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
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1551867
That's how many trees we've planted to date
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266794
with over 250,000 taking root this year
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21,410
people engaged with us about planting and protecting trees this year
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14,484
international project participants took part in overseas projects
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24380
pupils engaged in our school programmes this year
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40
and this year we delivered 40 planting projects in 40 urban areas
Latest stories
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The connection between hedgehogs and urban trees
21 April 2023
Whilst many may think that hedgehogs reside in quiet, rural woodlands, they are popular in towns and cities and are very reliant on urban trees and greenery!
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21 UK Councils recognised as Tree Cities of the World!
12 April 2023
21 UK towns and cities have been recognised as ‘Tree Cities of the World’, joining an international network of towns and cities dedicated to fostering urban forestry practices.
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Why do trees blossom?
22 March 2023
One of the most iconic indicators that it's spring in the UK - blossoming trees! They treat us to a beautiful display of soft, indulgent colours and mark the start of the season.