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Redwing

Flying home for Christmas

British winters provide a haven for a diverse range of species migrating from regions where winters are much harsher.

Ivy

The Holly & The Ivy: Part Two - Ivy

Ivy has had a long-standing association with winter celebrations throughout history, like holly, a splash of evergreen colour in a landscape that may appear otherwise lifeless.

Holly

The Holly & The Ivy: Part One - Holly

One of our most distinctive winter plants, holly has a long-standing association with Christmas, but is also an important source of food and shelter for wildlife during the harsh winter months.…

Robin

Celebrating the beauty of nature at Christmas

Some say winter is lifeless. It’s anything but. It’s the toughest time of year, but even at this, the darkest, coldest and least promising time of year, life goes on.

Pine tree

Re-purposing your real Christmas tree

As December comes to a close and many of us start to think about the new year, you may be wondering what to do with your Christmas tree. It is estimated that over 8 million trees are sold in the…

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