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 2013
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
Also of interest
29 Apr 2013
The National Forest Company Has Appointed a New Tourism Officer
The National Forest Company (NFC) has recently welcomed Richard Drakeley to its team.
11 Apr 2013
The Bingham Plants Trees in The National Forest to Lighten Christmas Landfill
The Bingham, a boutique hotel and restaurant located in Richmond, London, joined forces with the National Forest Company recently to plant trees in a new woodland in Derbyshire, on the northern boundary of The National Forest.
Find more articles: News
25 May 2013
Moira, Derbyshire
Conkers, a unique mix of indoor and outdoor experiences. Explore four discovery zones with interactive exhibits, ride on the Conkachoo train and go wild in the adventure play areas. New bare foot walk and interactive exhibit.
25 May 2013
Elvaston, Derbyshire
The former home of the Earls of Harrington.
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22 Mar 2013
Alice Oswald’s ‘Memorial’, war and the modernity of the rural
It's often implied, in our multi-riven country, that to live in a town or a city is 'modern' and to live elsewhere, isn't. Quite what's meant by this isn't always clear to me, but away from the urban, life is apparently traditional, a refuge from the hustle and bustle; it's not where innovation is expected to happen, that's for sure.
26 Feb 2013
My Journey into The National Forest
Just under two years ago my knowledge of The National Forest was a bit like my knowledge of today's technology ... I was aware of it but, whisper it, I wasn't that interested! Then, two things happened in a short space of time - we moved house and I was made redundant.
Find more: Blog
National Forest Company, Enterprise Glade, Bath Yard, Moira, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE12 6BA.
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