
About us
The Northern Forest
The North of England has significantly less woodland cover than the rest of the country, but not for much longer. With our partners we are planting 50 million trees and transforming the landscape of northern England.
We've had a number of high profile achievements within central government. We've also seen notable successes working with local authorities to improve regional policies, delivery and development plans.
With the help of our passionate supporters and expert staff, we've been able to influence a number of high profile decisions that directly affect woods and trees.
About us
The North of England has significantly less woodland cover than the rest of the country, but not for much longer. With our partners we are planting 50 million trees and transforming the landscape of northern England.
Protecting trees and woods
Street trees provide a host of benefits for people, wildlife and our urban environment. But they're under threat.
We work with city and borough councils across the UK to improve regional policies, delivery and development plans, all to benefit trees, wildlife and people. We offer free trees, expert advice and access to grants, and councils are doing great things as a result.
Almost 130 councils across the UK have heeded a Woodland Trust call to put trees at the heart of their climate crisis response. We're working closely with a number of them to put policy into practice.
If we can provide support to your city or borough council, contact us at governmentaffairs@woodlandtrust.org.uk.
Protecting trees and woods
Woods and trees can help make your community a healthier, wealthier and happier place to live and work.
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