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Woodland Guides

Practical knowledge from fifty years of working with our Surrey woodland

Explore our practical guides to British woods, natural materials, wildlife, mushroom growing, terrariums, woodland crafts and seasonal floristry. Our guides are based on the materials we grow, gather and work with here at Hanging Wood on the North Downs in Surrey.

BIRDS & NATURAL PERCHES

Which British Woods Are Safe for Bird Perches?

Choosing the right natural branch can give pet birds a more varied and natural surface to perch on. Discover the British tree species we use for our own bird perches, including Hazel, Beech, Sycamore and Sweet Chestnut.

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