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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...

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.  

Two adults cycling through the dense green forest on a sunny day
Blog
05 April 2022

Have you discovered the joy of cycling in the forest yet? If not, we want 2022 to be the year that you do! 

Victoria Pendleton
Blog
11 March 2022

We met with Victoria to hear about what makes the forest a special place. Having recently moved to nearby Wareham Forest, it was the perfect place to find out more from her about...

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.

Woman walking in frosty winter forest
Blog
Stay active this winter

We're bringing you six activities to keep you active and healthy through the winter season.

Young girl in shaun ears reaches into pack
Family fun, free activities, days out and more