Footpath closures in the Forest
Our permissive footpaths enable people to enjoy the Forest 364 days a year, closing for one day only on 5 December 2019. Find out about the closures.
A Forest for everyone
Our new accessible trail aims to make woodland visits possible for everyone, enabling wheelchair and pushchair users to benefit from time in the Forest.
Holly tree – not just for Christmas
Holly is a favourite festive foliage but it’s not just for Christmas. Find out why holly is one of the most valuable trees in the Forest.
Grant enables learning in the Forest
Thanks to a grant from the Postcode Local Trust, children are learning in the Forest and being inspired to care for the natural world around them.
Purple Emperor in the Forest
This summer the rare and elusive purple emperor was found in not one but three locations within the Heart of England Forest.
The magnificent daimyo oak
Whilst our main focus is to plant native broadleaf trees, the magnificent daimyo oak from the Far East is a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered.