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 and imaginative Forest creation that is sensitive to the landscape and environment.
• Provides the setting for new businesses, recreation, tourism and an improved quality of life
• Enhances wildlife and biodiversity.

The National Forest Company leads 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 2011

Creating the Forest remains a priority and the Changing Landscapes Scheme offers generous support, alongside other planting schemes. Approaches to woodland management are being developed. The Delivery Plan provides direction to 2014 and significant leisure, health and tourism developments are being progressed.

• Read more: Business Plan

The National Forest Delivery Plan to 2014

The National Forest's plan to 2014 has been published, after extensive consultation. Carrying on planting, making the most of what we've got and letting more people know more about the Forest are key messages.

• Read more: The National Forest to 2014