Woodland creation grant manual 2017: Countryside Stewardship
Use this document to understand the requirements for a 2017 woodland creation grant agreement.
Applies to England
Documents
Details
The woodland creation grant is a standalone capital grant under Countryside Stewardship. Farmers and other land managers could apply for a 2 year works programme to plant and protect young trees. Subject to eligibility, a supporting maintenance grant of £200 per hectare for 10 years may also be available.
The woodland creation grant closed for applications on 1 March 2017.
This manual provides information about the woodland creation grant and agreement conditions.
See the main Countryside Stewardship page for more information about the scheme.
Updates to this page
Published 7 December 2016Last updated 6 March 2017 + show all updates
-
Section 3.1.2 'Funding for Woodland Maintenance (through Higher Tier agreements submission window)' amended.
-
Updated manual with revised terms and conditions.
-
First published.