Planting Seeds for the Future with 60 Trees for our 60th Anniversary

As many of you will already be aware, we are currently celebrating our 60th anniversary... and we're marking this special milestone in a number of different ways.

One particularly meaningful initiative that we're proud to share details of is the dedication of 60 trees at the Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust's Wild Share with Mearbeck woodland creation scheme (you may have seen an article about this in the latest edition of Aspire magazine).

Located near Settle, this wider woodland project is helping to transform the local landscape, with a mix of native broadleaf and other tree species being planted to create new habitats and support biodiversity. The native trees include oak, birch, cherry, hawthorn, hazel and rowan, providing valuable habitats for a variety of birds, insects and other wildlife. Once established, the woodland will also help to slow the flow of water, reduce flood risk and improve water quality.

Dedicating 60 trees feels like a fitting way to celebrate six decades of being part of the local business community, while making a positive contribution to the environment for years to come.

Mike Appleton, Senior Woodlands Officer at Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust, said:

“We’re delighted to be able to help an established business that’s really rooted in the local community celebrate such an important milestone. By the time they celebrate their centenary, these 60 native broadleaf trees will have matured into a beautiful little copse within the wider Wild Share woodland creation scheme.”

The sentiment captures the thinking behind the initiative perfectly. Just as we have grown and evolved over the past 60 years, these trees will gradually put down roots and flourish, creating something that future generations can enjoy.

Keep an eye on our blog for other ways we're celebrating 60 years in business!