We have a number of biodiversity and conservation projects taking place across the Village.
As part of our commitment to supporting biodiversity and improving the natural environment around us, we have employed a head gardener who specialises in sustainable gardening.
Specialist consultants conduct woodland management reports, ecological assessments and wildlife encouragement reports to assess requirements on how to improve biodiversity within the village so we can make positive changes.
The team are currently working on a project to plant wildflower meadows across our Village to encourage the presence of more insects and bees.
We have identified the Reeds Bay area of the village as a hotspot for biodiversity. To support the growth of the ecosystem and wildlife within Reeds Bay, we have planted aquatic plants around Reeds Bay Lake, carefully selecting native species which are the most attractive to local wildlife, and have the longest life span, so the lake flowers for as long as possible to support insects and ecosystems throughout the year.
To ensure we have a healthy habitat for fish, plants and other wildlife, we have installed a solar-powered aeration system to keep the water in Reeds Bay oxygenated. We plan to conduct regular audits of Reeds Bay Lake to report the positive impact on biodiversity by the creation of the lake..
We are home to the education and conservation zoo- Wild Discovery. Wild Discovery work on conservation project and currently have the following projects running:
- The Ugandan Bee Project
- Scottish Wild Cats breeding program
- Partners with the Mabuwaya Foundation to protect Philippine crocodiles to increase the chances of the breeds survival
- Partula snails breeding program
- Red squirrel restoration project
Visit Wild Discovery to learn more!
