Tree Preservation
We protect important trees through tree preservation orders, which makes it an offence to cut down, top, lop, uproot or wilfully damage or destroy a tree without the Lake District National Park Authority's permission.
A tree preservation order covers anything from a single tree to woodlands. Contact us to find out if a tree is protected by a tree preservation order.
How do I find out if a tree is protected?
A tree preservation order covers anything from a single tree to woodlands. Contact us to find out if a tree is protected by:
- Using our online Tree Preservation Search
- Calling us on 01539 724555
- Emailing with the following information: the nearest address, for example 14 High Street, Town, and species of tree, for example oak, to trees.woodland@lake-district.gov.uk
Trees in Conservation Areas
Please take a look at our Trees in Conservation Areas page.
How do I apply to undertake work on a protected tree?
Our Tree Work Application page explains the process, which can be done online or by post.
Ordering a Tree Preservation Order
Please send a cheque for £10 made payable to The Lake District National Park Authority to:
Lake District National Park Authority
Murley Moss
Oxenholme Road
Kendal
Cumbria
LA9 7RL
Please include details of the tree preservation order number, title or address for the order you require.
View Tree Work Applications
Applications made after 1 December 2005 can be viewed online through our Planning Application Search Tool.
Search by:
- Planning Reference - enter the reference number for example T/2006/0001
- Location such as Windermere
- or Description such as tree or woodland
