England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO)
EWCO supports the establishment of new woodlands and is administered by the Forestry Commission, offering funding for woodland creation and additional payments for public benefits.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- Up to £10,200 per hectare, with up to £12,700 in additional payments
- Deadline
- Ongoing scheme
- Region
- England
- Business type
- Public sector organisations
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Plain English summary
This grant offers funding to landowners, land managers, and public bodies in England to create new woodlands. You can receive up to £10,200 per hectare for woodland creation, with additional payments of up to £12,700 available if your woodland provides community, nature recovery, or environmental benefits. The grant aims to combat climate change, enhance nature, improve water quality, and reduce flood risk.
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Who this is best for
- Public sector organisations
- Organisations based in England
- Projects aligned with energy & sustainability
- Teams seeking funding around Up to £10,200 per hectare, with up to £12,700 in additional payments
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Organisations based outside England
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- Open to all landowners, land managers, and public bodies in England.
- Land must be under management control, and the created woodland must be at least 1 hectare and 20 metres wide (or 10 metres for riparian buffers/shelterbelts).
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