Chessgrove Cottage Holiday Let

24/06/2026

Could you help shape the future of art in the forest? 🍃

The Forest of Dean Sculpture Trust is looking for a new co-Chair to join its Board of Trustees.

For nearly 40 years, the Trust has worked in partnership with Forestry England to bring inspiring, site-specific art to Beechenhurst – creating a unique Sculpture Trail enjoyed by local communities and visitors alike.

This is a voluntary role supporting the charity’s strategic direction and leadership, working alongside the current Chair. They’re looking for someone passionate about arts and culture, with strong leadership and communication skills.

👉 Deadline: 12pm, Friday 31 July 2026
🔍 Find out more: www.forestofdean-sculpture.org.uk/we-are-seeking-a-new-co-chair

24/06/2026

Living Lab Workshops - Wye Valley Catchment

This is an important opportunity for farmers in Monmouthshire, Herefordshire, Brecknock and Radnor to influence what £1m of research focuses on in the Wye catchment.

The 3 year Living Lab project is bringing farmers and stakeholders together to test practical solutions for soil health, nutrient management & water quality in the Wye catchment, led by University West England, Bristol and supported by Herefordshire Rural Hub.

Sign up today & make sure farming has its say! Book here: https://ow.ly/S6jW50ZfIF9

24/06/2026

Last winter we planted 182,500 trees by hand!

These trees are a mixture of new woodland creation, restock of clear felled sites, underplanting existing stands of trees and replacing trees that were planted in previous planting seasons that have not survived.

There is no easy way to plant trees, it has to be done in winter no matter the weather, and amazingly is done by just a handful of dedicated people.

Every year our planting numbers change as we adapt our management to each site and its conditions, choosing to plant the right tree for the right place for the right reason.

The trees we plant today will grow in an ever changing climate so we must choose trees that will be resilient. Balancing the need to produce sustainable timber, provide the right habitat for wildlife and be resilient to pests and diseases.

24/06/2026

Summer’s here and Witch and friends are waiting for you at Beechenhurst - Forestry England 🧙

Pick up a trail pack from the info point or cafe for just £4 to get your hands on exclusive Room on the Broom goodies and some crafty bits to help you complete the activities on the trail panels.

Find out more and plan your visit 👉 www.forestryeng.land/room-on-the-broom-beechenhurst

24/06/2026

🌱 A carpet of oak seedlings… but only a few will grow into trees

After a previous bumper acorn year, thousands of tiny oaks are now sprouting across the forest. But this is nature playing the long game.

Many will be eaten, shaded out, or simply won’t survive the summer. Only a small number will make it through to become the next generation of trees.

It’s how oak woodlands have renewed themselves for centuries, producing far more than they need, so that some can succeed.

In some areas, we’re giving these young trees a helping hand by protecting them from browsing with fencing.

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