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| Heart of England Forest | |
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| Type | Forest |
| Location | Warwickshire, England |
| Nearest city | Bidford on Avon |
| Coordinates | 52°09′19″N 1°48′50″W / 52.1553°N 1.8139°W |
| Area | 28 square kilometres (7,000 acres)[1] |
| Created | 2003 |
| Designer | Felix Dennis |
| Operated by | The Heart of England Forest Ltd. |
| Website | heartofenglandforest |
The Heart of England Forest is a charitable entity based in England, dedicated to the conservation and ecological restoration of native woodlands primarily within the counties of Warwickshire and Worcestershire. This initiative aims to address the loss of ancient woodlands and habitats, a significant environmental concern in the region historically covered by the vast Forest of Arden, which has been substantially diminished due to extensive deforestation activities over the centuries.
Since its inception, the Heart of England Forest has embarked on ambitious reforestation efforts, successfully planting over 2 million trees. This endeavour not only focuses on increasing tree coverage but also helps to restore a variety of native woodland types, ensuring biodiversity and ecological resilience. In addition to reforestation, the charity actively works on conserving existing ancient woodland sites to preserve their biodiversity and historical significance.
The restoration projects undertaken by the Heart of England Forest are not limited to woodland areas alone; they encompass a broader ecological scope that includes the rejuvenation of wetland and grassland habitats. These efforts are crucial for the recovery of ecosystems that provide vital services and habitats for a wide range of plant and animal species.[2]
- ^ "2020–21 impact report" (PDF). Retrieved 23 October 2022.
- ^ "Charity Commission For England And Wales". Register Of Charities.