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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 million trees have been planted and woodland cover has increased from 6% to nearly 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.


18 Dec 2008

The National Forest Wood Fair - Showing Good Growth

Organisers of the National Forest Wood Fair are keen to make contact with woodworkers and craftspeople who love wood, with a view to attending this, the only wood fair in the Midlands.

09 Dec 2008

Create Your Own Small Woodland - With Free Trees

The National Forest Company can help landowners create their own small woodland, their own bit of The National Forest, for free!

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07 Jan 2009

Second Half Activities Enrolment Day

Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire

Second Half Activities Enrolment Day is the perfect opportunity to come along and see what is on offer for the over 50's; there are a variety of classes available where you can learn new skills or develop ones that you already have. ESBC Residents £15.00

10 Jan 2009

Horsing Around

Coalville, Leicestershire

An exhibition celebrating Leicestershire's close association with the horse.

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