Tree Wardens

West Sussex was one of the first county councils to set up a Tree Warden Network following the national launch of the scheme in 1990 by the Tree Council. Tree Wardens were established in West Sussex in April 1991 and there are now over 180 wardens covering almost 100 parishes, boroughs, towns or cities. A map showing the areas in West Sussex which have tree wardens can be viewed under supporting documents below.

Tree wardens are volunteers, people who are passionate about trees, their local environment and local community. Tree wardens are supported by the County Council, and we provide advice and guidance, information and training to all our tree wardens.

Through the scheme they have the opportunity to:

• champion their local trees and woods;
• play an active role in protecting and improving the treescape;
• involve their neighbours in tree projects;
• get together with like-minded people for training and field trips; and
• carry out a range of practical activities.

For further information on the scheme in West Sussex contact the county scheme co-coordinators on: 01243 624119, or follow the links below.

• Becoming a tree warden
  Basic information on the Tree Warden Scheme and how to join.

• Frequently asked questions
  Everything you need to know about the Tree Warden Scheme in West Sussex.

• Parish councils - you and your Tree Warden
  Information for parish councils about getting the best from your Tree Warden.

• Tips for Tree Wardens
  Hints and tips for West Sussex Tree Wardens.

• Tree Council
  Information on the national co-ordinator of the tree warden scheme.

• Tree Warden activities
  Projects and campaigns a tree warden can get involved with

• Where to find out more
  Contact details for the West Sussex Tree Warden Scheme.

Supporting document

• Tree warden coverage map (PDF, 1 page, 156KB)

Share this page (third party services may set cookies)