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Hedgerows are the vital stitching in the patchwork of our countryside.They provide homes and corridors for wildlife and help tackle the climate crisis by capturing carbon. We want to plant 1000 metres of hedgerow in Bedfordshire to contribute towards net zero and engage communities in nature.
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Situation
Reduction in the UKs hedgerow network - since 1945, the UK’s hedgerow network has shrunk by about 50%,and they are still under threat. This is because of direct removal of hedgerows, resulting from perverse policy recommendations and subsidies, as well as through under management, neglect and the effects of development. In addition, dominant hedge management practices seek to minimise workload and costs, often at the expense of hedgerows’ value to wildlife and to wider society.
Solution
We aim to work with local communities to plant or restore at least 1000 metres of hedgerow in Bedfordshire and to develop "Hedgerow Champions" who will continue to raise awareness of the importance of hedgerows now and in the future. We will also provide training to develop skills in hedgerow planting and management and opportunities for families to engage in hedgerow related activities.
