Tree of the Year 2026
Pick your favourite to help us crown this year’s Tree of the Year. Hurry, votes close on 29 September!
Credit: Stephen R Johnson / Alamy Stock Photo
Credit: Stephen R Johnson / Alamy Stock Photo
Woods and trees are essential.
For people. For wildlife. For life.
That's why we're here.
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About us
We create
We create wildlife-rich woods and plant native trees to benefit nature, climate and people now and in the future.
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About us
We protect
We fight to protect woods and trees, preventing the loss of irreplaceable habitat, nature and carbon stores for a healthier future for everyone.
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About us
We restore
We bring damaged ancient woods back to life, restoring irreplaceable ecosystems to improve landscape resilience so that nature and people can thrive.
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About us
We care
We care for over 1,000 woods, keeping them open for you to explore and enjoy. We want to inspire a love for woods and trees for generations to come.
68.5m
Planted
We have planted millions of trees since we began in 1972.
1,186
Saved
We have saved thousands of woods with your help since 1999.
38k
Revived
We are bringing thousands of hectares of ancient woodland back to life.
We want a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature.
We can't achieve our vision without you.
Start planting
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Plant trees
Free trees for schools and communities
Trees help people and nature thrive and we need more in the ground. That’s why we’re giving thousands away free to schools, councils, clubs and more. Apply now.
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BLOG
British trees to plant in your garden: 14 native tree ideas
Our top UK native trees to bring colour, interest and wildlife to your garden, including size and preferred conditions.
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Blog
Combat climate change at home: 6 UK native trees to plant in small gardens
Becca Smith • 07 Oct 2022
Get your daily dose of nature
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Visiting woods
Things to do in autumn
Venture out into the crisp air and get swept away in all that autumn has to offer. Make the most of this spectacular season with our top ideas for your visit.
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Blog
Top 10 woods to enjoy autumn colour
Hannah Vickers • 10 Nov 2021
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Blog
8 enchanting rainforests to explore in the UK
Charlotte Varela • 12 Mar 2025
Discover autumn woodland
Make a difference
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Support us
Patron Appeal
Dame Judi Dench has been patron of the Woodland Trust for 12 years. She's written this special and urgent message to raise critically important funds for us.
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Visiting woods
Nature's Calendar
Help monitor the effects of climate change on wildlife near you. Your records contribute to a growing body of scientific evidence on global warming.
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Support us
Dedications
Be it a single tree or an acre of woodland with a personalised bench, your dedication will provide a long-lasting tribute that can be visited time after time – and support local wildlife too.