3.1 Tree planting, seed collection and tree Nursery work
Woodland is integral to the many special qualities which help define the character of the National Park. Our tree nursery in Exford is an important part of efforts to increase tree cover on the moor, supporting our ambitions for nature recovery and helping woodlands and landscapes become resilient to climate change and diseases.
On site at the tree nursery we have a covered and secure work area, with saplings growing in pots and in cultivation beds and ambitions to work towards a throughput of 10,000 trees per year.
As these plants mature they will allow us to increase production of infrequent, declining, rare and Exmoor endemics, with trees supplying ENPA’s own and other local community woodlands.
Volunteers are a vital part of the support team for the nursery, working along staff from our Woodlands Team. We have a range of volunteer opportunities for people to learn more about trees, assist with seed collection & propagation, help with day-to-day activities at the nursery and with aftercare of newly planted trees in our local woods.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tree Nursery Activity Days | 1 | 11/6/2026 | 11/6/2026 | |
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