Welcome to Silvestor: Welcome to Silvestor

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About Silvestor

Silvestor is a hub for foresters and arboriculturists to connect, collaborate, and stay informed about what’s happening across the sector. It’s not just a learning platform – it’s a space where professionals can:

Discover the latest news and developments in forestry and arboriculture.
Explore upcoming events and opportunities to network.
Participate in practical training sessions and workshops.
Access links to key forestry initiatives and organisations for deeper insights.

At the heart of Silvestor is collaboration. The platform is guided by a steering group of leading organisations committed to advancing the sector, including:

Institute of Chartered Foresters, Royal Forestry Society, Woodland Trust, BSW Group, and Cumbria Woodlands.

We’re currently in a pilot phase, and your input matters. By participating and sharing feedback, you can help co-design what this platform will look like, ensuring it becomes the most beneficial resource for the forestry and arboriculture community.

Together, we aim to create a connected community that supports knowledge sharing, professional growth, and sustainable forestry practices.

Open to everyone

Silvestor is open to all. Registration is free, and you can enjoy free content, however, some courses are chargeable.

Open to everyone

Home of the UKFS Course

Silvestor is home to the UKFS Online course. Learn about all 9 chapters of the latest UKFS 5th edition. Over 10 hours of high-quality CPD training.

Earn digital badges

Earn digital badges and download a printable certificates to build up your CPD Portfolio as you complete courses.

Expanding course library

Over time, we will be expanding our course library and partnering with other forestry organisations to bring you more great content.

Expanding Course Library