Forestry Commission
Grascott Farm, Devon
Forester Sam Whatmore reflects on his 85 hectare woodland creation project that has allowed local wildlife to thrive whilst also bringing long-term value to their business. Read more about .
800 Wood, Cambridge
is a great example of how woodland can be used to boost biodiversity and benefit the local community, and demonstrates how natural colonisation can be used alongside tree planting.
Elslack Estate, North Yorkshire
If youre interested in diversifying your business, read our case study for , North Yorkshire which shows how woodland can increase land value and generate income for the landowner, whilst also providing environmental benefits such as habitat creation and natural flood management.
Little Harle Estate, Northumberland
Woodland Officer Luke talks to John Anderson and his son Tom at Little Harle Estate in Northumberland about their most recent woodland creation scheme, which saw them plant over 12,000 trees along the River Wansbeck for wildlife and to prevent farm sediments and run off from entering the water.
Planting 12,000 Trees For Future Generations
Monkridge Hill Farm, Northumberland
Woodland Officer Luke talks to Steve Ramshaw, Owner of Monkridge Hill Farm, about his 100 hectare woodland creation project and the benefits that tree planting on his land has brought.
The Benefits Of Woodland Creation On Farmland
Avon Wood, Warwickshire
A new landowner, Mr. Harding shares his experiences and top tips of how to plant a new woodland. Avon Wood is planted with a diverse range of trees for biodiversity and the case study looks at what trees have been planted. Read about .
Waterfoot Bridge, Cumbria
Waterfoot Bridge in Cumbria is a case study about a 22 hectare woodland that has been planted by third generation timber merchants to expand the long-term timber supply to their sawmill. Find out how the Countryside Stewardship Woodland Creation Grant supported their objectives for the woodland, and about the benefits that the woodland will bring to the local community. Read about .
Howards Wood, Dorset
If youre a farmer interested in planting trees, read our case study of in Dorset, where a 13 hectare woodland was planted in 2002 on former maize fields. The woodland manager, Helen, explained to us what benefits the woodland is now bringing, and how the wildlife and the timber crop live, grow and evolve together.
Lowther Estate, Cumbria
At the in Cumbria, the new woodland comprises of 121 hectares of productive conifer, with the remaining 49 hectares made up of predominantly productive broadleaves. The estate used the Woodland Creation Planning Grant to help cover the planning and design costs for the new woodland, and funding from Countryside Stewardship for the planting and maintenance.
Cherryrock Fram, Bristol
At Mr Howes, a farmer from Bristol, worked in partnership with the Forestry Commission and the Woodland Trust to improve biodiversity and enhance wildlife on his land through tree planting.
Common Farm, Swindon
was designed after extensive consultations with local groups, organisations, elected councillors and residents - hundreds of people got involved in tree planting events.
Brown & Co. - Woodland Carbon Guarantee
Our case study from who had a number of successful applicants in the first Woodland Carbon Guarantee auction, looks at the scheme and its potential benefits to landowners.
Blenheim Estate
Read our new case study to see how the has used blended finance through EWCO and private investment to fund woodland creation. The scheme is transforming unproductive, low-grade agricultural land into a sustainable and commercially viable asset. The new woodlands will deliver multiple benefits including carbon sequestration, improved biodiversity, water quality and public amenity access.
Orchard Farm
, located in South East Somerset features a small woodland of approx. 2.7 ha of native trees and shrubs. The Boyers planted the woodland to enhance other conservation habitats already established in the area