Grant or payment · England
Environmental Improvement Grant and free land advice (Hertfordshire)
Grants for nature work such as meadow restoration, small tree planting, hedges outside government schemes, and ponds or wetlands, plus a free advisory visit and written advice.
- From
- Hertfordshire County Council, Countryside Management Service
- How much
- Up to £3,000, usually 50% of agreed costs.
- Who can apply
- Private landowners, land managers and community groups in Hertfordshire.
Where it’s available
Land in parts of: Hertfordshire. The finder checks your exact land.
What you’ll need
- Description of the project and site
- Quotes for plants, materials or contractors
How to apply
- Contact the Countryside Management Service first ([email protected], 01992 588433)
- If eligible, you'll be sent an application form
- Finish the work by 31 March of the year of award
The page doesn't say if the grant is open now. Not for work already required by planning or another agreement.
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Checked against the official pages on 29 October 2026. Sources: 1. Always read the official page before you apply.