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Young ash leaves bursting out of their buds
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Why do trees wake up in spring?

17 March 2023
Trees bursting into leaf is one of the wonderful signs of spring to enjoy, but how much do you know about the budburst?
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Bluebells on the forest floor
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Spring social media competitions

16 March 2023
Enter our Spring competition, with a chance to win prizes!
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Bluebells in sunshine
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Signs of spring

01 March 2023
As you head outside this spring, explore the sights, sounds and smells bringing new life to the forest.
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Three women ride bikes
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Ten reasons why women should be cycling in the forest

27 February 2023
We take a look at the benefits of cycling in the forest for women and how our Breeze into the Forest rides are the perfect place to start.
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Vanessa Feltz walking through Wendover Woods.
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Enjoy a walk in the woods with Vanessa Feltz

16 February 2023
We joined TV personality and broadcaster Vanessa Feltz as she escaped the city rushed and enjoyed a day full of activities at Wendover woods.
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A white-tailed eagle soaring through the blue sky
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White-tailed eagle project | February 2023 update

14 February 2023
Four years since the start of our ambitious project, we caught up with white-tailed eagle project officer Steve Egerton.
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A group of five school children in the forest, wearing high-vis vests and looking at a clipboard
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Ranger in a Bag launches

01 February 2023
What is Ranger in a Bag and how does it work?
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A man walking through a forest clearing
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Make 2023 your year of forest adventures

03 January 2023
There's something for everyone in the forest and the new year is the perfect time to start planning your year of adventures.
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