NATIONAL TREE WEEK 2015

The Tree Council organised the first National Tree Week in 1975 and now up to a million trees are planted nationally each year as a result of this campaign.  Since 1979, Durham County Council has taken part in National Tree Week. 

This year’s Tree Week will run from 28 November to 6 December 2015.

A 100% grant up to a maximum of £150 is available to Parish Councils, Community Groups and Schools wishing to undertake well-planned tree planting projects during National Tree Week.

Grants of up to £150 are also available for individuals or organisations to plant in-field (individual large open-grown trees), hedgerow trees and field corners up to 50 m² (538 square feet). 

Please note, you will be required to fund the work and then claim the grant from the County Council.  Please ensure that you keep a complete record of spending on the project.  Notes on tree planting and aftercare are available upon application.

Due to the outbreak of the potentially serious disease Chalara dieback which affects Ash trees, as a precaution - Ash hedgerow trees will not be permitted to be planted under this grant scheme until the full impact that the disease will have is known.

Should you wish to apply for a grant, for an application form, please contact:

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Tel: 03000 267133

As requests will be on a first come, first served basis provided you fit the criteria, early application is recommended. 

Completed application forms must be received by Friday 13th November 2015