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Heathland Project

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Surrey Heathland Project

Lowland heath is an internationally rare and unique habitat, and supports a variety of specialised plants and animals. Two hundred years ago heathland covered most of West Surrey. However much of the habitat has been lost due to urban development, forestry and neglect, and now less than a fifth of the original heathland remains.

To redress this loss, the Heathland Project was set up in 1989 to protect and enhance lowland heathland in Surrey. The project works with many partners and landowners to achieve significant positive changes on heaths across the county. Work includes organising practical land management, providing specialist advice, working with local communities and re-introducing grazing to some heathland sites.

For more detail on the work we do and historical facts about heathland, see the Heathland Project - background section or use the links below.



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  • Last updated: 06/09/2009
  • Information owner: Marcus Turley