Forestry Commission
Overview
We attend a range of events to meet customers and give advice and guidance on planting woodland. We also hold face-to-face and online training events and webinars on specific grant schemes and areas of forestry, that we encourage people to sign up to in advance.
We update this page regularly with new events.
Upcoming events
Transition Live (Cambridge)
Date: 9 May 2024
Farmers Weekly aims for a sustainable future for British agriculture and your farm. Transition Live features talks and panel discussions from farmers, researchers, policy leaders and industry specialists will delve into the important issues within these 3 main topics:
food production
environment
business
Nottinghamshire County Show
Date: 11 May 2024
We have a stand with the Greenwood Community Forest. Chat to us about woodland creation, the benefits of woodland on your farm and the grants and incentives available. Get Nottinghamshire County Show tickets.
National Shooting Show (North Yorkshire)
Date: 11 to 12 May 2024
You can chat to us about the grants and incentives available to support woodland creation and management. Book tickets for the National Shooting Show.
Devon County Show Awards
Date: 16 to 18 May 2024
We are thrilled to sponsor the awards again this year. There is an exciting opportunity to enter in to the Devon County Show Woodland Awards. We know there are many inspiring woodland projects across the region, and this is a brilliant chance to showcase this work. There is also a cash prize for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each category. Read more and get tickets for Devon County Show Awards.
Essex Young Farmers Show
Date: 19 May 2024
We will be joined by Thames Chase Community Forest and Essex County Council to discusstrees and woodland creation, woodland and deer management and the benefits of woodland. Book Essex Young Farmers Show.
Heathfield Agricultural Show (East Sussex)
Date: 25 May 2024
Come and talk to us aboutwoodland creation and management, the benefits of woodland on your farm and the grants and incentives available. Book tickets for the Heathfield Agricultural Show.
Northumberland County Show
Date: 25 May 2024
Well be on hand to discuss the grants and incentives available to support woodland creation and management. Book Northumberland County Show.
Suffolk Show
Dates: 29 to 30 May 2024
Visit the Woodland and Agroforestry Advice Hub for free 1:1 advice from the Woodland Trust and Forestry Commission. Were on Stand 22 so come and chat about making the most of woods and trees for your farm business. Book tickets for the Suffolk Show.
Royal Bath and West Show
Date: 30 May to 1 June 2024
Well be on hand to discuss the grants and incentives available to support woodland creation and management. Read more and get tickets for the Royal Bath and West Show.
Royal Cornwall Show
Date: 6 to 8 June 2024
Well be around to chat about the grants and incentives available to support woodland creation and management. Read more and get tickets for the Royal Cornwall Show.
Cereals 2024 (Hertfordshire)
Date: 11 to 12 June 2024
Visit us along with Royal Payments Agency (RPA) and Defra at Cereals 2024; one of the largest trade shows for arable farmers. We will be on hand to discuss woodland creation, management, tree health and the grants and support available for farmers and landowners.
Lincolnshire Show
Date: 19 to 20 June 2024
Join us at the Lincolnshire Show at our stand with other Defra organisations. We will be on hand to discusswoodland creation, woodland management, the benefits of woodland on your land and the grants and incentives available.
Groundswell (Hertfordshire)
Date: 26 to 27 June 2024
Join us at Groundswell and discover how tree planting can support and improve biodiversity, soil health, provide protection for crops and livestock as well as improving water quality and mitigating flooding.
Royal Norfolk Show
Date: 26 to 27 June 2024
Join us and Natural England Catchment Sensitive Farming Advisors at the Royal Norfolk Show. From trees to river catchments, nature can be a powerful ally in managing our land and water. Drop by to learn how we can support you and your farm business.
Honley Show (West Yorkshire)
Date: 29 June 2024
We will be on hand to discuss the grants and incentives available for woodland creation and management. Book tickets for the Honley Show.
CLA North: Next Generation Pizza & Pimms (Cumbria)
Date: 4 July 2024
This event is to give you the opportunity to share ideas, challenges and ask questions. CLA North: Next Generation Pizza & Pimms is sponsored by us and we will be on hand to discuss woodland creation and its benefits.
Great Yorkshire Show
Date: 9 to 12 July 2024
Join us in the Forestry Area at this years Great Yorkshire Show. Staff will be on hand to discuss wood creation, management, tree health and the grants and support available for farmers and landowners. Get Great Yorkshire Show tickets.
Tendring Show (Suffolk)
Date: 13 July 2024
Chat to us aboutwoodland creation and the benefits of woodland on your farm and the grants and incentives available. Book Tendring Show.
Burwarton Show (Shropshire)
Date: 1 August 2024
Join us at the Burwarton Show in Shropshire where the team will be available to discuss woodland creation and the benefits of trees. Find us in the Livestock section. Read more and get tickets for the Burwarton Show.
Wiltshire Game & Country Fair
Date: 10 to 11 August 2024
We will have a stand at this yearsWiltshire Game & Country Fair. We will have experts on hand to answer any questions you might have around woodland creation, woodland management and the grants available.Come and meet us to get one-to-one advice on what the best options are for you and your land.
Association of Professional Foresters (APF 2024) (Warwickshire)
Date: 19 to 21 September 2024
We expand, protect, improve and connect Englands trees woodlands and forests, promoting the sustainable management of woodlands and increasing their value to society and the environment.
Come and talk to us for advice and support on woodland creation, woodland management, how to reduce the threat from pests and diseases and see Forest Research demonstrating their work in their innovative mobile laboratory.