Breathing life
into your
neighbourhood
We are the only UK charity working at a national and international scale to improve lives by planting trees in cities.
We get stuck in with local communities to cultivate lasting change in their neighbourhoods – whether it’s revitalising forgotten spaces, creating healthier environments or getting people excited about growing, foraging and eating healthy food.
Our impact
-
1000001
That's how many trees we've planted to date
-
207,986
with almost 208,000 taking root this year
-
10,721
Over 10,000 volunteers got stuck into tree planting
-
3,003
including 3,003 taking part in corporate volunteering days
-
14,171
over 14,000 school kids have learned about trees and healthy eating this year
-
28
and we delivered 28 projects in 22 cities in the UK
Latest stories
-
COVID-19 update statement
1 April 2020
In light of the ongoing Covid-19 situation, Trees for Cities has temporarily suspended its onsite operations and redeployed its staff teams to work from a home environment.
-
The importance of urban parks and green spaces
1 April 2020
While taking the government’s social distancing guidelines into account, a run or walk in your local park or green space can be beneficial for both mind and body.
-
Growing together in isolation
31 March 2020
Are you spending a lot of time at home, but want to stay engaged, positive and productive? Why not start a virtual food-growing club with your friends or colleagues!