Detailed guide: Countryside Stewardship: woodland creation grant manual 2018

The woodland creation grant is a standalone capital grant under Countryside Stewardship. Farmers and other land managers can apply for a 2 year capital works programme to plant and protect young trees. If you’re eligible, a supporting maintenance grant of £200 per hectare for 10 years may also be available.

This manual provides information about the woodland creation 2018 grant scheme and agreement conditions.

See the main Countryside Stewardship page for more information about this scheme.

Woodland creation 2017 agreement holders should refer to the woodland creation grant manual 2017 for their agreement conditions.