Join Cumbria Woodlands and Grown in Britain for two essential Spring webinars: Making Woodland Work and Demystifying Woodland Grants and Regulation 2025.

Making Woodland Work
The first of our two Spring webinars is on Wednesday, 12th March 2025.
Join us 6-7pm, for a comprehensive session with leading experts from across the forestry sector. Chaired by Dougal Driver, our CEO, the panel includes:
- Lochlan Dulson, Cumbria Woodlands
- Peter Fox, Forestry Commission
- Jo Clark, Future Trees Trust
- Charles Robinson, Robinson Forestry
- Joan Webber, Forest Research
Our discussion will guide you through:
- Practical silviculture approaches that enhance timber quality while maintaining financial viability
- Current and emerging markets across timber, carbon, nature, and water
- Essential certification pathways including Grown in Britain and Plant Healthy standards
- Critical updates on current and emerging pest and disease challenges
This webinar also includes an extended Q&A session, allowing you to engage directly with industry leaders and get your specific questions answered.
Click here to register for this informative and insightful evening!

Demystifying Woodland Grants and Regulation 2025
The second of our Spring webinars is on Wednesday, 26th March 2025
Join us 6-7 pm, for a practical and informative session with leading experts from across the forestry sector. Chaired by Lochlan Dulson of Cumbria Woodlands, the panel includes:
- Peter Fox, Forestry Commission
- Dougal Driver, Grown in Britain
- Charles Robinson, Robinson Forestry
Our discussion will guide you through:
- The new Countryside Stewardship offer – what you need to know and how to prepare
- Practical applications of grant options to support effective woodland management
- Understanding revenue potential and option stacking opportunities
- Essential updates on regulatory requirements, including Felling Licences and Plant Health Notices
This webinar also includes an extended Q&A session, allowing you to engage directly with industry leaders and get your specific questions answered.
Click here to register for this informative and insightful evening!
Both webinars are free to attend thanks to support from the Trees Call to Action Fund.
The fund was developed by Defra in partnership with the Forestry Commission and is being delivered by the Heritage Fund.
