'A better Blackpool happens when people take pride in community' - Over 7,000 new trees planted across town

Blackpool South MP Chris Webb has lauded local environmental efforts after more than 7,000 new trees, whips and saplings were planted across Blackpool

Praising the efforts of volunteer Tree Wardens and local community groups, the MP took to social media to detail how more than 70 volunteers dedicated around 735 hours across 30 planting sessions between November and February, working alongside Blackpool Council’s Parks Team, Enveco NW Environmental Services, schools, and the Lancashire Treescapes Team.

The planting programme has seen community orchards created, commemorative trees added to parks and new trees introduced across neighbourhoods. Micro woodlands have also been established at locations including Revoe Community Garden, Kingscote Park and Boundary Park.

“A big thank you to our Tree Wardens, Enveco Blackpool, Blackpool Council's Parks Team and Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Cllr Jane Hugo, for championing this work,” wrote Chris Webb MP. “Building a better Blackpool happens when people take pride in their communities and make practical improvements that make our town a nicer place to live.”

Tree planting in Blackpool has increased by 60 per cent over the past two seasons compared with previous years, helping to create greener spaces for residents, support local wildlife and enhance the town’s natural environment for future generations.

Residents interested in becoming a Tree Warden and helping make Blackpool greener can find more information at blackpool.gov.uk/treewardens