MORE trees will be planted to sustain wildlife in west Dorset this weekend.

The Chideock Society has been working with the National Trust since 2012 by replacing old boundary hedges on the east cliff at Seatown.

More than 800 trees have been planted as part of the project so far, all provided by the Woodland Trust as part of their ‘More Trees – More Good’ campaign.

Last year, 42 adults and children planted a mixture of 420 trees, including hawthorn, blackthorn, hazel, rowan and willow – which provide cover and food for birds, inspects and small mammals.

People were lost loved ones in the First World War and Second World War were able to fix commemorative plaques to their trees.

Tree planting co-ordinator and event organiser, Kate Geraghty, said: “This event has proven to be really popular in recent years, and it is something we hope local people will really want to get involved in.

“It is so important that these habitats are replaced and we are expecting lots of people to come along and do their bit.

“We hope other communities can see the difference we can make in Chideock, and want to do something similar in other areas.”

Anyone connected to Chideock or Seatown who would like to join in the planting on Saturday is welcome, but must give their name and contact number beforehand to the Chideock Society on 01297 489052 or 01297 489422.

No horticultural knowledge is needed, but warm clothes, gloves, sturdy shoes and a spade would be useful. Those taking part will meet across the field from the Seatown car park at 10am.

There will be help from The National Trust and others with planting experience. The planting will go ahead whatever the weather so warm waterproofs are also advised.