The Native Woodland Trust has acquired what we hope will be the first of many sites in order to create new woodland.

This 7-acre site in County Leitrim is located in an undeveloped and peaceful part of the countryside, on the Longford-Leitrim border. The surrounding area abounds with wildlife, especially birds, with lakes, bogs and natural grasslands nearby.

Over the next several years, the site will be completely planted with a range of native trees, planted in such a way as to replicate a natural woodland.

Trees of no commercial value, which are not being planted as part of new woodlands in Ireland – such as Elm and Black Poplar – will be included.

No trees will ever be harvested in this woodland and no hunting will ever be permitted.

During subsequent years after the initial planting, as the woodland canopy develops, the woodland will again be planted – this time with native woodland flowers such and Bluebells and Purple Orchids.

The woodland will then be allowed to regenerate naturally and provide a safe haven for wildlife and people alike - in perpetuity.

The Trust has been set up in such a way that even if it is dissolved, the woodlands must be transferred to the care of another similar organisation – so the continuity of your gesture is made certain.

If you would like to know more about this scheme or have any specific questions, please click here to see how to dedicate a tree or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

For a location map of Farnaght Wood, please click here