Soil Carbon Survey Site: Swadlincote Client: Mountpark Developments Ltd Departments Involved: Soils, Forestry, Ecology Overview Mountpark Developments Ltd aimed to convert an arable site in Derbyshire into a species-rich diverse habitat as well as increasing carbon sequestration. Nicholsons departments for soil, forestry and ecology were all involved in the project. This case Read more »

Woodland Creation - Swadlincote Site: Swadlincote, Derbyshire Client: Mountpark Developments Ltd Departments Involved: Forestry Overview Mountparks’ visionary project transformed 23ha of arable land into a multi-purpose woodland, aligning with government environmental policies. The goals encompassed carbon sequestration, biodiversity enhancement and community well-being. Despite challenges, thorough planning ensured less than 7% failure of Read more »

Using Environmental Net Gain For Sustainable Development Plans Site: Old Park Farm, Toddington Client: IM Properties Development Ltd Departments Involved: Ecology, Landscape Architecture and Forestry Overview The Nicholsons ecology, green infrastructure, forestry and arboriculture teams collaborated with a development in Toddington to meet the demand for logistic space and job prospects to the community whilst prioritising environmental Read more »

Woodland Creation On Derelict Land Site: Hartcliff Rocks Quarry, Bristol Client: Wanderlands Departments Involved: Forestry, Soils Overview Hartcliff Rocks Quarry is a 7ha pasture site which previously was a quarry filled with inert materials. Comprehensive soil testing identified that the site was suitable for tree planting. The soil was prepared through subsoiling and Read more »

Woodland Creation - Avon Wood Site: Avon Wood, Warwick Client: David Harding Departments Involved: Forestry Overview David Harding’s vision for a 10.6-hectare woodland in Warwickshire, aligned with the HS2 Woodland Fund, occurred through collaboration with Nicholsons and the approval of the Forestry Commission. The project successfully planted 18,100 trees, creating Avon Wood. Highlights The HS2 grant application was approved by Read more »

St. Peter's Wood Site: Land at Hartshorne, Swadlincote Client: Mountpark Developments Ltd Departments Involved: Ecology, Forestry, Arboriculture and Soils Overview Nicholsons provided ecological, forestry and soil support to the creation of a new multifunctional woodland in Hartshorne, Swadlincote. Our teams transformed arable farmland into a public access woodland that captures carbon, enhances biodiversity and supports visitor Read more »

Combining Leisure With Nature Through Biodiverse Holiday Parks Site: Rockingham Forest Park Client: Rockingham Forest Park Ltd Departments Involved: Ecology, Landscape Architecture, Forestry Overview The proposed development near the former RAF Kings Cliffe site aimed to transform seemingly ecologically low-value grazing land into a luxurious holiday park integrated with nature. Situated between ancient Read more »

Babworth and Hesley Estate – working in operational partnership The privately owned Babworth and Hesley estate in Nottinghamshire dates back to the 18th century.  Nicholsons has provided forestry and woodland management support to Sir Jack Whitaker and his small in-house forestry team and external contractors on a 535ha (1, 321 acre) estate since 2001. Since first instructed, we have Read more »

Wellingborough Golf Club – strategy for woodland management Our team was instructed by Wellingborough Golf Club to devise a strategy for the conservation of their impressive 160-acre parkland. The objective was to create a sustainable, long-term plan for managing ash dieback and safeguarding the overall treescape for future generations to enjoy. The park is covered by several designations and Read more »