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Fears over woodland fires

Ladywell woods around Inveralmond Community High School in Livingston has been plagued by deliberate fireraising

Daily Record

West Lothian firefighters tackle woodland blazes around school

Since April there have been more than 20 fires set in Livingston's Ladywell woodland. Forestry managers now say more ground cover of shrubbery and brambles will discourage fire-setting

Edinburgh Live

Bank holiday on a budget: Cheap or free activities in Britain this weekend

From sunflower-picking to free festivals, kite-flying to cheap theatre, there are plenty of little- or no-cost events

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Love, war and protest: How UK’s Tree of the Year grew into celebration of nature – and untold British stories

Annual competition highlights how central these green wonders are to our heritage, our culture – and our ongoing existence

The Independent UK

Midlothian man films strange and unsettling creepy crawly in back garden

Jim Matson from Dalkeith was amazed by what he had discovered in his back garden and took to social media to ask locals for suggestions on what the creature could be.

Edinburgh Live

The Greater Manchester village where no-one can get hold of you for days

The quaint village has an abundance of character and charm thanks to its cosy cottages and rural feel

Manchester Evening News

'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

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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

‘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

John Marston obituary

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

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Summer day trippers urged to leave barbecue at home

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

The Guardian - UK

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

Belfast Live

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

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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

The National (Scotland)

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 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.

Manchester Evening News

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

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