Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 14 minutes ago

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In this episode of the Bristol Distinguished Address Series we discuss how Trees are transformational, and our region has a bold mission ahead: to create England’s new national forest. But can it be done, and what will the benefits be for communities, wildlife, and businesses?
Chaired by Darren Reynolds (UWE), this session will feature John Everitt (Chief Executive, National Forest Company) who will share the national strategy for transforming landscapes. He will be joined by Jamie Audsley (CEO, Western Forest) and Leah McNally (CEO, Avon Wildlife Trust), to discuss plans for Bristol and explore how everyone can get involved.

Watch more from the Bristol Distinguished Address Series: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrOzUDjo8U6JTeJ02D-Bo_EtA47W6vG-T
Listen to the Bristol Distinguished Address Series podcast: soundcloud.com/uwebristol/sets/bristol-distinguished-address
Learn more about the Bristol Distinguished Address Series: uwe.ac.uk/events/bristol-distinguished-address-series
Useful links:
bnhc.org.uk/festival-of-nature