More Trees BANES is a grassroots charity helping communities across Bath and North East Somerset—and increasingly, nearby areas—grow their own trees from locally collected seed, supporting both biodiversity and climate resilience.

Rather than importing trees, which can increase the risk of pests and diseases, they grow their own. The innovative “hub and spoke” model allows the propagation of trees at a central nursery and they distribute young seedlings to a growing network of over 17 community tree nurseries, including school-based nurseries and partnerships with local organisations.

Everything  is powered by people. Over 300 volunteers contribute their time each year — gathering seed in local woodlands, nurturing saplings in nurseries, and planting them out into the community. Volunteers range from school pupils and Duke of Edinburgh Award students to community groups, businesses, and individuals who simply want to give something back.

More Trees work flexibly with each  nursery site to suit local needs, whether it’s an urban allotment or a school garden, and  training and support is offered to build confidence and community.

In the last year alone ( 2024/25 ), they’ve planted over 5,000 trees across Bath and surrounding areas. Sites have included The Oval and Stirtingale Road in Bath, and a new woodland in Almondsbury, developed with Forest of Avon and Ecosurety.

Importantly, some trees are planted by the same people who nurtured them—volunteers from MIND’s Greenlinks project grew and then helped plant trees at The Oval, with clear positive effects on wellbeing, confidence, and connection.

Education is a key part of their mission. The school nursery programme now runs regular sessions with over 200 pupils involved each term. Young people learn how to care for trees from seed to planting, while developing practical skills and environmental awareness. This hands-on learning is delivered free to participating schools.

More Trees are excited to be developing  their own central nursery and training hub on a long-term lease in Twerton, Bath, thanks to support from CURO, the Forestry Commission, and BANES Council. This new facility will provide space for seed processing, training, events, and community engagement, cementing our vision for sustainable, local tree production.

Restore Our Planet are pleased to be supporting this exciting project.