This species of Ganoderma fungi, growing on a hornbeam tree, was captured by our senior ranger 🍄 But can you spot the little bird peeping their head out to say hello? #birdspotting #fungi #wildlife #woodlands #highgatewood

Wind speeds have dropped to a safe level, and Highgate Wood is now open (October 23)

Wind speeds have exceeded 37mph and as a result, for safety reasons, Highgate Wood has closed today (October 23). If anything changes, we will post updates here.

Love Highgate Wood? Vote for us in the Green Flag People’s Choice Award 2025🌿 It’s quick and easy: ✅ Visit https://t.co/U032deQ0d9 ✅ Click ‘Vote for this site’ Voting closes 5pm on 31 October – let’s get into the UK’s top 10! #GreenFlagAward #PeoplesChoice

Today, the team found this abandoned Blue Tit’s nest, with two little speckled eggs still inside 🪺 In this nest, you can see tennis ball fluff! Whilst a resourceful tactic from our birds, it is a reminder not to leave anything behind🍃 #birds #uk #nest #london

Ever stumbled across our tree team?🌲 When there’s a job that needs doing high in the branches, our tree team come out to help, keeping our ancient trees healthy for the environment and safe for the public 🍃 #conservation #treesurgeons #woodland #highgatewood

Didn’t get tickets to next week’s Fungi ID Walk? Not to worry! There’s plenty of opportunities this autumn to explore Highgate Wood 🍂🌲 #woodland #walk #london #highgatewood

🌳 Love Highgate Wood? Vote for us in the Green Flag People’s Choice Award 2025! 🗳️ Click ‘Vote for this site’ via this link: https://t.co/U032deQ0d9 Voting closes 31 Oct at 5pm – let’s make the top 10! #GreenFlagAward #PeoplesChoice #HighgateWood

Last Saturday, biologists marked UK Fungus Day 🍄 We have a huge diversity of fungi across the woodland, from beefsteak fungus to stinkhorn! These are such important organisms for biodiversity, so please remember to leave them undisturbed 🪲 #fungus #highgatewood

The Wood has been checked and is open as normal today (Sunday 5 October).

🚫 Due to forecasted high winds, Highgate Wood will be closed all day tomorrow (Saturday 4 October) to ensure visitor safety. Please plan accordingly and stay safe. #StormAmy #HighgateWood

As we get ready for the leaves to turn red and orange, we want to know: what’s your favourite season for a woodland walk? Spring with the bluebells or summer with the dappled light? The crunchy leaves in October, or the crisp air in winter? Let us know! #woodlandwalk #nature

Explore the wonders of nature this autumn and winter in Highgate Wood! Join us for these upcoming free guided walks! Discover the beauty of the changing seasons and learn more about the incredible flora and fauna🌲 More info here: https://t.co/Tke4E8cmpL

Today’s the Autumn Equinox – goodbye summer, hello golden leaves! 🍁 Spot spider webs, robins, conkers, squirrels & fungi on your walk through #HighgateWood. Tag us in your seasonal snaps! 📸🍂 #HighgateWood

A huge thanks to our @heathhands volunteers who have a weekly session in the Wood and help the Highgate Wood Team with a variety of conservation work. This work is essential to protect this precious woodland, so it can continue to be a haven for wildlife and biodiversity. 💚

Wind speeds of over 37mph are forecast all day tomorrow (15 Sep) and as a result, for safety reasons, Highgate Wood will be closed all day. If anything changes, we'll post updates here.

🌫️ We’re loving this moody mist rolling over the playing fields—nature’s way of adding a little drama to a morning scene! 📷Cindy, Senior Ranger #HighgateWood

Thanks to everyone who came to our Heritage Day yesterday. It was amazing to see so many of you enjoying the stalls, activities and dog show. Huge thanks to our staff, volunteers and stall holders who made this day such a big hit! 💖

Could your organisation benefit from £2K-£15K funding towards a project to support Highgate Wood? If so, find out more about the City of London's Enjoying Green Spaces and Natural Environment funding programme here: https://t.co/9cTnbQM6k2 Application deadline - 17 November.

Come on down to our fabulous community heritage day, which is in full swing! On until 4pm with lots of fun family activities!