Go exploring
Primordial landscapes, tangled branches, breathtaking wildlife and miles of woodland trails. From the countryside to cities, we care for thousands of woods throughout the UK, all free to visit.
Find a wood near youCredit: John Bridges / WTML
Credit: John Bridges / WTML
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Walking
Taking a walk in the woods is the easiest way to enjoy the outdoors and get closer to nature. From woodland glade to unexplored pathways, where will your visit to the woods take you?
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Woodland activities for children and families
Build dens. Spot wildlife. Make natural art. We've got plenty of ideas to help families enjoy woods and the great outdoors all year round.
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Identify wildlife
Woods are brimming with wildlife. Discover what's out there with our identification guides.
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Foraging: what to look out for each month
See what's in season with our guide to sustainable foraging with top tips on how to pick, cook and eat wild plants.
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Walking dogs in our woods
Dogs are welcome for walkies in our woods. Take a look at our tips and guidelines for ensuring we keep our woods safe and special for dogs and wildlife.
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Natures Calendar
Nature is full of clues to the changing seasons and we need your help to track them.
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Woods through the seasons
Our woods are a wonderful place to visit all year round. Visit in spring for swathes of bluebells, summer for sunlit picnics, autumn for bright bold colours and winter for snow-topped trees.
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Woodland photography
A camera is the perfect companion for a trip to the woods – capture the changing seasons, photograph wildlife, learn new techniques and create memories that will last forever.
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Events
Discover events at our woods and the festivals and fairs we're attending in the coming months. From walking and wellbeing to photography and tree planting events, our woodland events are a great day out.