Charity plants 60,000 trees to benefit environment
More than 60,000 native trees have been planted by volunteers who "worked tirelessly through rain, snow, and the occasional blast of sunshine".
The Ribble Rivers Trust said the three-year-old saplings were now establishing in woodlands across the 100 acre (40 hectare) Ribble catchment area - land that is drained by the River Ribble and its major tributaries - the Hodder, Calder, Darwen and Douglas.
It covers the hills of the Yorkshire Dales and the source of the River Ribble, to major urban areas of Lancashire including Blackburn, Burnley and Preston.
The charity said the tree planting was part of its work on river conservation for "the benefit of people, wildlife and the wider environment".
Tree planting typically takes place between late autumn and spring, a period when trees are dormant and less likely to suffer harm during handling and planting.
The Ribble Rivers Trust said all of the trees were native and responsibly sourced to ensure they are well adapted to local conditions, increasing their chances of survival and long-term growth.
Environmental benefits cited include capturing carbon and providing shade, which helps regulate water temperatures to supports fish populations.
The Trust said trees played a vital role in tackling climate change as woodlands act as carbon sinks, capturing and storing greenhouse gases.
Jonny Walker, senior woodland officer, said: "Woodland planting is a key part of our annual conservation programme and this year has been among our most ambitious to date.
"Each woodland is carefully designed to maximise environmental benefit, enhancing biodiversity, supporting our rivers, and contributing to climate resilience.
"We're extremely grateful to our volunteers and are already preparing for the 2025–2026 planting season, when we hope to achieve even more."
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