Category Archives: WoodWatch

Here we go again!

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

The dust hasn’t yet settled on the Oaken Wood Public Inquiry, and already the Trust is having to stand up for ancient woodland in Kent at another public inquiry. This time it’s the proposed widening of the A21, between Tonbridge … Continue reading →

Posted in Climate Change, Local campaign, Oaken Wood, Planning, Protection, Roads, Woods Under Threat | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 22 Comments

A rare review – ‘Woodsman’ by Ben Law

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

We mentioned Ben Law on the blog a couple of weeks ago, and after sharing a post discussing the management of woodland we thought it would be interesting to discuss Ben’s new book ‘Woodsman’. The Trust receives a number of … Continue reading →

Posted in Biodiversity, Climate Change, Conservation, Forestry management, Inspiration | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Ancient Suffolk Oaks

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

Our guest blogger today is Paul Dixon, a photographer who, along with his other work, uses his images to raise awareness of humanitarian and environmental issues… “I’m not usually one for blogging, however when I was invited to write a … Continue reading →

Posted in Ancient trees, Conservation, Inspiration, Tree pests & diseases | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Earth Day – Sing for the Trees

Posted on April 16, 2013 by

Our latest guest blog comes from the lady that is inspiring thousands of people across the world to unite their voices in song for the trees that bring so much life to our world. Susan Hale tells you how to … Continue reading →

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Two in three Scots prefer pines

Posted on April 12, 2013 by

Last month I blogged about a survey to find Scotland’s choice for the national tree. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the Scots pine stood out high above the rest with two-thirds of the vote. Rowan, which I should declare as my own personal … Continue reading →

Posted in Biodiversity, Inspiration, Scotland | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Engaging schools in the wonder of woods and trees: the pupil’s persective

Posted on April 10, 2013 by

Changes to the curriculum in England are a worry for us, as we work so closely with children in schools. Continuing our mini blog series for this campaign, our Schools Development Manager, Karen Letten, shares her view: “Here at the … Continue reading →

Posted in Campaigning, Climate Change, Consultation, England, Inspiration, Nature in education, Policy | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Tomorrow’s children? The most important seeds we need to sow: a parent’s perspective

Posted on April 9, 2013 by

As we launch our action in response to changes to the school curriculum - which we fear could threaten opportunities for school trips and outdoor learning in England – we welcome a special guest blog from our Head of People Engagement, Graham … Continue reading →

Posted in Campaigning, England, Inspiration, Nature in education, Policy | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 19 Comments

Happy Birthday to the National Planning Policy Framework!

Posted on March 26, 2013 by

 ”Why was he born so beautiful? Why was he born at all? He’s no blumin use to anyone. He’s no blumin use at all….” Well we are going to find out aren’t we? Last year on the 27th March 2012, … Continue reading →

Posted in Campaigning, Climate Change, Community groups, Government Affairs, Local campaign, Planning, Policy, Woods Under Threat, WoodWatch | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

People Power CAN help our woodlands

Posted on March 15, 2013 by

“Well done”, perhaps not the first thing you would expect to hear someone saying to the local community groups and others that today received the news that the High Court has rejected 9 out of their 10 objections to the … Continue reading →

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Not just neighbourhood planning – a neighbourhood plan!

Posted on March 11, 2013 by

More exciting news from the world of neighbourhood planning, well a small corner of it anyway. Since my last blog the Upper Eden neighbourhood plan has passed through the referendum stage. Following the plan’s successful examination it had to face a … Continue reading →

Posted in Climate Change, Community groups, Local campaign, Local Government, Planning, Woods Under Threat | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments