West Oxfordshire District Council's community orchard scheme blossoms into 2026

WODC has been granted an extension of the Coronation Community Orchard Scheme to commemorate the coronation of King Charles III. The project will now be running to the end of March 2026.

The aim of the funding is to enable more trees to be planted in non-woodland locations and close to where people live, providing a visible and lasting tribute to the coronation within local communities. For the 2025/26 planting season, planting must be completed between September 2025 and March 2026.

Online applications should be made by via the WODC website. 

Here is what one of our grant recipients said about the orchard scheme:

"I am pleased to report that we had a very successful planting day last Saturday 22nd February in Breach Wood. We planted 13 fruit trees, some in the clearing, and some to replace dead ash trees in the area cleared by JAG Timber.

We fortunately had a dry sunny morning and the event was attended by over 20 people - adults and children - from the local community." - David Musson (Hailey Community Woodland).

More Articles

Let’s quit smoking together this Stoptober

September 25, 2025
Stoptober is back, and we’re calling on England’s smokers to join millions of others who have quit successfully with the campaign.

Keep warm this winter

September 25, 2025
No one needs to be cold this winter, next winter or any winter. If you know someone who might be, refer them to Better Housing Better Health.

NHS Health Checks

September 25, 2025
Getting an NHS Health Check is a great way to stay on top of your health. It's a simple process that can give you peace of mind and help you to stay healthy.

Support for those 16+ with no plans

September 25, 2025
All young people need to stay in learning or training until age 18. This could be at school, college, or work with training like an apprenticeship.

Oxfordshire's roads and transport survey

September 25, 2025
Oxfordshire is taking part in a nationwide survey on public satisfaction with transport and road services.

BetterPoints Oxfordshire

September 25, 2025
The BetterPoints Oxfordshire app is a great way to earn rewards for doing things that are good for you and the planet.

Cost of living survey

September 24, 2025
Help Oxfordshire County Council shape how they provide access to services to support with rising living costs.

Oxfordshire County Council is on WhatsApp

September 24, 2025
Oxfordshire County Council has just launched three new WhatsApp channels.

Access to Witney Update

September 23, 2025
From 22 September until the end of November, there will be some adjustments to the current traffic management arrangements on the B4022.

Your wedding, your way

September 23, 2025
Oxfordshire County Council offers more than meets the eye with intimate register office ceremonies and bespoke celebrations at licensed venues across Oxfordshire.
Show More