Hedges are one of the simplest, easiest and most cost effective ways of making a big difference to our most threatened species. Not only do they provide a fantastic habitat for lots of different species, they also sequester CO2 very effectively per square metre of land.
We have several miles of hedge to plant at Northcroft Meadows Nature Reserve and are looking for sponsors to fund it. We do not just put little bare roots in the ground and leave them, we plant and maintain our hedges to the best possible standard, ensuring maximum growth and return on investment. We also enhance through companion planting and small features to create the best possible habitat to support biodiversity. We will send you reports on your hedges progress and you can always come and visit your hedge at the nature reserve.
We have created a standard unit of plants and materials for 25m of hedge that will cost £1000 and sequester approximately 4 tonnes of CO2 per year once fully grown. You can simply choose the number of units you wish to sponsor and then we will then pool the investments to benefit from the economies of scale of placing large orders. Planting happens from November to February and we are planning our 2025 season now. Please get in touch if you would like to sponsor a hedge for your organisation by emailing hello@newt.earth
You may also wish to have your staff come down and help plant your hedge, which is a really fun activity for volunteer release day schemes. We can provide food, all equipment and training. We always have great fun on these days and it is very rewarding to see your completed hedge at the end of the day. We can be flexible in offering whole or half days to suit your needs.
Community Groups and individuals can also get involved as we run hedge laying courses to empower local community groups to take on their own projects, and can offer help and advice on community led projects in the local area. If you have a hedge near you and a few friends interested in creating a great wildlife habitat in your community we can offer help and advice on your project. We are always grateful for anyone who wants to volunteer at Northcroft Meadows Nature Reserve to help out with projects like these too. Please get in touch by emailing hello@newt.earth