Forest of Twigs

21/10/2026

Thank you to all our applicants, winners, judges, sponsors, and our lovely venue! It's always incredible to be around such inspiring and hard-working people and we are thrilled to celebrate with you.

Swinley Forest Windsor Great Park Forest of Marston Vale London Metropolitan University Sparsholt College Gravetye Estate Laughton Greenwood - formerly Vert Woods Community Woodland

16/10/2026

Some photos from yesterday’s Royal Forestry Society (RFS) awards ceremony, where Laughton Greenwood won Silver prize in the ‘Community Woodland of the Year’ competition. Every volunteer and member should feel proud of the contribution they made to our winning this prestigious award!

16/09/2026

The 9th of October marks our Annual Members Meeting. Please join us at the Linklater Pavilion in Lewes, on the 9th October at 6pm, to commence at 6:15pm

This year we have Roger Ross as our keynote speaker. A man of philanthropy, Roger has been spending his life persuing the aid of environmental and human rights, with the belief that not only are the two simbiotic, but are in fact one in the same.

Following his talk, we will have our annual woodland review, recounting everything that has happened for Laughtonf Greenwood this year.

Please book your (free) tickets by scanning the QR code, or following the link in our linktree.

10/08/2026

Sunday picnic, walks, workshops, and a bunch of other activities in the wood to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Laughton Greenwood, including a great talk by local author Olivia Sprinkel. A great turnout, many thanks everyone! 🙏

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

Join the Riverlution this September!

💦 Be part of Riverlution: Thriving Ouse Festival to celebrate, learn and act for the River Ouse and its tributaries 🌊

The community festival taking place 19 - 27th September in Lewes and beyond and will be a series of events for local people and organisations to come together for a shared vision and collective action.

🤍Celebrate the incredible achievements of the pioneering River Rights Charter to date and be part of turning this powerful declaration into a game changing movement. 💙Take part in local events and activities across the 9 days to explore our evolving relationship with nature on our doorstep. 💚Learn about what we can all do to create a culture of care and be part of positive change for the benefit of all people and species we share this beautiful Ouse valley with.

🐟 A talks programme at All Saints will bring together key organisations and communities acting for the river
🐟 A very special ‘Council of All Beings’ workshop in the Lewes Town Hall Council Chamber will bring the voices of the eel and kingfisher in our democratic forums.
🐟 Britain’s Hidden Fishes film screening at Depot will deep dive below the surface to learn about our incredible fish species and the plight of Ouse fish.
🐟 Community volunteers will be reporting on their year of testing on Glynde Reach - the poorest fairing Ouse tributary.
🐟 On the weekend of 26-27th to tie in with International Rivers Day; the Head of the Ouse boat race, Lewes Rowing Club Open Day and our community fun day full of watery activities, exhibition and river mapping!

Check our website for details on booking and get these amazing events in your calendar! There is something for everyone! ! 💫

Beautiful artwork by Michelle Hockey.

Support & partners from Chalk Cliff Trust, South Downs National Park, Ouse Valley Climate Action, Ouse and Adur Rivers Trust Lewes District Council, and The National Lottery Community Fund

J o i n T h e R i v e r l u t i o n !

https://loveourouse.org/riverlution-thriving-ouse-festival/

10/08/2026

A volunteering day with a TCV group in the Ashdown Forest, using bow saws and loppers to cut back rhododendrons and help protect some rare Royal Fern and Beech Fern. A beautiful part of the forest at Broadstone Warren.

15/05/2026

Love our ancient woods: “One touch of nature makes the whole world kin.” 🌳🌲🌿

OUR ANCIENT WOODLANDS ARE DISAPPEARING! JOIN DAME JUDI DENCH’S CALL TO BRING BACK OUR GHOST WOODS. 🌳

Do you love trees as much as Dame Judi Dench? Ever wished you could be more like our beloved Oscar-winning actress? Now you can! 🤩

Wild Card have teamed up with 38 Degrees and Dame Judi Dench to demand Forestry England .

Ancient woodlands are the single most biodiverse land-based habitat in England but almost 40% of them have been lost and buried beneath conifer plantations.🌲🚫

Forestry England promised to restore these rare and precious habitats by 2030 – but they’ve already missed the Government’s targets once, and they’re falling behind again.

We can’t let this happen. These forests belong to all of us – and to future generations.💪

Add your name, save our ancient woodlands and boast to your friends that you share an interest with the illustrious Judi Dench.

Sign the petition here: https://buff.ly/VZZPmeF

09/05/2026

Charcoal making day with Dartmoor Dragon, courtesy of Tottington Wood 🔥

09/05/2026

Introduction to Wildlife Surveying and Recording course courtesy of Lost Woods