About the North East Community Forest
Together with our partners, we’re transforming the region’s landscape through woodland creation, tree and hedgerow planting, and sustainable management. Our mission is simple: create healthier, greener places for people and wildlife while tackling climate change and biodiversity loss. We want to bring nature closer to where we live, work and play across the North East.
Whether you’re a resident, landowner, community group, school, or business, there are many ways to get involved. Explore our projects, discover funding opportunities, and join us in shaping a future where nature and people thrive together.
More about usBenefits of trees, woodlands and hedgerows
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For people
Enriching lives and livelihoods through green spaces and community involvement.
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For nature
Supporting ecological recovery and helping nature thrive.
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For climate
Strengthening resilience, mitigating climate change and adapting to environmental challenges.
The impact we’ve made so far
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Explore your community forest
Our Forest Plan
The North East Community Forest Plan is a long-term strategy to guide the work of the Forest Team and partners through 2050 and beyond. It sets out a shared vision, key objectives and guiding principles to enhance the region’s treescapes through woodland creation, tree and hedgerow planting for the benefit of people, nature and climate.
View Forest PlanWhat’s new?
Discover all the news, events and activities from your community forest
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31 March 2026
North East England marks national 10 millionth tree milestone
The North East Community Forest (NECF) has joined Community Forests across England in celebrating a major national milestone, the planting...
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24 March 2026
New woodland project – Creating a space for nature, learning, and community
A new 8.24 hectare woodland creation project comprising 7,500 trees is getting underway at Emmaus Youth...
