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RFS hits major milestone as Junior Forester Award gets 100,000 children engaged in woodlands
The Junior Forester Award inspires children and young people to learn about their local trees and woodlands. It aims to nurture the next generation of foresters, addressing the growing skills shortage across the sector.
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Changes to RFS membership rates
Our membership prices are rising slightly so we can continue to deliver an excellent service to our members.
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Browse our Christmas Gift Guide and support our vital work
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Free-to-access guide helps woodland owners create space for forest education
The guidance is a collaboration between the Royal Forestry Society, Forestry England and forest school training provider, Cambium Sustainable
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Forestry innovator wins RFS Sylva Trophy for dedication to oak silviculture
Congratulations to Miles Barne, Head Forester at Sotterley Estate in Suffolk.
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The Duke of Cornwall’s Award for Resilient Multi-Purpose Forestry 2024
Congratulations to Gold winner Morton Hall Estate, owned by the late Bill Mason, and to Silver winner Sennowe Forest.
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The Bede Howell Award for Excellence in Silviculture 2024
Congratulations to Gold winner Sotterley Estate and to Silver winner Fring Hall Estate, Norfolk, owned by Edward Brun.
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Small & Farm Woodland of the Year Award 2024
Congratulations to Gold winner Hole Farm, formerly owned by the late Robin Carver, and to Silver winner Normanton Hall, owned by John Machin.
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Education & Learning Award 2024
Congratulations to Gold winners Great Wood Farm Early Years Centre, and to Silver winners Branching Out Forest School & Social Forestry.
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Community Woodland of the Year Award 2024
Congratulations to Gold winner Astbury Mere Country Park and to Silver winner, Boston Woods Trust.
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Best in British forestry recognised at Excellence in Forestry Awards
The Excellence in Forestry Awards celebrate leading lights in woodland management, forestry education and learning.
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Mick Beeson receives Long Service Award for 50 years at Milton Estate
After starting his career hand weeding young plantations, Mick has become an invaluable member of the forestry team, shaping the woodlands of Milton Estate for half a century.
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