Rothbury, Northumberland

Whitton Wood

Whitton Wood

Connecting two fragmented ancient Oakwoods, this woodland will provide habitat for rare birds whilst preserving historically significant monuments. It is an excellent option for individuals and organisations that don’t need to purchase carbon credits to support their sustainability strategy but still want to play a role in nature’s comeback.

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Project highlights

About the woodland

This woodland extends the wildlife corridor upstream and alleviates flooding in the River Coquet. Native trees and shrubs have been planted naturally along the streams to reflect the historical landscape. The site holds cultural significance, with ancient holloways and Neolithic cup and ring marks on standing stones in the vicinity.

Curlews, lapwings, woodcock, and snipe have bred here for over 60 years; curlews and lapwings are red-listed. Nearby soils support wax cap fungi, signalling well-managed, undisturbed land.

Supported by EWCO and sponsors, the new planting preserves heritage while protecting young trees with fencing and guards.

Project stats

  • Trees planted: 5,975 trees planted 
  • Planted: Winter 2024 

Additional Benefits

Aerial view of woodland creation project improving water quality, showcasing natural vegetation and a meandering stream in a restoring landscape.

Improved water quality

Trees can intercept runoff from other land uses that could be potentially harmful to the river system such as fertilisers, pesticides, herbicides, animal waste and silt.
Close-up of pink flowers, creating habitat for biodiversity.

Biodiversity uplift

These projects will increase the amount, and variety, of flora and fauna species in the area.
Peatland restoration project showcasing healthy wetlands, vital for flood mitigation, biodiversity enhancement, and carbon sequestration.

Flood mitigation

By intercepting, slowing, and/or absorbing surface and groundwater, trees help to prevent soil erosion. Healthy peat is believed to have greater soil water storage capacity, slowing the release of stored water.

Habitat corridors and linkage

This project links habitats previously separated by productive land or land less hospitable to wildlife.
A small white butterfly rests on green leaves among other greenery and small white flowers, showcasing its delicate presence in its natural habitat.

Habitat conservation

This project supports the habitat of important species native to the areas.
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Project details

Technology, mechanism and certifications

This woodland is quality assured by Forest Carbon. 

Reduction type

Removal

Project duration

This woodland’s sponsorship period is 20 years.

SDGs

Sustainable Development Goal 15, Life on Land, icon Sustainable Development Goal 13, Climate Action, icon

FAQs

How do you ensure your sponsorship projects deliver on their impact objectives?

Quality assurance is crucial to avoid greenwashing and misuse of nature funding. With 55 years of combined experience, we've created guidelines to ensure projects achieve their impact goals:

Site visits to assess woodland health and stocking

We visit these woodlands during the establishment years to ensure proper management and tree planting. If development is unsatisfactory, we will work with the land manager to correct it.

Collaboration with trusted partners

We create high-integrity woodlands by collaborating with dedicated farmers, tenants, land managers, and foresters who have a proven track record of success.

Incentivisation through staggered payments

We incentivise effective woodland management by staggering payments, with the initial payment after planting and a second payment after a successful year-5 site visit, based on sponsorship sales.

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