A message from HRH The Princess Royal on International Day of Forests, Woodland Trust

Today marks the International Day of Forests a day designed to raise awareness of the importance of forests and trees across the world. During the COVID19 pandemic, woods have continued to provide local people with opportunities to relax, exercise and take time out to connect with nature on their doorstep. During the most challenging of times, we have become aware of the importance of having regular access to green spaces. People have found comfort and taken solace in their local woods. As Patron of the Woodland Trust, HRH The Princess Royal hopes that for this years International Day of Forests more of us stop taking our local trees for granted, and instead pause to wonder at them. Let us take a moment to appreciate our trees and woods, no matter how big or small, how young or old. Not only are they beautiful, but they are essential to us and our everyday lives.