Woodland Trust MOREhedges Hedge Planting Scheme

Plant 100 metres or more of new hedge that links woodland, with saplings, tree protection and funding from the Woodland Trust.

• At least 100 metres of new hedging in a single run
• Allow a large tree to grow every six metres
• Must connect with at least 0.2 ha of existing or newly planted woodland (0.1 ha in Scotland), or link woodlands less than 500 m away through existing hedgerows
• Not for gapping up or replanting existing hedgerows, or hedges around buildings

1. 1Apply online through the MOREhedges page
2. 2Agree the planting and costs with a Woodland Trust advisor
3. 3Plant during the November to March season

• https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/plant-trees/trees-for-landowners-and-farmers/morehedges/ (official page)
• https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/plant-trees/large-scale-planting/

Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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