Tree Warden Scheme

The Council currently has around 40 Tree Wardens actively taking part in the scheme.

What are Tree Wardens?

Tree Wardens are people appointed by their community group, residents association, parish council, or community council to gather information and to encourage practical projects relating to trees in the community.

Why are Tree Wardens needed?

Over many years, woods and hedgerows have been disappearing from our landscape at an alarming rate. The causes have been many and varied: disease, neglect, urban sprawl and, the storms of 1987 and 1990 when 15 million trees were lost in South East England. The millions of trees that have been lost have made everyone realise that action is needed now if future generations are to enjoy and benefit from trees in our towns, cities and countryside.

What can Tree Wardens do?

• Gather information
• Local liason with the community
• Practical Projects
• Help to protect tree

The Tree Warden Scheme aims to pull together enthusiasts with different backgrounds to form and effective network of people concerned about trees.

Contact Environment at North Dorset District Council on (01258) 484212 or email environment@north-dorset.gov.uk  for more information on this service.

Please note: We are currently experiencing a high volume of calls, and would advise that your enquiry may take up to five working days to process. Thank you for your patience.