Forest Research, working with The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and Coventry University, is calling on woodland owners and the public to help check on the health of sweet chestnuts this spring and summer.
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A new national map showing the location of trees outside of woodlands across Wales is now available for the first time.
Two new appointments to the committee strengthen independent scientific advice for UK forestry.
Find out more about LERN – a national living-lab research network designed to test how large-scale woodland creation can best support nature recovery.
A new webinar explores how rising drought risk is reshaping UK woodland creation and forestry, sharing the latest research and tools to support climate‑smart decisions.
Explore the Climate Change Hub – the UK’s leading source of guidance on forestry adaptation and mitigation. Find practical advice, resources and case studies to support decision-making and build forest resilience.
A new outbreak of sweet chestnut blight has been identified in Devon. Read how a Forest Research trial is assessing treatment for sweet chestnut blight disease.
How Forest Research worked with Scottish Forestry to identify the tree species that could future-proof Scotland’s forests against pests, disease and climate change.
Discover Forest Research’s Climate Change Factsheets – clear, evidence-based guides to help landowners, practitioners and policymakers adapt forests for the future.
Plan smarter, grow stronger. Senior Climate Change Scientist Tom Locatelli explains how ForestGALES helps foresters tackle wind risk and build resilient woodlands in Great Britain, and beyond.
Find out how a natural capital approach is being used to inform tree planting at Blenheim Palace through a Woodland Water Code pilot project.
Imagine a job where every day is different, where science meets policy, and where your work makes a real impact. Mariella Marzano, Principal Social Scientist, tells us why she loves her role at Forest Research.
This report synthesises key findings from the June 2025 Forest Research–Bangor University expert workshop and the wider evidence review undertaken…
This guidance provides information to forest managers on both transforming stands to continuous cover forestry (CCF) and on managing stands…
This Research Report draws on case studies and expert interviews to summarise key issues land managers must navigate when considering,…
This study explores how scenario planning – a technique for imagining and preparing for different possible futures – can help…
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This report is a journal article providing the first evidence of D. corticola’s ability to colonise and develop symptoms on A.…
This factsheet explores the climate change risks associated with woodlands on previously used land.
This Handbook provides guidance to those looking to create woodland or grassland on sites requiring intervention, including landowners, managers, planners…
Work at the cutting-edge of environmental science research with Forest Research, Great Britain’s leading organisation for forestry and tree-related research.
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Learn how Ash Dieback is impacting Great Britain's native ash trees, and discover resources to help slow its spread.
Understand the threat of Oak Processionary Moth to the country’s oak trees and access key information on its management and control.
Explore this detailed resource with information on common tree pests and diseases, from Acute Oak Decline to the Asian Longhorn Beetle.
Access a detailed database on information on over 60 tree species that are either widely grown in British forests or which could play an increasing role in the future.
Explore ForestGALES, a computer tool that assesses wind damage risk to forests in Britain, allowing comparison of different silvicultural practices.
Discover vital insights about Britain’s woodlands through the National Forest Inventory (NFI), a comprehensive programme offering up-to-date data on forest size, distribution, health, and biodiversity.
We carry out research to develop a better understanding of the ways in which trees and woodlands can benefit society
Chemical analysis of plant, water and soil samples, testing of plant stock quality and tree assessment products
The Tree Health Diagnostic and Advisory Service provide advice and where possible diagnosis and identification of tree pest and pathogen
By analysis of DNA extracted from samples, Forest Research can identify the presence of cryptic or reclusive species.
The Land Use and Ecosystem Services Research Group provides services to the forestry and environment sectors.