
We care for a patchwork of different habitats across the nation's forests. But did you know not all of it is trees? Almost a fifth is open habitat such as heathland and peatland. We also look after some of England’s most important ancient woodlands and oldest trees. Find out about the rich, diverse and connected habitats being protected and improved by our expert, sustainable management.

National Nature Reserves
National Nature Reserves are such important habitats that they're protected by Natural England. Find out more about the reserves in our care and what makes them special.

Open habitat management
Forests are not just all trees. Find out why open areas are such an important feature in our landscapes.

Wilder forests
We're letting nature lead the way at four areas in the nation's forest. Find out more about this bold approach to forestry.

Restoring peatlands
Find out why peatland habitat is so important for climate and biodiversity, and why we're helping to restore them.

Ancient woodlands
Learn more about how we manage the ancient woodlands in our care and the work we're doing to restore them.