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UK Unveils First New National Forest in 30 Years

11/29/2025

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The United Kingdom has begun planting its first new national forest in over 30 years, named Pucklechurch Wood.
The 30-hectare forest is part of the Western Forest, which will span Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire, and Gloucestershire.
Laura Norton, partnerships manager for the Forest of Avon Trust, said the initiative aims to enhance the environment for wildlife and local residents, reduce carbon levels, and lower the risk of flooding.

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The United Kingdom has begun planting its first new national forest in over 30 years, named Pucklechurch Wood.
The 30-hectare forest is part of the Western Forest, which will span Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire, and Gloucestershire.
Laura Norton, partnerships manager for the Forest of Avon Trust, said the initiative aims to enhance the environment for wildlife and local residents, reduce carbon levels, and lower the risk of flooding.