forest clearing
Blog
06 April 2021

We spoke to area forester Gareth Browning and found out how his team managed some spectacular ‘helicopter forestry’ high above the lakes of Cumbria.

Female forester at work
Blog
08 March 2021

Read the profiles of female staff members here at Forestry England and discover the varied career paths they've taken.

Dilly running in Haldon Forest
Blog
09 December 2020

Dilly took a chance on a forest taster day for over 55's. She hasn't looked back!

Large old tree with forest behind
Blog
27 November 2020

Veteran trees are an important part of the nation's forests and woodlands. Discover more about their characteristics and how we care for them.

Woman in denim sitting on bench in the forest, writing in a book
Blog
29 October 2020

Half-term may be coming to a close but there are many ways to keep the sights, smells, tranquillity and adventures of the forest alive in your classroom.

From guided yoga...