Greater Cambridge Chalk Stream Project

Greater Cambridge Chalk Stream Project

Project begins April 2025 The Greater Cambridge Chalk Stream Project (GCCSP) is a focused case study initiative aimed at restoring and protecting some of Cambridgeshire’s most vulnerable chalk streams. These rare, spring-fed rivers support unique ecosystems and...
Wider Wicken Fen Vision

Wider Wicken Fen Vision

Location: Between Cambridge and Wicken, based roughly on the Swaffham Internal Drainage Board district but not limited to it. The Wider Wicken Vision is an ambitious 100-year plan covering 5,300 ha between Wicken Fen and the edge of Cambridge. Our aim is to increase...
Delivery Mechanisms for the LNRS

Delivery Mechanisms for the LNRS

There are various delivery mechanisms that will be part of implementing the completed LNRS. The LNRS will be used to help farmers and landowners: Decide which Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship options are appropriate for their landIdentify...
A Celebration of LNRS

A Celebration of LNRS

Tony Juniper, Chair of Natural England, explains how Local Nature Recovery Strategies can play a role in halting the decline in biodiversity. He emphasises how collaboration between local and central government, conservation organisations, local landowners and local...
Presentation on LNRS Progress

Presentation on LNRS Progress

Pamela Abbott, Director of Natural Cambridgeshire, gave a talk at the Natural Cambridgeshire Partnership Forum on 11 December 2024 to update how the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough LNRS is progressing. Highlights include the ongoing species prioritisation work and our...