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
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. Read more and book the Essex Young Farmers Show.
Heathfield Agricultural Show (East Sussex)
Date: 25 May 2024
Come and talk to us at the Heathfield Agricultural Show. Well be there to chat aboutwoodland creation and management, the benefits of woodland on your farm and the grants and incentives available.
Northumberland County Show
Date: 25 May 2024
Well be at the Northumberland County Show to discuss the grants and incentives available to support woodland creation and management.
Suffolk Show
Dates: 29 to 30 May 2024
Visit us at the Woodland and Agroforestry Advice Hub at the Suffolk Show for free 1:1 advice. Were on Stand 22 so come and chat about making the most of woods and trees for your farm business.
Royal Bath and West Show
Date: 30 May to 1 June 2024
Well be at the Royal Bath and West Show to chat about the grants and incentives available to support woodland creation and management.
Royal Cornwall Show
Date: 6 to 8 June 2024
Well be at the Royal Cornwall Show to chat about the grants and incentives available to support woodland creation and management.
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.
Royal Cheshire County Show
Date: 18 to 19 June 2024
Join us and Mersey Forest at the Royal Cheshire County Show. We will be available to discuss woodland creation and the benefits of trees.
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 at the Honley Show to discuss the grants and incentives available for woodland creation and management.
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.
Kent County Show
Date: 5 to 7 July 2024
We will be at the Kent County Show 5 to 7 July. Listen to our talk at 11am each day. Visit our drop in clinic to talk to us aboutwoodland creation and management, and the grants and incentives available.
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.
Tendring Show (Suffolk)
Date: 13 July 2024
Chat to us aboutwoodland creation, the benefits of woodland on your farm and the grants and incentives available at the 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.
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.
Bucks County Show
Date: 29 August 2024
Join us and Catchment Sensitive Farming at the Bucks County Show. Come and talk to us aboutwoodland creation and management, and the grants and incentives available.
Association of Professional Foresters (APF 2024) (Warwickshire)
Date: 19 to 21 September 2024
Come and meet us at APF 2024. Well be giving advice and support on woodland creation, woodland management, and pests and diseases. See Forest Research demonstrating their work in their innovative mobile laboratory.