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Shepherdleas Wood 24th March 2026 Today, the sunshine had disappeared and the temperatures had dropped but, nevertheless, it was great weather for working in the woods.  Nine volunteers joined us in Shepherdleas to continue our activities improving the pathside verges. As usual, we began by removing, or reducing in height, invasive and competitive shrubs which were casting shade on the verges and preventing vegetation from growing which are needed for butterflies and pollinat

Families joined volunteer Sue, a Forest School leader, for a lively spring-themed explorer session in the woods. Through sensory activities, bird listening, nest building and creative nature crafts, children discovered the early signs of spring while learning about wildlife and using their imaginations.

Raise arms to the sky, Ground feet to the earth. Let your mind wander, Let your senses soar.

Twelve volunteers, including GoodGym and DofE participants, made great spring progress in Jackwood House Garden — clearing winter deadheads, careful weeding and even uncovering a long-lost path.

Jack Wood Friday, 20th March 2026 Sunshine, birdsong, spring flowers, companionship and working together to make a difference.  That’s what our 22 amazing volunteers were treated to today - and what a great session it was too! New volunteers, returning volunteers, and core volunteers, all worked together in groups, moving in and out of different activities as they felt like a change and, somehow, everything came together to produce yet another l....o....n....g   s..t..r..e..

Saturday, 14th March 2026 Jack Wood - Renewing Dead Hedging   This month the Saturday Woodland Conservation Group (SHWWP) returned to an area in Jack Wood, just beyond the formal gardens and bounded by the Green Chain Walk, to rebuild sections of the decayed dead hedges built some years ago.  This area contains swathes of native bluebells which are currently at risk from trampling due to the many informal paths criss-crossing this ecologically sensitive area. Eighteen cheery

On Friday 13th March, volunteers carried out the annual rose pruning in Castle Wood Garden. By removing damaged wood, opening up the centre of the plants and cutting back to outward-facing buds, the team has set the roses up for healthy growth and a strong display of flowers later in the year.

Oxleas Wood Saturday, 7th March 2026 Half the happy band of 16 litter pickers - just managed to get a photo! Despite the grey, drizzly weather on Saturday, we had another good turnout for our March Litter Picking Session – a happy band of 16 people. This month’s pick returned to the area in and around Oxleas Café and car park and, as usual, we collected a large amount of litter.    There were 33 bags of general rubbish, plus the usual additions, such as oddments of clothing,

From protecting native bluebells to building wildlife-friendly dead hedges, volunteers made a real difference during our woodland conservation session. Discover what the team achieved.

Tree Laying in Shepherdleas Wood Tuesday, 24th February 2026 What a beautiful day, Tuesday turned out to be. The temperatures were higher, the sun was shining and there was a definite feel of spring in the air - with trees budding, birds chirping and wildflowers emerging. We had seven volunteers, two of whom were new to the session - and very much welcome, of course. Introductions were made, instructions given on activities and a demonstrations of techniques was provided f

On Sunday 22nd February, nine volunteers worked carefully in Jackwood House Garden, repairing a hazel fence, managing water butts, clearing leaves without compacting wet soil, and cutting back brambles and ivy. Early spring flowers are now emerging across the garden.

Jack Wood Friday, 20th February 2026 What an occasion! Today, we welcomed ou r 100th unique Friday Woodland Conservation Volunteer since we began recording data in 2022. Additionally, there were a further three new volunteers - all very welcome additions to our dedicated volunteering team! They blended well into our core group and helped contribute yet another 50 hours to protecting and restoring Jack Wood. Introductions were made; Health and Safety talk was provided; the

Oxleas Wood - Drains and Ditches Saturday, 14th February, 2026 What a beautiful, bright, sunny day Saturday 14th February (Valentine's Day) turned out to be, exactly what Laurie must have wished for when he planned the ditch, drain and pond clearance activities to show our love for the woodlands! Following the recent downpours, ditches were full to the brim, drains were blocked beneath sleeper bridges, and Oxleas Pond was once again full of broken branches.  A group of seven

Another rewarding day with volunteers from Barclays!

FOWs response to the Royal Borough of Greenwich's draft Local Plan consultation.

Eltham Common & Wood Saturday, 7th February,2026 This month, we returned to what is, perhaps, our biggest litter hotspot - Eltham Common and its woods, descending from Severndroog Castle Car Park. An amazing 25 people attended the session, despite the drizzly, grey weather, demonstrating their dedication to protecting the woodlands.  As we approached our meeting place, the clouds began to part and the skies brightened a little - a good sign for our session. The large group e

Jack Wood Friday 6 February 2026   Another 57 hours of Habitat Restoration Completed!   Twenty-one stoic volunteers , including two new recruits, turned up for this session in the apparently relentless drizzle…but it was not in vain!  By our 10 am start, the rain had stopped, the sun came out, and it was dry for the full 3 hours!  That’s another 57 hours of habitat restoration completed. Topping up the dead hedges protects the area and is good habitat too Protected Area Along

Back in the coupe for a second week this year and making good progress.

We're back at work in the coppice, carrying on where we left off.