The Sheffield Tree Equity Project, aimed at planting trees in areas with historically low density, will expand into 2026 and target new areas within the city.

Southey, Longley, and Parson Cross are all areas which will be targeted by the pioneering scheme, set up by Sheffield City Council in 2024.

Councillor Kurtis Crossthorn, Chair of the Communities, Parks, and Leisure Committee at Sheffield City Council, said: “Sheffield is blessed with an abundance of parks, woodlands and countryside, but we cannot rest on our laurels.

“It’s important that we continue to plant trees in appropriate places so future generations can reap the many benefits trees, nature and other greenery can provide.”

Last year’s planting saw over 350 trees and around 130 metres of hedgerow planted in Darnall Community Park, Tinsley Recreation Ground, and other council owned land.

The project aims to further establish Sheffield’s status as one of the greenest urban landscapes in Europe. There are more trees than people in the Steel City, and over 1/3 of Sheffield is part of the Peak District National Park.

Planting will begin in November 2025 and is expected to continue until April 2026. During this time, Sheffield City Council have announced that they will organise planting sessions with local community groups, businesses and schools.