Restoring 45,000 Miles of Hedges to Boost Biodiversity
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📰 The quick summary: A nationwide movement to restore England’s ancient hedgerows is gaining momentum, bringing vital wildlife habitats and nature corridors back to the countryside.
📈 One key stat: England has enough hedges to wrap around the world almost 10 times, making them the country’s largest nature reserve.
💬 One key quote: “Ancient hedges have ancient things“
1️⃣ The big picture: Volunteers and community groups across England are rallying together to restore and plant new hedgerows, reviving a vital part of the country’s natural heritage. These living boundaries, many of which are centuries old, serve as crucial wildlife corridors and habitats for over 500 plant species, 60 bird species, and nearly all native small mammals. Recent laser scanning shows England’s hedge network is vast enough to circle the globe ten times. While many hedges were lost in the post-war period, there’s now growing recognition of their importance for biodiversity and carbon capture, leading to ambitious restoration goals.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: The restoration of hedgerows creates extensive wildlife corridors that connect fragmented habitats across England’s agricultural landscape. These living boundaries provide essential shelter, nesting sites, and food sources for countless species throughout the year. Projects to plant and restore hedges are bringing communities together while preserving traditional skills like hedge laying. The government’s commitment to create or restore 45,000 miles of hedgerow by 2050 signals strong support for these vital ecosystems and their role in fighting climate change.
3️⃣ What’s next: Community groups and farmers continue to work together to plant new hedges and restore existing ones. Training programs aim to preserve traditional hedge-laying skills that are crucial for maintaining these habitats. The focus is now on improving the condition of existing hedges, as only about half are currently well-maintained. Additional funding and support will help expand these efforts across the country.
Read the full story here: The Guardian – Like the Ritz for wildlife: the joy of recreating England’s ancient hedges
