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All about The Forest

The National Forest road sign

The National Forest is a forest in the making, transforming 200 square miles of central England. Already more than 7.8 million trees have been planted and woodland cover has increased from 6% to 18%.

It is a bold project, blending new and maturing woodland within a wide variety of landscapes, presenting opportunities for many to take part in its development.

The National Forest is about largescale landscape change that has already delivered regeneration. It will increasingly help us to address climate change and to value and enjoy our natural environment.


Nature Conservation

Bluebells amoungst the grass at an outwoods site

The development of The National Forest offers unprecedented opportunities to create and enhance a wide range of wildlife habitats.

Locking up our Carbon

Locking up our Carbon

Helping create The National Forest is one of the many steps you could take towards offsetting the effects of climate change.

Plant a TreeFind out more about the Plant a Tree experience

Explore The National Forest

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Statistics of Forest Cover April 2008 map

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16 May 2012

Woody Tales Short Story Competition - Win a Family Ticket for the National Forest Wood Fair

Wordy wizards of all ages are invited to spin a woodland yarn for the National Forest Wood Fair's Woody Tales short story competition.

16 Mar 2012

Hands On At Gardener's World

As the weather warms up and we turn our attention outside gardeners can get inspiration from The National Forest. Visitors to BBC Gardener's World Live show at the NEC (13 - 17 June) will be invited to get hands-on to try ancient skills still practised today.

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19 May 2012

Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre

Nuneaton, Warwickshire

22 August 1485 a battle rages, King Richard III is defeated, Henry is crowned and the Tudor dynasty is born. Visit the award-winning exhibition and follow the King into battle, walk the Bosworth trail, or simply enjoy a coffee in the medieval Tithe Barn restaurant.

19 May 2012

Great Central Railway

Loughborough, Leicestershire

Re-live the romance of the railways with a trip on our heritage trains.  Explore period stations, steam engines and enjoy on board refreshments as Charnwood's countryside unfolds past your window.  Also enjoy luxury 1st class dining trains!

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