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275,000 trees planted in the last three years thanks to project

11 February 2025
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Heart of England ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ
Over 275,000 trees have been planted in the West Midlands as part of an ambitious three-year project to deliver tree planting across our local landscape and community spaces. 
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Celebrations and mysticism at the summer solstice

28 May 2024
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Heart of England ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ
The 20th June is the longest day of the year. Find out more about the many midsummer traditions that focus on trees and reconnecting with nature.
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New Chair of Trustees for the Heart of England ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ appointed

13 May 2024
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The Heart of England ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Heather Acton as the new Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Heart of England ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ.
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Hedgelaying: Protecting heritage and allowing nature to flourish

30 April 2024
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Yolande, Assistant ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ Ranger
Step into the great outdoors and you’re sure to find one of the UK’s most valuable habitats; the hedgerow. Extending half a million miles throughout the UK, the modest hedge is a haven for wildlife providing food, shelter, and corridors through which wildlife can travel.
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Connecting with nature

30 April 2024
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Helena Cashmore, Outdoor Learning Teacher
We look at our connection to nature and how it can benefit our mental wellbeing. Helena, Outdoor Learning Teacher delves into the many years of research that has reported on the positive impact that nature has on mental health as well as sharing her very own top tips.
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Survey season: Filling in data gaps nationally, regionally, and locally

30 April 2024
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Jonathan, Volunteer Manager and Sam, Biodiversity Data and Survey Officer
The incredible array of habitats found in the Heart of England ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ is helping to boost diversity for plants, animals, and fungi species. We monitor the different plants and animals with the help of volunteers. But why?
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Creating an accessible future through supported volunteering

28 March 2024
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Ellie Jones, Outdoor Learning Officer
Accessing opportunities should be available to everyone, and volunteering should be no different. Ellie shares the importance of inclusivity and the work she is doing with young neurodiverse women in the ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ.
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