In July 2022, the Heart of England Forest, in partnership with Stratford-on-Avon, Warwick, and Wychavon District Councils, together launched the ambitious Trees Call to Action Project (TCAP), in response to the significant climate and biodiversity crises we face.

A lack of trees and woodland impacts negatively on biodiversity, people’s health, and our changing climate. However, land managers do not always have the knowledge and skills to plant and care for trees; or they may prioritise alternative land uses. Consequently, people have less access to trees and woodlands with fewer opportunities to engage and can feel disconnected from nature.  

The partnership worked collaboratively with landowners, farmers, and local communities to find ways to increase tree cover across the landscape by:

• Expanding tree and woodland coverage across the districts to benefit the environment and communities.
• Developing and maintaining vital tree planting skills in support of trees and woodlands.
• Supporting the local economy and provide employment.
• Providing volunteers with the skills and knowledge to plant, care and maintain trees and woodland.

Advice and support about planting trees and hedges

This project was funded by the Trees Call to Action Fund. The fund was developed by Defra in partnership with the Forestry Commission and is being delivered by the Heritage Fund.

Trees Call to Action Project Information Sheet © 2025 by The Heart of England Forest is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International