The National Forest

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Company Information

The National Forest Company leads the creation of The National Forest, a new, wooded landscape for the nation across 200 square miles of central England. The National Forest Company was established by Government in April 1995. It is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).

The National Forest Company:

• Attracts and uses resources for ambitious, sensitive and imaginative Forest creation
• Provides the setting for new businesses, recreation, tourism and an improved quality of life
• Enhances wildlife and biodiversity.

The National Forest Company works through working partnerships with landowners, businesses, public, private and voluntary organisations and local communities to fulfil the shared vision for the Forest. It promotes the widest possible participation in and enjoyment of the Forest.

As the Forest matures, the Company promotes at international, national and local levels the experience and knowledge emerging from this inspiring and ambitious project.

• Read more: About The National Forest

National Forest Company Priorities 2008

Forest creation remains a priority and 2008 will see the launch of the new Changing Landscapes Scheme (CLS). There remain opportunities to create small scale woods and a range of grants are available for Forest-related projects, including support for woodland businesses. Community involvement in the Forest’s creation will be encouraged, particularly in the Forest’s urban centres. For more information and advice please contact us.

The National Forest to 2014 - Consultation

Between the beginning of June and the end of September 2008, the National Forest Company is consulting its partners and all those who wish to comment on the next five years for The National Forest. This review is focused on how we take the Forest’s 2004 – 2014 Strategy forward rather than its principles. It will result in a new implementation plan, to be published early in 2009.

• Read more: The Consultation, and have your say!