Within the fields, you can observe archeologically significant ridge and furrow, and the meandering of the river through flood meadows. We’re working to enhance these landscapes and build vital connections between local habitats and the adjacent Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).
We’re excited to be developing a beautiful grassland rich in a diverse array of species, aiming to support a variety of nesting birds, bugs, bees and butterflies. The grass fields are fenced off to allow low-intensity grazing by sheep and cattle, as this management is integral to creating the diverse grasslands we want to achieve. The fields will also be cut for hay in the summer months, when the weather allows, and this traditional management is also a key part of helping to maintain species diversity in these meadows.
Additional areas will be planted up to scrub with some broadleaved trees in the fields and along the river corridor – all designed to give homes to more wildlife and enhance biodiversity.
Public access to this beautiful valley is being maintained around the existing public footpaths and several permissive paths, and access to the river bank has been retained at both ends of the scheme so that dogs can drink and swim.
Further information about the work of Environment Bank with farmers around the country can be found at Biodiversity Net Gain for landowners | Environment Bank | BNG provider.