Scotland’s rainforest in the news

“A woodland regeneration scheme which plans to quadruple native woodland cover in the area around Ben Nevis has been hailed as “the biggest shift in land use” in a lifetime.”

“Perhaps the next step is a debate in this chamber, not with us talking about our species, but with us all speaking from the perspective of our species.”

“The project focuses on globally threatened native woodlands, including temperate rainforest, ancient Caledonian pinewoods and upland woodland.”

“Ahead of this year's festival, which runs from February 12 to 15, Gayle Ritchie sampled two experiences from the programme - a guided rainforest walk and a night run.”

“Step into one of Scotland’s last remaining temperate rainforests with landscape photographer Colin Prior, as he explores light, texture, and atmosphere deep within this untouched ancient woodland.”

“Rainforest projects in Ross-shire and Sutherland are amongst ten sharing a £1.76m boost to help restore and expand the iconic native woodland.”

“The Scottish Government Rainforest Restoration Fund (RRF), managed by NatureScot, will be shared by ten projects across the west of the country to help restore and expand the iconic native woodland.”

“More than 30 people gathered at ACT’s Kilmory Hub in December 2025 for Rhododendron and the Rainforest, an informative open day focused on tackling Rhododendron ponticum and supporting the recovery of Scotland’s rainforest.”

“On the west coast of Scotland lies a quiet, ancient rainforest, a place shaped by centuries of rain, wind, and time. In this vlog, I explore the forest in winter, photographing towering oak trees that have stood for generations.”