Read our Forest Plan, which describes our vision, mission, aims and objectives for the next 25 years.
Our vision
A thriving landscape, rich in trees and woodlands, that benefits people, nature and the planet.
Our mission
Maintain and expand a multi-purpose forest with a rich mixture of woods, farmland, open spaces and settlements in Nottinghamshire, contributing towards sustainable development and providing a healthy and resilient environment for people and wildlife to live in and benefit from.
To deliver this vision we will:
1
Increase tree and woodland cover and improve habitat connectivity for wildlife by working with partner organisations and local communities, taking need, opportunity and other land uses into account.
2
Manage and protect existing trees, woodlands and green spaces to improve ecological health and resilience, and their ability to mitigate the impacts of impacts of changing climate conditions.
3
Encourage greater public participation in the creation, management and use of woodlands and green spaces, fostering a deeper relationship with nature and the many benefits it provides.
4
Promote the benefits of trees, woodlands and green spaces for people, nature, and the planet, to increase engagement, learning and volunteering opportunities, celebrate achievements and demonstrate impact.
5
Ensure the long-term sustainability of the Community Forest by enhancing its profile, emphasising its significance and value, and fostering increased participation, collaborative partnerships, and investment.
Objectives by 2050
1. Increasing tree, woodland and hedgerow cover
Offer advice, support and financial assistance to enable Greenwood partners, landowners and communities to increase tree canopy cover across the community forest area from 17.9% to at least 20%.
How:
Establish a minimum of 2,000 hectares of new woodland by 2050
Plant 250 medium-size individual trees in urban areas by 2050
Plant or restore 100km of hedgerow by 2050
2. Improving the quality of trees, woodlands and green spaces
Offer advice, support and financial assistance to landowners with the aim of seeing at least 70% of woodland habitats in the community forest area under sustainable management by 2050.
How:
Ensure that all new woodland habitats established by Greenwood, or through Greenwood funding, are sustainably managed.
Work with Greenwood Community Forest partners to ensure that all trees and woodland habitats owned and managed by them are under sustainable management.
Offer advice, support and funding opportunities to private landowners to encourage and enable sustainable management of woodland.
3. Engagement, participation and collaboration
Create a culture of collaborative and inclusive ownership of the community forest and delivery of the Forest Plan, maintaining its relevance and sustainability for multiple generations.
How:
Involve at least 2,000 people annually in the growth, maintenance and enjoyment of the community forest.
Make the Greenwood partnership broader and more inclusive in terms of direct membership and those who advise and support its work.
Embed structures that provide opportunities for the active participation of young people in the community forest.
In delivering our vision we will apply these broad principles
Engage and involve local communities, addressing inequalities and growing local action
Work as a broad-based partnership, to maximise involvement, expertise, skills and resources
Prioritise tree and woodland establishment in areas of greatest benefit and need, making best use of resources
Plant the right tree in the right place for the right reason, considering other natural habitats and land use priorities
Manage existing trees and woodlands in accordance with best practice
Adopt an evidence-led approach, monitor delivery against targets, report on impact and celebrate achievements
Download our Forest Plan
Download a copy of the Greenwood Forest Plan 2025-2050 Summary Document [PDF]