The Great British Hedgerow Survey

In 2013, when the dormouse reintroduction protocol was revised, a national hedge survey methodology available. This enabled individual quality to be assessed and from that, it possible quantify of landscape links between sites. There an opportunity build on this so that could used more widely have useful outcomes. The People's Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) acquired existing data (DEFRA) started develop would compatible with it, simple use, provide report state hedgerow give management advice how maintain in good condition. As part development, posters were designed. One these asks: ‘What hedgerows ever done us’, demonstrate benefit landscape. other shows ‘The cycle’ highlight dynamic nature are two different surveys available, each slightly focus Healthy Hedgerows is rapid designed landowners want create plan. Great British Hedgerow Survey generates detailed feedback health offers advice. It particularly suited volunteer groups. talk will discuss development their protection UK future.