Penarth Tree Forum, part of the Civic Society, is committed to promoting and maintaining the urban tree canopy in this town.

The emphasis of the group this spring is on the planting of urban garden trees.

500 young tree seedlings will be given away on a first-come-first-served basis.

There will be four types, Birch, Rowan, Bird Cherry and Wild Cherry, all of which are suitable to be planted in front or back gardens. 

The trees are being funded through the Woodland Trust Urban Programme and the event will take place on Saturday 29th February from 9.30 to 11.30 (or when all the trees have gone) outside the St Fagan's Public House.

The Penarth Tree Forum is being assisted in this project by Russell Horsey, of Woodland Dwellings.co.uk, Member of the Institute of Chartered Foresters, who will be present on the day to give planting advice.

Russell Horsey will also be speaking about the importance of Urban Trees at an Open Meeting of the Tree Forum to be held on Thursday 27th February at 7 pm in St Augustine's Church Hall, Albert Road.

There will be an update on other local projects and an opportunity for those attending to discuss how they can contribute to the future well-being of the tree canopy in the town.