The Forestry England Blog

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The Blog

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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Bluebell woodlands
Blog
04 March 2025

Discover some of the top forests and woodlands in the country for a bluebell walk this spring.

A woman wearing cycling clothes, helmet and sunglasses poses atop a bike in the forest.
Blog
13 February 2025

Read our interview with Olympic cycling champion Evie Richards and discover her start in cycling and her love of the forest.

Group of Forestry England staff stood smiling in front of grey Forestry England van
Blog
12 February 2025

All you need to know to support young people to explore a career in forestry.

Walkers with their dog enjoying the view from top of hill
Blog
14 January 2025

We’ve put together a list of 12 breathtaking forest viewpoints, one for each month of the year. Whether you’re after peace, adventure, or a fresh perspective, these views will make...

An action shot of a brown and white spaniel jumping over a log
Blog
09 January 2025

Soak up the winter sunshine and get those/their tails wagging on one of Forestry England’s carefully selected top 10 dog-friendly walks in the forest.

A wooden play fortress in a forest setting
Blog
09 January 2025

Learn more about our new play areas are how we're making them more inclusive to visitors.

Beaver out of the water facing the camera
Blog
18 December 2024

From beavers to ancient trees, discover some of our top nature success stories of 2024.

Group of friends walking through a broadleaf forest in the summer
Blog
18 December 2024

Discover the 10 reasons why spending time in the forest is the only resolution you need to improve your health and wellbeing this year.