Western Forest | A National Forest for the West of England

The Western Forest is England’s first national forest for a generation, working to unite fragmented landscapes into a coherent, resilient wooded mosaic that works for nature, people and the rural economy.

Rooted in heritage, powered by innovation, transformed by 2050

Spanning Gloucestershire, the West of England and Wiltshire, the Western Forest will plant 20 million trees by 2050 and restore woodlands at scale – connecting our cities, towns and countryside. We are driving growth, supporting farm businesses and creating accessible, nature-rich landscapes where people and wildlife can thrive.

Our Impact

Hectares planted

242

Landowners engaged

264

Volunteers

269

People at events

1,551

Are you a farmer or a landowner?

Plant Trees

We make it simple to plan, fund and plant trees on your land. Together, we’ll explore how trees and woodlands can improve your business, and the Western Forest will handle everything – from design and planning to funding and planting.

Plant trees with us

Manage Woodlands

Get fully funded and expert support to bring your woodland into active management. A well-managed woodland can contribute to income through diversified resources, increasing resilience and enhancing biodiversity.

Manage woodlands with us

Want to be a part of our future?

Invest in the Western Forest

Back a new national forest at the scale that matters. Whether you're a business, a philanthropist, or simply want to plant your own piece of the forest, your investment helps us create, protect and connect woodland across the West.

Find out more