South Downs appeal launched to plant 100,000 new trees

By Carly-May Kavanagh
Published 11th May 2021, 11:22 BST
Trees in South Downs Natioal ParkTrees in South Downs Natioal Park
Trees in South Downs Natioal Park
South Downs National Park Trust has launched an appeal so it can plant 100,000 trees.

The Trees for the Downs campaign, launched in November 2019, raised £175,000 in 18 months.

It has now increased the campaign target to £260,000 with the aim to plant some 100,000 trees – tens of thousands more than planned.

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Julie Fawcett, chair of the trust, said: “The response to Trees for the Downs has been overwhelming and far exceeded our expectations.

“I think it shows how much we love our trees.

“I’d like to thank each and every person, community group and business that has donated to this inspiring campaign – every penny counts and every tree planted will make a difference.