The United Nations proclaimed the 21st March the International Day of Forests in 2012 to celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of all types of forests. Join us today in celebrating as we take a look at the way we use traditional forestry methods alongside modern technology to keep growing the Forest of Marston Vale. Read more
2024 is in full swing! We’re looking back on 2023 and celebrating some highlights of the year! Read more
As we enter the colder winter months, it’s time to think about how we can make our gardens more wildlife friendly. Read more
Our Senior Ranger, Nicola Ceconi and her team got out and about in spring and collected valuable data of our two resident newt species. Read more
Our Forest Creation Team worked alongside Mercedes Planas, Woodland Creation Historic Environment Officer (WCHEO), to plant on King’s Oak Primary School’s land with sustainable practices in mind. Read more
From November 25th to December 3rd, National Tree Week takes place across the country to mark the start of UK winter tree planting season. Celebrating National Tree Week’s 50th anniversary of its ‘Plant a Tree in ‘73’ campaign, this year sees ‘Grow a Tree in ‘23’ take its place. Learn how we plan to contribute to this years theme! Read more
Read about Jasmine's jam-packed week at the Forest of Marston Vale completing her work experience! Find out what she got up too, and what she learnt along the way. Read more
In the UK, there are 59 species of butterfly, and around 22 of these can be encountered in the garden. Read our guide to learn more about native butterflies, and how to attract them to your home. Read more
The ranger team here at the Forest of Marston Vale Trust, have been busy designing and constructing a brand new winter refuge for many of our sites resident species. Read more
Have you ever tasted a home-grown strawberry? The taste is a world away from the produce you pick up from the supermarket. In addition to the superior taste, growing your own fruit and veg has also been shown to improve mental wellbeing and help the environment! Read our guide on how to get started. Read more
This month, we are celebrating The Great Big Green Week, a week-long annual celebration to inspire action to tackle climate change and protect nature. In addition to getting involved in activities in the local community, there are plenty of things you can do at home in your own garden to help wildlife and tackle climate change. Read more
Can a business be profitable and sustainable or is the pursuit of profit and being green mutually exclusive? Midas Pattern Company Ltd have the answers to those questions as they are a hugely successful and profitable global precision polyurethane moulding company who have achieved Carbon Net Zero status. Read more