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Gus Bishop: The Tree Surgeon's Dilemma

The brilliant Gus from Gus Bishop Tree Services in Stamford Bridge, just outside Leeds, recently attended one of our woodland management courses. He was so impressed by our work to protect and restore small woodlands that he decided to donate 1% of his profits to the organisation!

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Networks for Resilience - the results are in!

31 Jul 2024

Prospective and existing owners can face a number of barriers. We recently conducted a survey of Small Woods members in England to find out more about these barriers, and the kind of support required to overcome them.

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Ground-breaking study finds local community would like nature-based sessions alongside clinical care

19 Jul 2024

We've just published the results of a ground breaking new study which sets out a collective vision for integrating nature-based health and wellbeing at the Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital in Machynlleth! 

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Small Woods Association AGM 2024

15 Jul 2024

We've put together a carefully curated programme of speakers, opportunities and workshops to ensure that our 2024 AGM will inspire woodland owners and enthusiasts alike!

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Our project for children and young people is heading into its third year!

15 Apr 2024

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Connecting People, Nature and Place in Anglesey

13 Dec 2023

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Five new projects to focus on woodland wellbeing in Wales!

12 Dec 2023

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Social Prescribing the Woodland Way - Working with Diverse Communities

11 Dec 2023

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New Small Woods CEO announced

13 Nov 2023

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Simon James as our next Chief Executive.

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Edge Wood Volunteer Days - Autumn 2023

21 Sep 2023

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CEO Ian Baker to step down

23 Aug 2023

Ian Baker has taken the decision to step down as Chief Executive of SWA at the end of the 2023, after eight yrs in the role.

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