About us
We plant
We plant woods and trees to combat climate change, build a greener future for the UK and create havens for wildlife.
Credit: James Osmond / Alamy Stock Photo
Credit: James Osmond / Alamy Stock Photo
Woods and trees are essential.
For people. For wildlife. For life.
That's why we're here.
About us
We protect
We save woods and trees from decimation. We stand against needless destruction and lead the fight against tree pests and diseases.
About us
We restore
We bring damaged ancient woods back to life. We restore these irreplaceable ecosystems before they are lost forever.
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.
50m
Planted
We have planted millions of trees since we began in 1972.
1,172
Saved
We have saved thousands of woods with your help in the last decade.
34k+
Revived
We are bringing thousands of hectares of ancient woodland back to life.
We want to see a UK rich in native woods and trees.
We can't achieve our vision without you.
Ask election candidates to prioritise woods and trees
Millions will vote in elections in Scotland, Wales and 8 English city regions this May. Urge candidates to tackle the nature and climate crises with native trees and woods for a brighter, greener future.
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Trees for Tom
Captain Sir Tom Moore's family wish to honour his love of nature by planting trees with the Trust. Pay tribute by donating.
Trees woods and wildlife
A-Z of British trees
Our A-Z guide to British trees from native species to naturalised and widely planted non-natives.
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