Restoring Sussex woodlands

The Lost Woods project is bringing local people together to learn about, explore, and care for woods across the Low Weald and Downs.

Together, we can reconnect with our ancient woodlands and revive, restore, and protect them for future generations.

Welcome to the Lost Woods

Sited between two designated landscapes in Sussex, the Lost Woods are fragmented, threatened and in need of our protection.

Latest news, events and training

Songs for Woodlands: young people bring the Lost Woods to life through two original songs

Young people from Woodlands Meed School and Woodlands Meed College have created two original songs inspired by woodland, working with children’s singer-songwriter AL Start from Go Kid Music, as part of the Lost Woods project.

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October 20, 2026

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News

Winter Wreaths

Short wander followed by a wreathe making session, a chance to get together, share ideas, stories, inspiration and support. It's networking, its building community, it's taking home something beautiful.

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December 1, 2026

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Event

Introduction to Woodland Management

Build the background knowledge needed to manage your woodland sustainably, and work towards creating resilient, productive woods

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November 11, 2026

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Training

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