Trees and Woodland
Introduction to Trees and Woodland
Trees (individuals, groups or woodland) may be protected by either a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) or a Conservation Area and consent is required before any work is undertaken to them. For further information about tree protection click on the links below:
Find out if a tree is protected by a TPO
Find out how to apply for TPO consent
Find out if a tree is in a Conservation Area
Trees and woodland in Pendle can be found on both public and private land. Those on public land could be owned by Pendle Borough Council or Lancashire County Council. Pendle Borough Council also owns a significant total area of woodland in a variety of locations most of which is available for public access. Click here for advice on tree and woodland planting and management.
Contact details
For enquiries or advice about Tree Preservation Orders, trees in Conservation Areas, woodland planting or management please contact the Principal Environment Officer at Nelson Town Hall.
phone: 01282 661729 email: planning@pendle.gov.uk
For enquiries about trees on land such as parks, recreation grounds, housing estates or along the public highway, please contact Parks and Recreation Services at Fleet Street Depot, Nelson.
phone: 01282 661600 email: parks@pendle.co.uk
