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In 2022, Careers Wales approached me to see if I would consider taking on a work experience student. I was reluctant at first. I didn't think I had anything to offer. I don't do a trade. Although I work with wood, I'm not a joiner or carpenter. Although I manage a woodland, I'm not a tree surgeon. There is no pathway from what I do directly into apprenticeships or work.

The Do's and Don'ts for looking after your wooden chopping board

A question I get asked often is can you paint directly onto wood slices, or do you need to prepare them first?

What is coppicing and how is it beneficial to British woodlands and our wildlife.

Introducing the work of wildlife artist Hayley Warburton

That time when.... I made bookmarks for 'The man who made things out of trees'.

Don't know what to get dad this year, let me give you some ideas.

What is Christmas in July?

7 easy and budget-friendly tips to make your garden more wildlife friendly this spring