Following the success of last year’s planting in the Darnall Ward, Sheffield City Council’s Community Forestry Team will now extend the project to Southey, Longley, and Parson Cross, focusing on Council-managed parks and housing land.
The goal is to ensure that all communities across Sheffield benefit equally from the environmental, health, and social advantages that trees provide.
Although Sheffield is one of Europe’s greenest cities – boasting more trees than people – some neighbourhoods have significantly less tree canopy coverage than others. The tree equity project aims to address this imbalance by planting new trees in areas identified through the Woodland Trust’s Tree Equity Score map.
Sheffield is blessed with an abundance of parks, woodlands and countryside, but we cannot rest on our laurels. It’s important that we continue to plant trees in appropriate places so future generations can reap the many benefits trees, nature and other greenery can provide.
With the help of the community, we can also achieve more with the resources available, which is why we encourage members of the local community to come and join in on one of our tree planting events – meet our brilliant Community Forestry Team and help us maintain Sheffield’s green legacy.
Councillor Kurtis Crossthorn, Chair of the Communities, Parks, and Leisure Committee at Sheffield City Council
The new planting will take place during the upcoming tree planting season, running from November 2025 to April 2026. The Council will deliver planting sessions with schools, the public, and corporate volunteers, continuing its commitment to community engagement and environmental stewardship.
Last year’s efforts saw more than 350 trees and around 130 metres of hedgerow planted in Darnall Community Park, Tinsley Recreation Ground, and other local green spaces, with strong support from residents and community groups.
To find out more about how you can get involved check the Council’s Have Your Say Page or Eventbrite for the latest events.