Forestry Support Tailored to Yorkshire Landowners
Lincolnshire is a county of rolling fenland, historic estates and wide agricultural landscapes; but it also has one of the lowest tree cover rates in England, at under 4% of land area. Recent initiatives such as the LincWoods tree-planting project aim to increase tree and hedge planting across the county, support biodiversity and tackle climate change, creating opportunities for landowners, farmers and communities alike.
At Active Forestry, we provide expert, tailored forestry consultancy to landowners across Lincolnshire. From initial woodland creation and grant support to long-term management and timber marketing, we help clients make the most of their land; environmentally, economically and sustainably.
Woodland creation and grant applications
Ecological assessments and biodiversity planning
Ash dieback solutions and restocking
Why Forestry Matters in Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire’s landscape is dominated by arable farms, open countryside and fenland habitats. With relatively low tree cover compared to the national average, increasing sustainable forestry in the region delivers multiple benefits:
Environmental: Trees improve soil health, support wildlife corridors, reduce flood risk and increase biodiversity
Climate: Woodland sequesters carbon and strengthens resilience to extreme weather.
Economic: Well-managed woodland can generate income through timber, grants and long-term land value increases.
Community: Local tree planting and woodland restoration projects connect landowners with communities and funding partners.
Initiatives such as LincWoods work with private landowners, parish councils and local groups to support the planting of woodlands, hedgerows and orchards across Lincolnshire, often with funding and advice available.
How Active Forestry Helps Landowners in Lincolnshire
Whether you own farmland, an estate or a parcel of woodland in Lincolnshire, Active Forestry can support you with forestry projects at every stage. Our services are grounded in practical experience and local understanding, and we tailor each project to local conditions, regulatory requirements and long-term objectives.
Woodland Creation & Tree Planting Guidance
With low existing woodland cover across the county, creating new woodland delivers significant ecological and financial value.
We help Lincolnshire landowners:
Develop site-specific planting proposals that fit local soils, landscape and biodiversity goals.
Identify and secure grant funding, including government and local partnerships, to reduce initial costs.
Plan species selection and layout, ensuring trees are suited to the site and resilient to future conditions.
New planting contributes to countywide targets and compliment schemes such as LincWoods, which work with landowners to establish woodlands and hedgerows that improve habitat networks and landscape character.
Woodland Management & Long-Term Planning
Effective woodland management is essential for habitat health and commercial value. Our team supports woodland owners throughout Lincolnshire with:
Woodland management plans: strategic plans that set out objectives, operations and a long-term vision.
Tree health and resilience work: including responses to pests or disease and planning for climate change.
Ecological assessments: to support biodiversity goals and regulatory compliance.
Biodiversity enhancement: balancing commercial objectives with wildlife habitat improvements.
Whether you’re managing an existing wood, establishing a wildlife-friendly mixed woodland or rejuvenating neglected woodland, good planning helps maximise both ecological and economic returns.
Forestry in Lincolnshire: Local Landscape & Opportunities
Lincolnshire’s woodland landscape includes both traditional plantations and emerging tree-planting efforts. The county is currently seeing significant investment in new woodlands; including projects by Forestry England at locations such as Hagworthingham and Mickleholme, which will deliver hundreds of hectares of new woods planted and managed for wildlife, recreation and sustainable timber.
These developments reflect wider ambitions to grow tree cover, strengthen habitats and connect woodlands across the county. Working with an expert forestry consultant helps landowners align their goals with these regional priorities, ensuring projects contribute positively to the local landscape while meeting environmental standards.