Forest of Avon

Did you know we have forestry apprentices? Our apprentices have gone on to forge successful careers in a variety of roles, from works supervisor, to forest machine operator.

We'll be recruiting for new apprentices in May 2018. Follow us on here for updates!

Is your New Year’s resolution to get fit in 2018? Miss the January gym rush and get active in the forest instead with one of our running or cycling routes.

➡ www.forestry.gov.uk/forestfit

We are working with our partner organisations to help rainforest communities manage their own land. Find out more on our blog here http://ow.ly/yz7H30gQ3Rm

Awesome autumn leaves: colour chemistry explained Autumn: we can stop complaining about the heat, but still enjoy the outdoors without a hundred layers. Conkers litter paths, pumpkin-spiced everything returns, and you can step back in to your favourite pair of boots. But we all know the best bit is when the leaves give spring flowers a run for thei...

Horse Chestnut crowned UK's favourite tree The nation's love of conkers has seen the Horse Chestnut win a landslide victory to be crowned the UK's favourite tree.

Take some time out and try mindfulness in the forest with our guide from Mind this World Mental Health Day.


www.forestry.gov.uk/autumn-mindfulness

Visit Forests & Woodlands in England - Forestry Commission England Discover & explore forests & woodlands. From outdoor music events to thrilling mountain biking & tree top adventures.

Rare pine marten captured on camera in Yorkshire - BBC News The animal is rarely found in England being confined mainly to the Scottish Highlands

#WorldBookDay We asked twitter users to tell us their favourite stories and books featuring fantastic forests and tremendous trees for World Book Day (March 2nd)!