Woodland Trust Opens Free Tree Giveaway for Devon and Cornwall Farmers

The Woodland Trust is preparing its fifth free tree giveaway for Devon and Cornwall early next year, but farmers only have until 18th December to book their packs. The offer provides up to 100 saplings per farm, complete with guards and protection, funded by Lloyds Bank.

What Farmers Can Collect

Those taking part can choose from curated packs suited to their land, including Hedgerows, Browse, Copses and Shelterbelts. Each aims to support different goals on the farm.

The Woodland Trust sets out why trees matter for farming, noting the benefits for climate resilience, soil health and biodiversity. According to the release, trees can offer shade and shelter, act as windbreaks and help offset carbon emissions. They can also support soil structure, nutrient cycling and water retention, while attracting beneficial insects and providing habitats for birds and wildlife.

How to Take Part

Farmers can apply online through the Woodland Trust’s website and pick a collection date and location. Bookings close on 18th December using the link on the Woodland Trust page at https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/plant-trees/south-west-tree-giveaway/.

Cornwall Collection Points

Farmers in Cornwall can collect their trees at the following sites, all running from 10am to 3pm:
• The Wagon House, TR12 6DZ, 14th January
• Woodland Valley Farm, TR2 4PT, Tuesday 3rd February
• West Coombeshead Farm, PL17 8PY, Thursday 5th February

Devon Collection Points

Devon also has several collection points available, all open from 10am to 3pm:
• Leworthy Manor, EX22 6SJ, 20th January
• Shillingford Organics, EX2 9QQ, 22nd January
• Riverford Farm Kitchen, TQ11 0JU, 27th January
• Elston Farm, EX17 5PB, 29th January

New This Year

This year, farmers can also join a farm walk at each collection site to see agroforestry systems in action. Experts will be available to explain the benefits and answer questions about how these systems might work on their own farms.