From tree planting to hedgerow management, trees are a key topic for many environmental groups. Much of the South Hams also falls within the rare temperate rainforest zone, making it a particularly important region for considering how best to support existing woodland and encourage new growth.

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Sharpham Trust in partnership with Ambios Ltd celebrate planting 3,000 trees

Sharpham Trust in partnership with Ambios Ltd celebrate planting 3,000 trees

This winter marked a major milestone for The Sharpham Trust and Ambios as nearly 3,000 trees were planted as part of the Plymouth and South Devon Community Forest project across 10 hectares of land, supported by the energy and dedication of hundreds of volunteers, trainees, and local community members.

May 6, 2025
Want to be a Tree Warden for your parish?

Want to be a Tree Warden for your parish?

If you were impacted by the felling of that big, beautiful oak in Enfield recently, then here is a great opportunity to put your energy into action!

April 25, 2025
Managed hedge banks in Ashprington help to increase wildlife

Managed hedge banks in Ashprington help to increase wildlife

In a few weeks SHDC’s “South Hams Tree, Woodland & Hedge Plan 2024 - 2029” will be published. This plan recognises that it is not only trees and woodland that are vital for mitigating climate change and biodiversity in our landscape but that our network of hedges have to be included as well.

March 11, 2025

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South Devon National Landscape

South Devon National Landscape

Engaging residents and visitors to conserve, enhance, and and value the South Devon National Landscape. Projects include Farming in Protected Landscapes, Access for All, biodiversity projects in the estuaries, coast, and landscape including Life on the Edge - restoring coastal species-rich grasslands for endangered invertebrates.

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