National Tree Week 2025 Returns with Activities Meath

National Tree Week 2025 is officially up and running and will see a week-long programme of exciting events to Meath.

Led by the National Tree Council of Ireland and proudly supported by Coillte, this annual celebration highlights the vital role of Ireland’s trees, forests, and woodlands in creating a greener, more sustainable future. Running until Sunday, 16th March, the week offers a fantastic opportunity for communities to connect with nature and learn more about the importance of trees.

Planting Trees, Growing Together is the theme of this year’s National Tree Week, encouraging people of all ages to learn more about the importance of trees and forests.

Event Programme Highlights in Meath include a talk on trees at Sonairte, Laytown. A series of talks will be held by a local tree expert on the importance of Irish trees and tree planting initiatives.

A ceremonial tree planting event in Hungry Hall Park, Collon will also take place in remembrance of community members who have passed away since the 2024 tree planting.

Michael Healy-Rae T.D., Minister of State for Forestry, Farm Safety and Horticulture said, "I want to commend Coillte and the Tree Council of Ireland on this initiative.  Planting trees and spending time in forests is so very beneficial for our health and well-being and fosters community spirit. I will shortly launch the Neighbourwood Scheme which also supports and enhances the amenity value of local woodlands" 

Cormac Downey, President of the Tree Council of Ireland said, National Tree Week is all about celebrating the benefits that trees and forests deliver for us. This year’s theme, “Planting Trees, Growing Together” is especially important, inviting communities across the nation to come together to appreciate the beauty and crucial importance of Ireland’s trees. There will be events happening right across the country during National Tree Week this year, so be sure not to miss out!”

Imelda Hurley, CEO, Coillte, said, "Since first partnering with this initiative, Coillte has donated nearly one million trees to National Tree Week for planting in communities all over Ireland. As part of our ongoing support, this year, we have donated 150,000 saplings to the National Tree Council to be planted in communities across the country.  National Tree Week is about encouraging everyone to appreciate the beauty of trees and forests and their many benefits for society including for climate, nature, wood and people. Over many years, Coillte has supported National Tree Week’s objective to educate and promote the importance of trees to the public and we are proud to continue that work this year.”

Community groups planning events in their local area can register their event with the Tree Council at www.treecouncil.ie.