Hendred Estate is receiving Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) funding from local development at Harwell Campus, facilitated by TOE.
Sapling at Hendred Estate
This BNG project is underway and tree planting has begun.
1.2ha of woodland will be created along with 4 ha of species rich chalk grassland and enhancement of 1 ha neutral grassland.
In addition to providing the biodiversity enhancement, the estate will be getting a decent financial return on an area of land that currently provides little or no income. Having a biodiversity hotspot on this location will also provide habitat for many beneficial invertebrates that will help manage pest species. The woodland will provide a wind break and will improve the soil, providing structure to retain the water on this free draining site.