17. Hunsdon Mead to Harlow
Themes: Habitats and wildlife; People
Objectives:
- To maintain and enhance the river's natural habitats and wildlife
- To increase people's awareness, appreciation, education and involvement
Project description
To restore the entire flood plain priority habitat between Hunsdon Mead Site of Special Scientific Interest and Harlow.
Between Hunsdon Mead to Harlow a large extent of flood plain exists, which, with the correct management and relatively minor interventions, could become some of the most diverse and rich habitat in the Stort Valley. This area would also allow the integration of people from Harlow to the Stort, which is a significant issue!
Grid reference: TL431110
Project lead: Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust, Essex Wildlife Trust, RSPB (potential)
Project partners: Developers, landowners, Natural England (potential)
