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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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
Moor Trees celebrates 25th Anniversary Year

Moor Trees celebrates 25th Anniversary Year

Throughout 2025 Moor Trees will be celebrating a significant quarter century milestone with a packed schedule of events.

January 29, 2025
All about the South Hams Tree Warden Network

All about the South Hams Tree Warden Network

Tree Wardens are volunteers who are united in their love of trees and hedges and want to conserve as many of them as they can within their parish or town.

January 28, 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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