Corylus Ecology
Corylus Ecology deliver high-quality ecological consultancy advice to a wide range of clients from a variety of sectors, including residential and commercial development, infrastructure, renewable energy, conservation and built heritage.
Our highly experienced team of ecologists all hold relevant degrees and all our senior staff are full members of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM). Many of our ecologists also hold protected species survey licences for species such as bats, hazel dormice, great crested newts and barn owls.
We pride ourselves on providing our clients with clear, comprehensive and pragmatic ecological solutions, whether it be for planning and development, protected species mitigation licensing or conservation management.
Bring our expertise to your site
Sectors we serve
Our team has decades of experience providing high quality ecological consultancy services to a diverse range of sectors, including residential and commercial development, infrastructure, renewable energy, conservation and built heritage.
We work with a wide range of clients including homeowners, planning consultants, architects, residential and commercial developers, local authorities, conservation charities, statutory authorities, national rail and road operators, and multi-disciplinary consultancies.
We have a reputation for providing proactive, practical and professional ecological solutions, from project inception to completion.
Surveys we undertake
Our ecologists specialise in a multitude of ecological surveys, from habitat and botanical assessments, to wildlife and protected species surveys. We will determine the ecological value of a site to inform your scheme designs and planning applications, as well as conservation strategies. These surveys vary but include reptiles and amphibians, breeding and wintering birds, mammals and botany.
We have a strong ethos of working in partnership with our clients from the initial site assessment, through the planning process, and implementing mitigation, compensation and habitat management solutions. We guide clients through the process from Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA), to Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA), Environmental Statement (ES) and protected species mitigation licensing.
Services we provide
Corylus Ecology provides a fully comprehensive range of ecological services from Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), Protected Species Mitigation Licensing and Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to Habitat Regulations Assessments (HRA), Expert Witness advice, Conservation Management Plans and GIS mapping.
Our focus is always on balancing the needs of our client with the needs of their site, providing pragmatic solutions to move your project forwards to a successful conclusion.
Case studies
Rew Road
This project, set within Dartmoor National Park, involved the construction of a replacement dwelling which was carried out in two phases spanning several years.
Corylus Ecology undertook an initial assessment with a particular focus on bats and nesting birds. Evidence of, and potential for, roosting bats was recorded and led to a recommendation for further surveys.
Dartmoor Moorland Nature Recovery
During 2022 and 2023, Corylus Ecology was commissioned by Dartmoor National Park Authority to undertake a habitat assessment of five moorland areas.
The surveys were carried out to inform Dartmoor’s vision for nature recovery and contribute to wider Devon and national Nature Recovery Network objectives.
Hogmoor Inclosure
Corylus Ecology was commissioned by The Land Trust to prepare a 5-year management plan for the Hogmoor Inclosure Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG).
The SANG was created to reduce the potential for recreational pressure resulting from the growth of the Whitehill & Bordon New Town, on sites of international nature conservation value, including the Woolmer Forest Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
Heather Wood
An area of fragmented woodland and arable land at Heather Wood, Hawkhurst acquired by the Woodland Trust for habitat restoration, creation and conservation.
The Woodland Trust required full baseline habitat surveys, protected species surveys and Biodiversity Net Gain assessment, calculation and Habitat Management and Maintenance Plan to be undertaken.
Joyden’s Wood
Working with the Woodland Trust for the restoration of an area of heathland at Joyden’s Wood, Dartford, Kent.
Including baseline habitat and protected species assessment and surveys with UK Habitat Classification and mapping of the heathland, Biodiversity Net Gain condition assessment of all habitats present and breeding bird assessment of the heathland and wider Joyden’s wood site.
Bulland Farm
Ecological appraisal and detailed bat surveys for a homeowner seeking to extend their Grade II Listed farmhouse.
We helped them achieve planning permission and ensure that the appropriate licences and works monitoring were in place.
Careers
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Corylus Ecology provides the opportunity to work on a diverse range of interesting and challenging projects whilst being supported by a friendly team of highly experienced ecologists.
We promote a flexible working system and a good work life balance with excellent training opportunities and career progression.