Cork City Council to give 5,000 Native Trees Away for free as part of National Tree Week 2026.

05/03/2026

Following on from the successful tree giveaways held in 2024 and 2025, Cork City Council will again distribute 5,000 free native trees this year as part of National Tree Week.

This year, species such as hawthorn, holly, rowan, birch, alder, pine, and hazel will be distributed by Council staff at three city locations: 

Monday 9 March 

Tramore Valley Park  11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (2,000 trees)

Glen River Park (car park adjacent to old Keating’s Furniture building on Ballyhooly Road) 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (2,000 trees)

Wednesday 11 March 

Glanmire Roads Depot (Eircode T45 CF65 – left turn 100m past Kearney’s Cross) from 10.30 a.m. until 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. (1,000 trees sponsored by the Office of Public Works.)

In partnership with Coillte and the Tree Council of Ireland, 5,500 native trees were distributed for free over the last two National Tree Week giveaways.

The City Council owns and manages about 17% of the city's total tree canopy.

Since 2021, Cork City Council has planted 20,000 trees across the city.

Commenting on the giveaway, Tree Officer with Cork City Council, Thomas Kane, said: “The enthusiasm over the past two years has been fantastic, and we’re excited to build on that momentum this National Tree Week. Each native tree planted is a meaningful investment in Cork’s future, supporting biodiversity and healthier green spaces. We encourage everyone to come along, pick up a tree, and help create a greener Cork.”

Taking place from Sunday March 8 to Sunday March 15 2026, National Tree Week is an annual event organised by the Tree Council of Ireland in partnership with Coillte. It is the largest tree celebration in the country, providing a unique opportunity for people to come together and celebrate the beauty and importance of Ireland's trees.

To learn more about National Tree Week, visit: https://www.nationaltreeweek.ie/