People act like woodland creation is a whole lot more complicated than it is, but the step 1 plan is find a bit of land, and step 2 is we check out, then step 3 is we grab a bunch of amazing folks to smash em in. Who you gonna call? @protect.earth - video by Fergus Dingle
It has been a long wait but the sale of the land near Bath, UK has finally gone through. We now own 81 acres of land on the banks of the River Avon which we are calling Warleigh Nature Reserve.
New website on the way, but for now you can sign up here for email updates! warleighnaturereserve.org
It's still a bit early to be planting trees, so what have we been up to in October? Our favourite thing: ancient woodland restoration, and specifically rhododenderon removal! www.protect.earth/articles/rho... #AncientWoodlands #InvasiveSpecies #Biodiversity #Wales
As summers continue to get unseasonably warm and dry, reforestation proves to be a bigger challenge. Our flagship woodland creation site Goytre Hill had a rough start, with approximately 54% survival rate year one. Here’s how we’ll make year two go better. www.protect.earth/articles/goy...
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Ancient woodlands don’t stop at the treeline.
Plant near them, and the soil remembers.
Bluebells bloom where history lingers.
So… when does new become ancient?
Click to read how ancient woodlands grow beyond their boundaries: buff.ly/JJ3OCDs
Ever been ambushed by a soil scientist with a boot full of gear? We were. At High Wood. And we said yes.
We tested three woodland zones—conifers, ancient woodland, and newly restored ground. The results? Read the full story to see what soil life can teach us about rewilding:
Droughts are increasing. Our 140,000+ saplings face a tougher climate as England experienced its driest Feb–April since 1956,. Yet, trees help by cooling land, storing water, and reducing floods. Discover more about how young trees combat the challenges of droughts:
Not all forests are what they seem. At High Wood, beneath the conifers, are remnants of ancient woodland and are working to restore it. It’s a gradual, practical process, but the soil remembers. The oaks stand tall, and fungi, seeds, and wildlife are poised to return. Read our guide: buff.ly/hG0PvA7
Join us for the "All Day Balsam Bashing Marathon" on Sunday, 6th July, from 8 am - 8 pm. Help us tackle Himalayan Balsam between Nibley and Iron Acton to protect our local ecosystem. No experience needed—just bring your wellies and enthusiasm! Sign up via our Eventbrite page: buff.ly/aOfY1ev
Biodiversity wins when people connect.
Ellie from Reuseabox heard a farmer wanted to plant 1,000 trees. She brought the tools, the team—and us.
Fast forward to 300m of hedgerow, shelter belts, and a brilliant example of corporate volunteering.
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On 6 July, BART will be tackling Himalayan balsam on the River Frome—boosting biodiversity & protecting riverbanks one pull at a time.
Protect Earth is all in—we’ve got our own balsam to bash on the Avon soon. Want to know why this pretty plant is a real problem?
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Ancient woodland = centuries of life, biodiversity, and resilience.
We're working to restore these extraordinary habitats—and now you can sponsor a square metre to help.
New doc by Wood for the Trees explores our work + the growing movement to protect what's left.
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1,850 native trees in 2 days 🌱
We teamed up with Screech Owl Sanctuary to plant a carbon-catching, biodiversity-boosting woodland in Cornwall. Grants covered the kit. Volunteers brought the energy. The result? A small forest and a big win for nature.
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2,375 native saplings planted. 400m of hedgerow laid. 14 volunteers, 2 days, 1 brilliant smallholding.
We returned to South Molton this Feb to plant biodiversity-boosting hedgerows with a landowner who gets it.
Read more about the saplings, the team, and why it matters:
Ancient woodlands are precious! Learn about the restoration efforts in the UK, from halting decline to maximising ecological integrity. Watch this video to find out how to identify these vital ecosystems and the challenges they face.
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Hedges are vital wildlife highways, but they're disappearing.
Protect Earth is running hedge-laying training courses to restore them — and the skills behind them.
Learn the art of laying a living fence and help revive biodiversity across the countryside.
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Beavers are back—and quietly reshaping the UK's landscape. They're not just building dams; they're building resilience.
Read more about their muddy, hopeful comeback.
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#Beavers #Rewilding #UKWildlife
Big thanks to our High Wood volunteers who help maintain and restore the woodland each month. Join our monthly work party on the third weekend. For details, visit our website.
Volunteering and photos: @rachelinliskeard
#ProtectEarth #CommunityVolunteering #HighWood #Cornwall #WoodlandManagement
Avon Needs Trees urges the next Metro Mayor of West England to prioritise nature recovery and green growth. If these are important to you, sign their petition. If you're outside the area, sign and ask local representatives to adopt similar initiatives!
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#NatureIsLush #naturerecovery
Rhododendrons may be beautiful, but they’re destructive in UK woodlands. 🌿 Protect Earth recently partnered with Menston Area Nature Trust to remove these invasive species at East Wood, restoring space for native plants to flourish.
Partnerships like this help us to make an impact.
In 2022, we planted 710 saplings with a farmer near Cheltenham and returned for essential maintenance. Dead saplings were replaced, and shelterbelts strengthened. Tree planting requires ongoing care for biodiversity and climate resilience. Check out our latest day on the land!
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37,417 saplings. 55.85 acres. A 14% planting increase from last season! 🌳 Protect Earth’s 2024/25 season made a lasting impact growing resilient ecosystems.
Read more about our work and what’s next!
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High Wood's trails got a big upgrade, thanks to Shane and Ian, who added drainage a pipe to keep the trail open in all weather, with water flowing into the leaky dams down the valley and supporting accessibility and nature — a win-win.
#HighWood #WoodlandImprovement #CornwallNature #EcoProjects
Learn to lay a hedge at Protect Earth’s one-day course in Goytre Wood. Gain practical skills that provide ecological benefits. Discover upcoming courses to enhance your green skills. Click to learn more! www.protect.earth/articles/how... #CommunityEngagement #GreenSkills #HedgeLaying #NatureSkills
Invasive species threaten the UK's natural balance, but Protect Earth's affordable removal services can help restore native habitats. Want to know how invasives impact biodiversity and what can be done about it? Click to read more!
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Healthy forests still need care. Thinning woodlands helps create space for diverse species while tackling invasive plants. Learn how it works—click to read more.
Can nature rebuild itself, or does it need a helping hand? At West Field Wood, Protect Earth combined natural regeneration with tree planting to accelerate woodland recovery. The result? A thriving landscape that balances intervention and resilience. Click to read more.
From grazed grassland to thriving woodland—11,000 saplings are now planted in Nannerch, shaping a future rich in biodiversity. See how we did it:
A woodland in the making: 5,000+ trees planted, a dedicated team, and a vision for restoring nature. Wood Could Should’s journey to transform 8.5 acres is a story of collaboration and care. Read how Protect Earth helped bring this landscape back to life. Click for the story.
