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The Young People’s Forest at Mead is being planted on an extensive former open cast mining site. You can now find us on TikTok
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18/06/2026

Sad news today 🌳💔
The Major Oak of Sherwood Forest has died 🥲
For centuries—estimated to be over 1,000 years old it stood as the heart of the forest, famously linked to the legend of Robin Hood and his Merry Men. Through generations, it became a symbol of history, resilience, and wonder.
Though it’s no longer living, its story will live on in all of us who admired it.
Rest easy, old legend. 🌿

16/06/2026

Last week whilst working in the Birch Wood at the Young People’s Forest, our college work‑experience group heard a strange, unfamiliar bird call. Moments later, a flash of green, a bird slightly larger than a blackbird darted into the canopy before anyone could get a proper look.

Given that Ring‑necked Parakeets have been appearing around Heanor and have established colonies in nearby Derby, we’re starting to wonder if one has made its way into the forest.

Has anyone else seen or heard anything similar in Birch Wood?

15/06/2026

ANS performing at the Young People's Forest. Another example of the best music and dancing around! 🤩🤩🤩

14/06/2026

The worlds gone football crazy, even the rabbits are joining in!
Good luck to the team you are supporting. 🌳⚽⚽🌳

12/06/2026

Our content creators at the Young People’s Forest are putting your nature knowledge to the test. Over the next couple of weeks, they’ll be sharing sets of insect photographs that they have taken at the Young People's Forest— and we want you to get involved.

👉 Comment with the number and the insect name under each post to see how many you can identify.

Did you know there are 24,000+ described insect species in the UK?
That includes beetles, flies, butterflies, moths, bees, wasps, ants, true bugs, dragonflies, and so many more.

Get ready to spot some familiar favourites… and maybe discover a few new ones too.
Let’s see who’s got the sharpest eyes in the forest 👀🌳

10/06/2026

Huge well done to our Derby College Work Experience students who removed dead willow from the willow arch yesterday. They have made plans on replanting in the next academic term. 👏🌳👏 Derby College

18/05/2026

The Woodland Working Group at The Young People’s Forest have been working hard tackling those awkward flooded areas. High fives all around thank you for your hard work. 👌👏🌳

11/05/2026

How to stay safe - be 'Tick Aware'
• Wear trousers, socks, boots, and long sleeve tops whenever on-site to help reduce direct exposure to ticks.
• Wear light coloured clothing where possible so that ticks can be spotted quickly and brushed off.
• Use a repellent which is effective against ticks on all areas of exposed skin.
• Stick to clearly defined paths where possible to avoid brushing against overhanging vegetation where ticks may be hiding.
• Use a picnic blanket or mat to sit on when in long grassy areas (preferably without a pile)
• Conduct regular and thorough ‘tick checks’ after outdoor activities.
• Keep a tick removal tool in your bag.
• Ticks love to crawl and attach in hidden places like armpits, the groin area and behind the knees, so you need to check thoroughly!
• See your GP promptly if you experience any seasonally unusual illness symptoms after working in the countryside.

24/04/2026

Imagine the possibilities! Visit us this weekend and make the most of the beautiful weather that is forecasted. Head to What3Words: ///overnight.baseballs.rock and unlock the secrets of the Young People's Forest. What wonders will you uncover? 🌳🌞🌳

23/04/2026

Get ready to be inspired! We couldn't shine the spotlight on our colleagues in Scotland without celebrating this incredible live cam, set up at Brynau Farm in Wales. This stunning barn owl is currently sitting on eight precious eggs, and we're on the edge of our seats waiting for the miracle of new life to unfold! Click here to witness the magic: https://bit.ly/3QeqrF8 🌳🦉🌳

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Slack Lane
Heanor
DE757GX

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http://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/

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