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Ancient yew tree in ruined abbey named UK's Tree Of The Year

The Waverley Abbey yew will go forward to represent the UK in the European Tree Of The Year contest

Wales Online

Ancient yew in ruined Surrey abbey crowned UK tree of the year

Waverley Abbey’s 500-year-old ‘living legend’ wins contest, as experts seek greater protection for ancient trees

The Guardian - UK

‘Magnificent’ yew in abbey’s grounds crowned as Woodland Trust Tree of the Year

The Waverley Abbey yew is believed to be more than 500 years old.

The Independent UK

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Unseasonal warm weather may be confusing wildlife, charity warns

THERE is concern that unseasonal warm weather is causing confusion for the UK’s wildlife, with sightings of behaviour more commonly associated…

The National (Scotland)

People warned against leaving Halloween pumpkins in woodlands over dangers to wildlife

Leaving pumpkins in the woods can actually do more harm than good, especially to many of the country's most-loved wild animals and attract rats

Nottingham Post

Warning issued over pumpkin myth that can kill hedgehogs

People think they’re doing a good thing

Wales Online

Warning over harmful impact of dumping pumpkins after Halloween

The Woodland Trust is hoping that their warning will help protect wildlife

Evening Standard

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Latest Doctor Who episode starred 8-year-old budding actor from Bristol

Neo-Rae Gardener was just seven years old when he filmed the Doctor Who episode and dreams of being a future Marvel superhero

Bristol Post

UK’s ancient woodlands at risk from investment zones, say charities

Exclusive: Concern over government plans to relax environmental and planning rules to lure business

The Guardian - UK

Chalet with design influenced by pioneer architect for sale

The bungalow has views of surrounding greenery

Liverpool Echo

Frustration at ‘missed opportunities’ after Cardiff council says it only protected 14 trees in the last decade

The council said the figures do not give context to wider work protecting and increasing the number of trees in the city

Wales Online

Jubilee scheme extended for people to plant trees in memory of the Queen

The Queen’s Green Canopy initiative has already seen more than a million trees planted.

The Independent UK

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

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The Guardian - UK

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

The Independent UK

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

Edinburgh Live

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.

Manchester Evening News

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

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Belfast Live

'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

Manchester Evening News

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

Edinburgh Live

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.

The Guardian - UK

‘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

Glasgow Live

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.

Dublin 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

Belfast 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

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