Grant or payment · Scotland
Biosphere Ayrshire Tree Planting Grant
Small grants for native tree planting: young trees, guards, stakes and fencing, with free help on planting design.
- From
- Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere
- How much
- Up to £1,000.
- Who can apply
- Individuals, businesses (including farms), organisations and community groups, for sites under 0.25 hectares inside the Biosphere in South and East Ayrshire.
What you’ll need
- Site location
- Planting plan and costs
How to apply
- Fill in the short application form on the Biosphere website
- Ask for a site visit if you want help with design
For planting this season (2026-27), apply by mid-February 2027 (no exact day given; checked 30 October 2026). Applications after that are still accepted, but planting may move to next season.
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Checked against the official pages on 29 October 2026. Sources: 1. Always read the official page before you apply.