British tree identification

An interactive British tree identification app from the Woodland Trust, the UK’s largest woodland conservation charity. In just a few steps, you can identify native and common non-native trees in the UK, whatever the season.

Use bark, twigs, buds, leaves, flowers and fruits or our A-Z guide full of stunning, clear images to identify the most common British trees.

Discover more about each species with fascinating facts, folklore, history and uses – from medicine to musical instruments.

- Recognise species in spring, summer, autumn or winter, even when there aren’t any leaves on the trees.

- Use the app when you’re out and about – no internet connection needed.

- Family friendly and easy-to-use.

- Packed with detailed images and illustrations for accurate identification.

- Read fascinating tree facts.

- Add identified trees to your favourites.

- Use the map to record trees you’ve found.

- Share your saved trees with friends

- Add your saved trees to the public map

- Use the map to explore thousands of ancient trees nationwide