TREE CONTACTS

Isle of Wight Council Telephone (01983) 821000 Tree Team for advice on trees, landscape, wildlife and the ecology of trees and woods.

Ventnor Botanic Garden excellent garden and reference library

Island 2000 Trust runs seven projects to protect, enhance and celebrate the Island, including Sunshine Fare (Isle of Wight products, including local crafts and food) and Elm Project, for advice on elms. Telephone 822118.

Local parish or town councils appoint local Tree Wardens.

Wight Wildlife for advice on wildlife.

Wight Squirrel Project a voluntary project - gives advice on red squirrels. Telephone (01983) 857101.

Island Conservation Volunteers voluntary conservation work, including woodland work.

Ancient Tree Forum promotes importance of ancient trees.

Association for Environment Conscious Building (AECB) for advice on sustainable building including timber use.

British Trust for Conservation Volunteers (BTCV) publishes good practical guides on conservation.

Forest Stewardship Council sets standards and check compliance for sustainable woodland products worldwide.

Forestry Commission statutory body for forestry, including Woodland Grant Scheme, felling licences. SE England Conservancy 01420 23337.

Kentish Cobnuts Association group for growers and hazelnut enthusiasts.

Plants for a Future researches and promotes sustainable food and other crops from perennial plants.

Small Woods Association independent woodland owners’ group.

Tree Register keeps register of champion trees and other interesting trees.

Wessex Coppice Group promotes coppice and coppice crafts.

Woodland Trust manages some woods and make new plantations for public access.