Forestry Commission Events
A calendar of online and face-to-face events, and details of shows and exhibitions we will be attending.
Applies to England
Overview
We attend a range of events to meet customers and give advice and guidance on planting woodland. We also hold face-to-face and online training events and webinars on specific grant schemes and areas of forestry, that we encourage people to sign up to in advance.
We update this page regularly with new events.
Upcoming events
Devon County Show Awards
Date: 16 to 18 May 2024
We are thrilled to sponsor the awards again this year. There is an exciting opportunity to enter in to the Devon County Show Woodland Awards. We know there are many inspiring woodland projects across the region, and this is a brilliant chance to showcase this work. There is also a cash prize for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each category. Read more and get tickets for Devon County Show Awards.
Essex Young Farmers Show
Date: 19 May 2024
We will be joined by Thames Chase Community Forest and Essex County Council to discuss trees and woodland creation, woodland and deer management and the benefits of woodland. Read more and book the Essex Young Farmers Show.
Heathfield Agricultural Show (East Sussex)
Date: 25 May 2024
Come and talk to us at the Heathfield Agricultural Show. We’ll be there to chat about woodland creation and management, the benefits of woodland on your farm and the grants and incentives available.
Northumberland County Show
Date: 25 May 2024
We’ll be at the Northumberland County Show to discuss the grants and incentives available to support woodland creation and management.
Suffolk Show
Dates: 29 to 30 May 2024
Visit us at the Woodland and Agroforestry Advice Hub at the Suffolk Show for free 1:1 advice. We’re on Stand 22 so come and chat about making the most of woods and trees for your farm business.
Royal Bath and West Show
Date: 30 May to 1 June 2024
We’ll be at the Royal Bath and West Show to chat about the grants and incentives available to support woodland creation and management.
Royal Cornwall Show
Date: 6 to 8 June 2024
We’ll be at the Royal Cornwall Show to chat about the grants and incentives available to support woodland creation and management.
Cereals 2024 (Hertfordshire)
Date: 11 to 12 June 2024
Visit us along with Royal Payments Agency (RPA) and Defra at Cereals 2024; one of the largest trade shows for arable farmers. We will be on hand to discuss woodland creation, management, tree health and the grants and support available for farmers and landowners.
Lincolnshire Show
Date: 19 to 20 June 2024
Join us at the Lincolnshire Show at our stand with other Defra organisations. We will be on hand to discuss woodland creation, woodland management, the benefits of woodland on your land and the grants and incentives available.
Groundswell (Hertfordshire)
Date: 26 to 27 June 2024
Join us at Groundswell and discover how tree planting can support and improve biodiversity, soil health, provide protection for crops and livestock as well as improving water quality and mitigating flooding.
Royal Norfolk Show
Date: 26 to 27 June 2024
Join us and Natural England Catchment Sensitive Farming Advisors at the Royal Norfolk Show. From trees to river catchments, nature can be a powerful ally in managing our land and water. Drop by to learn how we can support you and your farm business.
Honley Show (West Yorkshire)
Date: 29 June 2024
We will be at the Honley Show to discuss the grants and incentives available for woodland creation and management.
CLA North: Next Generation Pizza & Pimms (Cumbria)
Date: 4 July 2024
This event is to give you the opportunity to share ideas, challenges and ask questions. CLA North: Next Generation Pizza & Pimms is sponsored by us and we will be on hand to discuss woodland creation and its benefits.
Kent County Show
Date: 5 to 7 July 2024
We will be at the Kent County Show 5 to 7 July. Listen to our talk at 11am each day. Visit our drop in ‘clinic’ to talk to us about woodland creation and management, and the grants and incentives available.
Great Yorkshire Show
Date: 9 to 12 July 2024
Join us in the Forestry Area at this year’s Great Yorkshire Show. Staff will be on hand to discuss wood creation, management, tree health and the grants and support available for farmers and landowners.
Tendring Show (Suffolk)
Date: 13 July 2024
Chat to us about woodland creation, the benefits of woodland on your farm and the grants and incentives available at the Tendring Show.
Royal Cheshire County Show
Date: 17 to 18 July 2024
Join us and Mersey Forest at the Royal Cheshire County Show. We will be available to discuss woodland creation and the benefits of trees.
Burwarton Show (Shropshire)
Date: 1 August 2024
Join us at the Burwarton Show in Shropshire where the team will be available to discuss woodland creation and the benefits of trees. Find us in the Livestock section.
Wiltshire Game & Country Fair
Date: 10 to 11 August 2024
We will have a stand at this year’s Wiltshire Game & Country Fair. We will have experts on hand to answer any questions you might have around woodland creation, woodland management and the grants available. Come and meet us to get one-to-one advice on what the best options are for you and your land.
Bucks County Show
Date: 29 August 2024
Join us and Catchment Sensitive Farming at the Bucks County Show. Come and talk to us about woodland creation and management, and the grants and incentives available.
Association of Professional Foresters (APF 2024) (Warwickshire)
Date: 19 to 21 September 2024
Come and meet us at APF 2024. We’ll be giving advice and support on woodland creation, woodland management, and pests and diseases. See Forest Research demonstrating their work in their innovative mobile laboratory.
Previous recorded events
| Event | Date | Details | Recording |
|---|---|---|---|
| HS2 Woodland Fund: webinar hosted by the Forestry Commission | 8 November 2023 | Funding information to support native woodland creation or the restoration of Plantations on Ancient Woodland sites. | Watch the recording |
| Ash dieback and the Tree Health Pilot: webinar hosted by the Forestry Commission | 23 June 2023 | This webinar explains about the ash dieback grant offer within the Tree Health Pilot. | Watch the recording |
| Societal benefits of trees, woods and forests in England: webinar hosted by the Forest Research | 10 May 2023 | This webinar looks at work by the Society and Environment Research Group on the societal benefits of trees, woods, and forests, primarily focusing on England. | Watch the recording |
| Red Squirrels and forestry operations: webinar hosted by the Forestry Commission | March 2023 | This webinar offers advice on how to plan and carry out forest operations in woodlands to minimise the possible impacts on red squirrels. | Watch the recording |
You can search our YouTube channel for previous recorded events.
Last updated 15 May 2024 + show all updates
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Added Bucks County Show, Royal Cheshire County Show and Kent County Show.
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Added: Royal Bath and West Show, Royal Cornwall Show, Devon County Show Awards, Burwarton Show, and Wiltshire Game & Country Fair.
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