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'300-year-old' Co Down oak that inspired Narnia shortlisted for Tree of the Year 2022

This year's national contest celebrates 'living legends' that have withstood the test of time

Belfast Live

Three sculptures and a waterside trail planned for ancient woodland in Bolton

The Woodland Trust, who run the Smithills estate north of Bolton, want visitors to enjoy and learn about the history of the site

Manchester Evening News

Woodland walk near Edinburgh home to magnificent UK Tree of the Year contender

A tree in Midlothian, which is shaped like 'a portal to another world' has been nominated as Scotland's Tree of the Year for 2022 - and it could land the UK-wide title.

Edinburgh Live

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‘Living legends’: Woodland Trust reveals tree of the year shortlist

Oak said to have inspired Chronicles of Narnia among 12 contenders in competition now in its eighth year

The Guardian - UK

Major bid to restore at-risk listed building and create retirement village in East Renfrewshire

East Renfrewshire's planning committee is set to consider the application on August 24 and the developers have said the project is the 'last chance' to save the building.

Glasgow Live

Ancient woodland two hours from Dublin opens to public after 500 years

The Woodland Trust has reinstated walking paths in woodland that has not offered public access since the 1500s

Dublin Live

Ancient woodland an hour from Belfast opens to public after 500 years

Mourne Park is inhabited by wildlife such as red squirrels, otters and pine martens

Belfast Live

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John Marston obituary

Other lives: civil engineer, sailor and philanthropist who supported the Woodland Trust, Manchester University and the Jubilee Sailing Trust

The Guardian - UK

Summer day trippers urged to leave barbecue at home

The Woodland Trust has seen fires caused by outdoor cooking devastate vast areas of land

Wales Online

Woodland Trust calls for protections for England’s 2.1m ancient trees

Conservation group wants to ‘drive cultural shift’ to designate trees and woodlands ‘as fundamental to quality of life’

The Guardian - UK

Study suggests existence of up to 2.1m ancient and veteran trees in England

Researchers find there could be many more ancient trees than previously recorded, amid calls for better protections

The Guardian - UK

Plan to open ancient woodland to the public for the first time in 500 years

The Woodland Trust is hoping to turn it a popular visitor attraction

Belfast Live

New Glas-Na-Bradan Wood provides 'entrance to the Belfast Hills' for another community

The Woodland Trust says it will also help prevent flooding and improve the environment

Belfast Live

Dangerous toxic plant which can cause blindness spotted in Scotland

TOXIC plants which can cause massive blisters and ulcers have been spotted in Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

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The Guardian - UK

How to spot bark beetles and deadly fungus: the UK’s new tree-saving lab needs your help

Hi-tech laboratory launched to save trees from threats including oak processionary moth, emerald ash borer and citrus longhorn beetle

The Independent UK

Why just 7 per cent of Britain’s native woodland is in good shape

‘It’s important that it’s the right tree in the right place,’ says one expert

Daily Record

The magical bluebell wood in Scotland that hides very sinister folklore

The ancient wood is astonishingly beautiful, but you should take care while you enjoy the bluebells.

Daily Record

Primary school pupils help plant hundreds of trees in South Lanarkshire

The youngsters help with the initiative has been praised by teachers, the local community and the council.

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Manchester Evening News

Wildfires have broken out across the country as people enjoy the good weather

Daily Record

New anti-litter campaign is launched

New signage has been installed across the area

The Independent UK

Elizabethan mansion to be site of first Platinum Jubilee Wood

The Woodland Trust is offering advice and support for landowners to create 70-acre woodlands as part of the celebrations

Chronicle Live

Impact of recent storms on endangered red squirrels across the North East being assessed

The population of native red squirrels in England is thought to be as low as 15,000 according to the Woodland Trust.

The Guardian - UK

Woodland Trust joins objection to Kirsty Young’s plan for Scottish island

Broadcaster and husband hit by claims they plan to cull wallabies and chop down trees on Inchconnachan island

Birmingham Post

ProCook announces Woodland Trust partnership as part of net-zero strategy

The Gloucestershire kitchenware brand will offset its carbon emissions by planting trees

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