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Hay meadow survey

County Wildlife Site at Kilnmire in Ravenstonedale, Cumbria – © Kath Jolly

Recent years have seen a decline in traditional hay meadows by over 90% in the U.K. This decline has occurred due to changes in meadow management with … [Read more...]

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Humber Avocet colony expands

Avocet - Pic RSPB

A failing breeding avocet colony on the Humber has enjoyed a dramatic reversal in fortunes with its most successful season ever, thanks to a major restoration … [Read more...]

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Skyline used at Whinlatter Forest

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A brand new arrival is giving foresters a very big lift on the Forestry Commission estate at Whinlatter Forest in north Cumbria. It's a Skyline … [Read more...]

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Have your say on England’s publicly owned forests

A family walking through the woods at Whinlatter near Keswick

People in Cumbria who live close to, work with, or enjoy the region’s woods and forests are being given the chance to have their say about the role that … [Read more...]

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Humber Island restored for birds

Avocet with chick on nest. Chris Gomersall (rspb-images.com)

With the help of special machinery – and a grant of nearly £50,000 – avocets have been given the best possible chance to breed again in one of their … [Read more...]

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Extra Money for New Woodlands in Exmoor

Ancient Woodland at Tarr Steps/ENPA

The creation of new native woodland in and around Exmoor National Park has received a further boost with the news that the Forestry Commission has increased … [Read more...]

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