• Carefully does it
    No-one likes to remove the top of an old tree. Wherever possible, and if safe to do so, we leave standing deadwood as it's a great place for wildlife. However, the very large Scot's pine on the path...
  • Skylark Trail temporary closures
    What’s happening here? Our forestry contractors are onsite to carry out work to improve our woodlands, including working on areas of former pine plantations. Pine plantations are planted at high density...
  • Wild Isles – Native woodlands at The Lodge nature reserve, Bedfordshire
    Did you see the amazing ancient woodlands in the first episode of Wild Isles? Ancient woodlands and trees are brilliant for biodiversity but it’s a real balancing act to plant the right tree in the right...
  • The Hide at RSPB The Lodge Reserve
    Many of our supporters have fond memories of the Meadow Hide and have been asking questions regarding it since the start of the pandemic. We wanted to update you all on our plans for the hide at The Lodge...
  • Spring fayre
    Don't forget it's The Lodge Spring fayre this Sunday ! 10am- 5pm FREE ADMISSION. The sun will be shining ,so a great chance to get ideas and inspiration for your garden; There will be lots...