Thanks to a grant from National Grid's Landscape Enhancement Initiative, the Forest of Bowland National Landscape Partnership is working with landowners and farmers to filter views of the high voltage electricity pylons along the north-western boundary of the AONB in the Quernmore and Ellel areas.
Projects include small-scale woodland planting, "tree cages" and the repair of traditional dry stone walls.
Forest of Bowland AONB Project Officer, Sandra Silk, said, "Woodland planting areas don't have to be large. In fact, we're looking for small-scale sites, such as field corners, cloughs and small copses, which will suit the landscape and existing field patterns. "
And if you don't have room to plant a multiple trees, why not consider several tree cages instead? These are small groups of four or five trees protected by timber fencing, which offer an effective way of introducing height into the landscape.
Funding can also contribute to the repair of dry stone walls; a traditional form of field boundary in Bowland, particularly in the more upland areas.
The programme is being supported by UK conservation charity, the Woodland Trust, who, along with the tree cages, are providing fully funded woodland saplings and plant protection.
As well as offering tree stock and protection, the funding can also support the cost of planting and stock proof fencing.
All projects need to meet certain criteria and must be completed before the end of March 2025.
A farmer in Ellel, who carried out woodland and hedge planting as part of the initiative, said, “The scheme has proved to be a great success for us. This is our second round of work and we are really happy with the entire process."
The area covered by the funding stretches from the Crook o' Lune, via Quernmore, to the area north of Ortner and Ellel Crag quarry.
Anyone interested in finding out more can contact Sandra by emailing sandra.silk@lancashire.gov.uk or by calling her on 07973 923142.