About the process and how to apply
How to apply
If you would like to find out more about getting involved and have land available within the community forest boundary area, please contact our team using the online form on the England’s Community Forests website and we'll be in touch to discuss further details and next steps.
How the process works
Pre-planting
- Approved woodland design: After completing steps to plan, design, budget and get statutory consent, we'll approve the scheme.
- Grant offer: The grant offer will be subject to estimated costs within the project budget. Amendments can still be made at this point.
- Landowner agreement:After acceptance of the grant offer the applicant will be asked to enter into a landowner agreement. The agreement lasts up to 15 years.
Planting
- Plant to specifications: Plant the trees according to our design and specifications.
- Site inspection: After planting, we'll inspect the site.
Post-planting
- Submit grant claim form: Following inspection submit a claim form along with evidence. Evidence can be in the form of photos and invoices.
- Ongoing maintenance: If there is a maintenance plan, carry out as agreed. Record these operations with pictures and invoices too.
- Further grant claims: If the grant has multiple payments then claim forms need submitting at the agreed times, along with evidence.