Funding and resources for communities

Whether you're from a Scout group which wants to green up its grounds, or are a local resident keen to set up a woodland volunteer group, if you're in The Mersey Forest area then we're here to help. If your group is interested in receiving trees, support or advice, get in touch with our Communities Officer at helen.mitchem@merseyforest.org.uk or on 01925 816217.

We help schools to improve their school grounds with new woodlands, orchards and growing areas – meaning happier, healthier kids. We also help teachers get trained up as Forest School leaders to deliver outdoor lessons and get children re-connected with nature. Contact Jo Sayers at jo.sayers@merseyforest.org.uk or on 01925 816217 to find out more about how we can help your school.

We have a range of 'How to' guides available to download from our green skills page, on topics ranging from how to plant a tree to how to create a wildlife-friendly pond. These are designed to be useful for community groups and schools alike. There are further useful school resources available on the TES Primary Resources website.
 

For community group leaders in the Northwest who are interested in exploring how their green spaces can be used to help the local area adapt to climate change, The Mersey Forest and other partners have developed a free set of training materials including activities, games and other resources.