Farm to become 'beacon of hope' nature reserve
Avon Wildlife Trust says it will transform the 44-acre farm into a haven for birds, bats and newts.
A former dairy farm near Wick St Lawrence, North Somerset, is set to become a wetlands and nature reserve, according to a wildlife charity. Ebdon Farm, a 44-acre property, has been acquired by the Avon Wildlife Trust following a £5 million grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Trust representative Shelly Easton emphasized the need for decisive action to demonstrate hope for a nature-positive future for wildlife, farming, and people.
The rewilding project will commence in the autumn, focusing on creating new wetland areas to support various species, including bats, newts, kingfishers, and wading birds. With the support of the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, the trust had just two years to secure the necessary funds to purchase the farm. Once complete, Ebdon Farm Nature Reserve will serve as a beacon of hope for nature recovery and climate adaptation, providing numerous benefits to both local wildlife and people while allowing the exploration of climate impacts in the area.
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