Grants available through woodland creation scheme

Landowners, land managers and public bodies can apply to the England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO) for support to create new woodland, including through natural colonisation, on areas as small as one hectare. You could receive over £10,000 per hectare to support your woodland creation scheme. EWCO is one of a suite of Forestry Commission initiatives to support woodland creation and tree planting across England.

For more information on eligibility and how to apply, visit www.gov.uk/guidance/england-woodland-creation-offer

For more information on a wide range of Go Green business support offers available through Eden District Council and other organisations, visit www.eden.gov.uk/your-environment/zero-carbon-eden/grants-and-support-to-go-green