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Caledonian forest

Caledonian forest forms an integral part of some of our wildest landscapes - extensive pine forests merge with heathlands, wetlands and montane habitats and create areas large enough for wildcat,…

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Forest bug

The shoulders of the Forest bug are distinctive - they are square-cut, almost rounded, unlike the other 'spiked' shield bugs. This bug can be found in woodlands, feeding on the sap of…

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Derwent Living Forest

Derwent Living Forest oversees the creation of woodlands through the river Derwent catchment.
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Wild Outings for Schools

We offer a variety of school visits, from talks, to explorations on our nature reserves to educational workshops, all linked to the National Curriculum.
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Tree nurseries in schools and the community

Growing a tree from seed or nut is an incredibly rewarding activity. It’s a simple action your school or community can do to help nurture our environment and make a lasting impact for future…

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School visits

We can help teachers and schools bring subjects to life with school visits, creating wilder school playgrounds and taking the schoolchildren out on trips to see wildlife and nature reserves across Derbyshire.
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Kelp beds and forests

Forests of kelp sway in shallow sunlit waters, offering shelter to a host of sea life from tiny worms to juvenile fish.

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In your school grounds

We can help your school develop your grounds to create a valuable learning resource and vital habitats for wildlife. Our activities can be adapted for pupils of all ages and abilities.
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How to help wildlife at school

Whether feeding the birds, or sowing a wildflower patch, setting up wildlife areas in your school makes for happier, healthier and more creative children.