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How trees and woodland benefit nature
Find out how all types of woodland can support nature recovery, when appropriately designed and managed to conserve and enhance biodiversity.
Overview
All types of woodland can support nature recovery, when appropriately designed and managed to conserve and enhance biodiversity. Find out more in the collection of resources below.
Woods for Nature fact sheet
Read how tree planting and woodland creation can help nature and boost biodiversity.
Stackable payments available for benefits to nature
Under the England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO), your woodland creation scheme may be eligible for additional payments for the public goods your woodland provides.
Other reading and resources
Learn more about the far-reaching benefits woods can bring to nature.
Updates to this page
Published 12 July 2023
Last updated 14 March 2025
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Added a link to 'UK Forestry Standard: 7 things to consider when creating woodland'.
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First published.