The National Forest celebrates its 30th anniversary with new podcast series hosted by BBC broadcaster and historian Dr Eleanor Barraclough

A bold idea took root in the heart of England 30 years ago—to transform a landscape scarred by industrial decline into a thriving forest. Today, the National Forest spans 200 square miles across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Staffordshire, with more than 9.8 million trees planted, increasing forest cover from six percent to more than 25 percent. It stands as a testament to regeneration, sustainability, and the power of collective action in creating a greener future.
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