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We improve lives by planting and caring for trees in cities
Trees for Cities is the only national UK charity dedicated to urban trees. 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
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1954044
That's how many trees we've planted to date
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80533
trees were planted this year
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14986
people planted, protected and promoted urban trees
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30032
pupils engaged in our school programmes this year
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47
urban areas across the UK were planted in
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35
new school projects have been built in the last year
Latest stories
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Tree Establishment: Helping Urban Trees Thrive
25 February 2026
Over the last 33 years, we've planted nearly 2 million trees across urban areas, ensuring that all our trees planted have been established well and cared for. Here's how!
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Catkins: a sign of spring
18 February 2026
Out in our green spaces, the first signs of spring are starting to appear. Even on the busiest of streets, hanging off the trees, you can spot catkins swaying with the wind!
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Growing Urban Forests: The 3-30-300 Rule
12 February 2026
Trees should be a part of everyday life in our towns and cities, no matter a person’s postcode. We measure this by the 3-30-300 rule!