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How much woodland does England have?
England has around 1.3 million hectares of woodland, covering about 10% of its land area. This is lower than the European average. The early leaf drop observed by the RHS highlights the vulnerability of these woodlands to environmental changes, with ancient woodlands being particularly irreplaceable and under threat.
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