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Woodland Highlights: May

Thankfully some warmth has returned to our shores. This is the last month of spring and many trees are flushed with their new leaves. Keen photographers may want to take this opportunity to capture them while they are still fresh and vivid … Continue reading

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Why Bees Need Trees

Brigit Strawbridge is a writer and environmental activist passionate about the plight of our bees. We had to share her latest blog post with you – what do trees have to do with bees? I’ve just returned home from a lovely long … Continue reading

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Woodland Highlights: September

September heralds the start of autumn, a time of great change for woodland. The leaves of some trees, such as ash and beech, will begin to yellow. While many species will be trying to fatten up to survive their winter hibernation. Trees/shrubs… … Continue reading

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Woodland Highlights: April

The colours and forms of spring delight the senses of those who venture into woods. April is the time for woodland wildflowers, seizing their opportunity while sunlight beams upon the earth through the leafless trees. Some are already making their presence … Continue reading

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