Tag Archives: tree
Ben Law – a rare species!
The Woodland Trust was recently approached by documentary film maker Robert Stern. He is currently filming with Ben Law, Grand Design’s most popular self builder who wowed and amazed millions with the way he harmoniously synced his life with his woodland surroundings. He wanted to share … Continue reading
Pining for a national tree?
Canada has its maple, England, Wales and Ireland have their oaks, and each of the States and Territories that form the United States of America have their own tree too, ranging from the towering Sequioa of California to the aptly … Continue reading
Hunting for a venerable ash tree - results
Reblogged from The New Sylva: In December we announced that we were hunting for a venerable ash to feature as the frontispiece for The New Sylva – read more. We’ve been overcome by the number of fantastic ash trees submitted … Continue reading
Tree Love Celebrations
Tree Love Week finished yesterday, but we have a few more delights for you sent in by tree lovers. Here Julie Mullen pens the thoughtful Timeless Michael.
Thunk! on the glass ceiling
Oh dear. Once again, it’s ancient woodland protection that has a twinge of disappointment where other woodland and tree issues have won their part in the government’s response to the Independent Panel for Forests. There are indeed some great things … Continue reading
Woodland Highlights: January
According to some, the winter blues are their most potent this month. But fear not, woods are proven to lift our spirits, reduce stress, soothe and inspire us. So put your boots on, wrap up warm and keep watch for a few of … Continue reading
Wood Wise: conservation grazing
The Woodland Trust’s latest Wood Wise publication focuses on conservation grazing by a range of species. There are a number of case studies from different organisations to show best practice and share experiences. Cattle, sheep, goats, ponies and pigs can all be used … Continue reading
The Great Storm’s lessons in nature
In October 1987 a weather report told us not to worry, no hurricane was on the way. It was gravely wrong and the worst storm for 300 years hit the UK. Winds of up to 122 mph swept across southern England and … Continue reading
Woodland Highlights: October
Trees/shrubs… Acorns and hazelnuts are ripening, offering an energy packed food source for dormice. Jays and squirrels will bury them for winter storage, but they often forget the location of their secret stashes and young trees shoot up next spring. … Continue reading
The breathtaking beauty of the tree
In the height of summer, I remembered this picture which I took last February during that spell of extremely cold bright weather. The unusual weather created the ideal conditions for hoarfrost to form over a hedgerow oak in fields close … Continue reading
