The Blog

Outdoors inspiration

The blog is packed with inspiration, activities, competitions and updates from England's forests. Sign up and let us know your preferences for inspiration delivered straight to your inbox.

Latest posts

Check the boxes below to display topics you are interested in:

Select allClear all
Autumn red orange trees
Blog
05 September 2022
Uncover the science behind the changing season, and discover why leaves change colour in this magical season.
Red stag with hinds
Blog
01 September 2022
Use our top tips to become a deer detective and get to know these majestic animals.
Georgia Tindley running on a trail
Blog
03 August 2022
Have you thought about trail running but not sure where to start?
Woman writing on a notepad in the forest
Blog
14 June 2022
Allow yourself the time and space that you need to reflect by taking a therapeutic trip to the forest and practicing mindfulness with our top tips.
Insect
Blog
10 June 2022
Meet the little things that call the nation’s forests their home.
A white-tailed eagle soaring through the blue sky
Blog
07 June 2022
Discover how white-tailed eagles are becoming part of the landscape in this latest update from project officer Steve.
Two mountain bikers on corner
Blog
25 May 2022
Designing mountain bike trails takes a whole lot of expertise to bring a design and build that meets the needs of the rider, plays friendly with nature and the terrain, and fits with the wider management of the forest environment.
Bedgebury National Pinetum Dallimore Valley sunrise splitting the trees
Blog
26 April 2022
Discover our top tips for Forest Listening, the simple act of listening to the sounds of the forest.  
Young girl in shaun ears reaches into pack

Sign up to our Family Newsletter

Family fun, free activities, days out and more