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1 Summary .................................................................................................................................. 1
2 Objectives of Management Plan ................................................................................................ 1
3 Protected Species and Important Habitats ................................................................................. 1
3.1 Bats .....................................................................................................................................................1
3.2 Reptiles ................................................................................................................................................1
3.3 Nesting Birds .......................................................................................................................................1
3.4 Trees and Hedgerows ..........................................................................................................................2
3.5 Grassland ............................................................................................................................................2
4 Landscaping proposals ............................................................................................................... 2
4.1 Design Objectives ................................................................................................................................2
4.2 Hedgerow Proposals ...........................................................................................................................3
4.3 Tree Planting Proposals .......................................................................................................................3
4.4 General Planting Specification for Trees .............................................................................................4
4.5 General Planting Specification for Hedgerow .....................................................................................4
5 Management Plan ..................................................................................................................... 5
5.1 Car Park Lighting .................................................................................................................................5
5.2 Grassland Management ......................................................................................................................6
5.2.1. Grassland South of Dorothy House .............................................................................................6
5.2.2 Grassland South of Sports Playing Field ......................................................................................6
5.2.3 Hedgerow Aftercare and Management ...........................................................................................7
5.3 Ditch Management .............................................................................................................................7
5.4 Tree and Woodland Boundary Management .....................................................................................8
5.4.1 Five Year Aftercare for New Planted Trees ..................................................................................8
5.5 Tree Boundary Management ..........................................................................................................8
6 Enhance Animal Shelter ............................................................................................................. 8
7 Management Agreement ........................................................................................................... 8
8 Monitoring/Review ................................................................................................................... 9
9 Timeline .................................................................................................................................... 9
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9.1 Timeline for Main Works .....................................................................................................................9
9.2 Landscaping Aftercare Annual Management Plan Year 1 to 5 ........................................................ 11
10 Reference ............................................................................................................................... 13
Appendix 1: Relevant Legislation
1 Statutory Sites of Nature Conservation Importance
1.1 European Sites (SAC/SPA)
1.2 Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)
2 Natural Environment & Rural Communities Act 2006
3 Other Relevant Legislation
3.1 Non-native Species
3.2 Injurious Weeds
3.3 Hedgerows
3.4 Reptiles
3.5 Birds
3.6 Bats
Appendix 2: Landscape Plan
Appendix 3: Ecological Management Plan
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Author Checked Approved
Francesca Lemon BSc(Hons)
MSc MCIEEM
James Packer BSc(Hons)
MCIEEM
Francesca Lemon BSc(Hons)
MSc MCIEEM
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This management plan details the agreed landscape/ecological enhancement and management of land
around Dorothy House Hospice, Winsley, Wiltshire (National Grid Reference ST797607). It has been
prepared by RSK ADAS Ltd to support a planning application for a new car park extension to the south of
Dorothy House.
The management plan sets out the design objectives, management prescriptions and maintenance
schedules for the area surrounding Dorothy House. A Landscape Masterplan showing planting proposals
is found in Appendix 2; an Ecological Management Plan in Appendix 3 and Indicative Lighting Layout Plans
are found in Appendices 4 and 5.
Protect important habitats and species
Habitat creation and planting specification
Management prescriptions to maintain and enhance habitats for the benefit of bats and other
wildlife
Management agreement, monitoring and review
Relevant legislation is shown in Appendix 1.
The site is next to ‘Winsley Mines’ Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), which is part of ‘Bath and
Bradford on Avon Bats’ Special Area of Conservation (SAC). This is an important hibernation site for the
nationally scarce Greater Horseshoe Bat (supports up to 5% of Greater Horseshoe Bats in the UK) as well
as nationally scarce Lesser Horseshoe Bats.
Horseshoe bats avoid artificial lighting as they are especially sensitive to light.
The site supports a small population of Slow-worm. Hedgerow, woodland boundaries and species-rich
grassland provide suitable habitat.
Hedgerows, scrub and trees on site provide suitable bird nesting habitat in the nesting season. The
grassland, being grazed, was considered unsuitable for nesting birds although it may become suitable if
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grazing ceases. The main nesting season is generally considered between March and August inclusive
(although birds can sometimes nest outside these times).
Woodland, trees and shrubs to the south of the site and along the western boundary are important bat
foraging habitat and dispersal corridors (as well as important for reptiles and nesting birds).
Grassland to the south of Dorothy House is mostly semi-improved neutral grassland, with patches of
calcareous grassland on thinner soil, which is moderately species-rich. Species-rich grassland supports a
diversity of invertebrates which are important for foraging bats and reptiles. Cattle grazed pasture to the
west of Dorothy House is also important for foraging Horseshoe bats which are known to feed on
invertebrates associated with livestock manure (especially cattle manure).
A ditch (‘Bloswale’) will be dug around the new car park and the excavated spoil will be used to form a
‘hedge bank’. On this hedge bank native species-rich hedgerows and trees will be planted around the new
car park extension as per Landscape Plan in Appendix 2. The ditch will manage rainwater run-off and
provide habitat for reptiles and invertebrates. It will however be shallow enough to allow livestock to
safely cross over it.
Hedgerows will provide a screen around the car park to reduce light spill and will provide wildlife corridors
for bats, reptiles and other wildlife. Woven timber ‘hurdles’ will be erected around the newly planted
hedgerows to provide immediate screening. Hedgerows will require minimal trimming to allow them to
grow tall and bushy to maximise flowering and fruiting potential for foraging bats.
The strip of existing meadow along the southern boundary (between the southern boundary and the
proposed new car park southern hedgerow) will be retained to maintain the bat foraging/dispersal
corridor along the southern boundary. There will be a gap maintained between the new car park
hedgerow and the western boundary to allow livestock to access the site from the existing gateway on
the western boundary.
Native trees will be planted around the new car park and along the southern boundary to provide
screening and enhance boundaries for foraging bats. New hedgerow shrubs will also be planted to re-
inforce the western boundary where the six trees are to be cleared (to allow for new car parking spaces).
See Landscape Plan in Appendix 2 for details.
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Hedgerows will be planted with bare root whips at 300mm centres in a double staggered row. The species
composition is provided in Table 4.1 below. Woven timber hurdles, placed around the new hedgerows,
will provide immediate screening.
New hedgerows will be fenced from livestock, if required, until they have become established and are
stock-proof.
Table 4.1. Composition of mixed native species hedgerows
Common name Latin name %
Hawthorn Crataegus monogyna 25
Blackthorn Prunus spinosa 20
Field Maple Acer campestre 20
Hazel Corylus avellana 15
Holly Ilex aquifolium 10
Spindle Eunonymus alatus 5
Dogwood Cornus sanguinea 5
The tree species composition is shown in Table 4.2 below:
Table 4.2. Composition of tree planting
Common name Latin name
Common Oak Quercus robur
Beech Fraxinus excelsior
Field Maple Acer campestre
Hawthorn Crataegus monogyna
Wild Cherry Prunus avium
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The proposed tree and hedgerow stock will be of local provenance where possible. The initial planting
and any re-stocking operations will be carried out between November and the end of March, avoiding
periods of frost, extreme cold and waterlogged conditions. All tree planting is to be in accordance with
BS8545:2014. Trees will be appropriately secured using a stake and tree tie which should allow for the
radial expansion of the stem. Tree ‘guards’ or ‘shelters’ will protect the base of young tree trunks from
livestock, voles or rabbits and facilitate spot-treatment with herbicide to control the annual growth of
weeds. Mulches are beneficial to transplanting success and should be applied.
Fencing will also be used to protect trees from livestock, where required.
All shrubs will conform to either the ‘British Standard 3936-1:1992 Nursery Stock Part 1: Specification for
Trees and Shrubs’ (BS3936) or the ‘National Plant Specification’ (NPS) produced by the Horticultural
Trades Association and be 60-80cm bare root transplants or equivalent cell grown stock.
The proposed hedgerow species will be planted at 300mm centres in a double staggered row as shown in
the Planting Plan drawing. Shrubs are to be planted in random single-species groups of 3, 6 and 9 plants
in double staggered rows with six plants per linear metre. The planting area is to be kept weed free using
a broad-spectrum systemic herbicide if necessary. Alternatively, the hedgerow gaps will be planted
through a weed suppressant geotextile or mulching to control weeds and reduce moisture loss.
Hedgerow plants will be protected by shelters to protect the plants from browsing livestock, voles or
rabbits and facilitate spot-treatment with herbicide to control the annual growth of weeds. Fencing will
also be used to protect hedgerows from livestock.
Woven timber ‘hurdles’ will be erected around the newly planted hedgerows to provide immediate
screening.
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Figure 1: Hedgerow Layout
As Horseshoe bats are adversely sensitive to light, the lighting strategy will have minimal upward light spill
and ensure that boundary hedgerows and woodland are maintained as dark foraging corridors for bats.
The car park lighting will conform to the lighting strategy which has been agreed under the grant of
planning permission: as per the approved lighting strategy document 0468-DFL-LS-001_revF and
indicative lighting layout drawings 0468-DFL-1301_K [2m above Ground Level] and 0468-DFL-1301_K
[Ground Level] found in Appendices 4 and 5. The plans are indicative of lighting column locations. Minor
adjustment may be required in practice (e.g. to the locations of 1 or 2 lighting columns due to potential
for buried services or other construction difficulties) however the final lighting layout will be in accordance
with the agreed lighting strategy.
A light test will be undertaken once the lighting is installed to ensure it meets the mitigation requirements.
This will be a horizontal illuminance survey by a competent professional to ensure the levels of spill light
are equal to or less than that originally calculated at ground level. Ensuring the light meter has a valid
calibration certificate. The council will be notified of compliance.
The lighting strategy will be maintained for the lifetime of the facility. If any changes to the lighting layout
are to be made, which are outside of the agreed lighting strategy, then this will need to be agreed with
the council beforehand.
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The area around the solar panels, immediately south of Dorothy House gardens, will continue to be mown,
with arisings removed, as part of the Dorothy House estate maintenance programme.
The lower field, surrounding the new car park (south of the solar panels), is moderately species-rich semi-
improved neutral grassland with patches of calcareous grassland. This is currently rented out to a local
farmer who uses it as a small holding for grazing a few sheep and cattle. Maintaining the grazing regime
is important as cattle manure (and sheep manure to a lesser extent) provides Cockchafers and other
invertebrates which are an important food source for Horseshoe bats. The aim is therefore to maintain
and enhance the botanical and invertebrate diversity of the grassland by:
Maintaining the grazing regime with a low stocking density of sheep or cattle (<1 Livestock Unit
per ha e.g. <10-14 sheep per ha). Horses will not be used for grazing.
Avoid unsuitable supplementary feeding. Move feeding locations on regular basis to minimise
poaching and nutrient enrichment. Feed with loose hay instead of silage to distribute grazing
pressure.
Organic methods to be used only (no herbicides, no pesticides and no Ivermectin wormer)
No artificial fertilisers will be used.
This is species-poor semi-improved grassland (to the west of Dorothy House) which is currently rented
out to a local farmer who uses it as a small holding for grazing a few cattle. The management aim is to
enhance the botanical diversity and invertebrate diversity for the benefit of foraging bats by:
Maintaining the grazing regime with a low stocking density of cattle (<1 Livestock Unit per ha).
Avoid overstocking in autumn and winter. Sheep could be used but cattle grazing is preferred as
cattle manure is especially important for the invertebrates which Horseshoe bats feed on.
Avoid unsuitable supplementary feeding. Move feeding locations on regular basis to minimise
poaching and nutrient enrichment. Feed with loose hay instead of silage to distribute grazing
pressure.
Organic methods to be used only (no herbicides, no pesticides and no Ivermectin wormer).
No artificial fertilisers will be used.
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Tall, wide, ‘overhanging’ hedgerows are preferred by foraging Horseshoe bats (Duverge and Jones 2003).
The hedgerows around the new car park will therefore be allowed to grow tall, wide and bushy to
maximise flowering and fruiting (for invertebrates and therefore for the benefit of foraging bats) and to
provide screening.
Specific management operations for hedgerows include:
For the first few years after planting, the new hedgerows will be kept clear of weed competition
and topped-off once a height of 1.5m has been achieved to encourage bushy re-growth. After this
initial period, ground flora will be allowed to colonise naturally.
For the first five years any plants that have died will be marked for replacement, then replaced at
an appropriate season.
Where herbicide application is needed, it is recommended that an appropriate herbicide is applied
in July - August in small controlled areas around the plant base.
To maintain adequate levels of soil moisture, irrigation or watering may be required during dry
periods. A 5-7.5cm mulch for 1m around the base of each plant will increase retention of soil
moisture.
Once established the hedgerows will be maintained at a height of at least 2.5m-4m high and will
be trimmed no less than every three years, where possible (i.e. minimal trimming leaving at least
three years between cuts if possible). Trimming will be undertaken between November and
February. Hedgerow trimming will aim to maintain tall hedgerows with a bushy base and width of
at least 2m.
Hedgerows adjacent to steps and facing the car park may need more frequent trimming to prevent
encroachment into the car parking area and to allow access along the steps. These will be side-
trimmed only if more frequent trimming is required.
If hedgerows become ‘leggy’ they will be ‘laid’ or ‘coppiced’ in sections on a long-term rotation
(every 10-15 years). No more than one third of hedgerows will be cut or laid in any one year so as
to sustain fruit and seed for invertebrates, birds, bats and other mammals
Ditches will be cleared/vegetation cut, as required to maintain their function as drainage.
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Young trees will be kept clear of weed competition. Where herbicide application is needed, it is
recommended that an appropriate herbicide is applied in July - August in small controlled areas
around the plant base (to reduce impact to species-rich grassland). After this initial period, ground
flora will be allowed to colonise naturally.
Irrigation may be required during dry periods. A 5-7.5cm mulch for 1m around the base of each
plant will increase retention of soil moisture.
Check/maintain/replace tree protection guards or fencing as appropriate.
Any trees that die will be replaced with the same species.
Woodland edges, hedgerows and new trees will be protected from livestock by fencing, as
required.
If any trees are lost along the western boundary (e.g. by disease) they will be replaced with native
species of local provenance to maintain the integrity of the boundary as a bat foraging/dispersal
corridor.
The animal shelter to the east of the proposed new car park (see plan Appendix 2) is potentially suitable
as a ‘night roost’ for Horseshoe bats (i.e. somewhere for bats to rest at night in-between foraging
activities). This open fronted shelter allows bats easy access where they can hang from the roof or along
its stone walls at night (it is too exposed to be used in the day). This shelter will be maintained and
enhanced by sealing any gaps in the roof or stone walls (i.e. with mortar) to reduce wind exposure to bats
which may use it. Wooden batons will also be attached along the underside of the roof, which will be
rough sawn to provide a textured surface to enable Horseshoe bats to ‘hang’ from.
The site will continue to be managed by the ‘Dorothy House’ organisation or the relevant
organisation/persons (who have ‘ownership’) for the lifetime of the new car park. If any changes need to
be made to the management plan (including to the agreed lighting strategy) then Wiltshire County Council
will be consulted prior to any changes being made.
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To monitor Horseshoe bat use of the site, bat activity surveys will be undertaken by ecologists in autumn
(September/October) or spring (April/May), in the first and second year of operation of the new car park.
Surveys will include a transect walkover survey and deployment of two static bat detectors in boundaries
adjacent to the car park and one static bat detector deployed in the animal shelter for a period of at least
five days. The bat activity survey reports will be sent to the council ecologist (and Dorothy House). If there
is any change in bats usage of the site (compared to ADAS 2016 surveys) then further surveys and remedial
action will be required (e.g. improving planting, screening or lighting strategy).
In both the first and second year of car park operation, ecologists will check compliance with the lighting
strategy by taking lux measurements around the site (at a height of 2m above ground in the horizontal
plane) in order to check compliance with the approved lighting strategy document 0468-DFL-LS-001_revF
and indicative lighting layout drawing 0468-DFL-1301_K [2m above Ground Level] found in Appendix 5.
The landscaping works, mitigation and management works will also be checked. The findings and any
recommendations will be reported to Dorothy House and the council.
The site and its long-term management will be monitored by Dorothy House and the management plan
reviewed at least every five years, to ensure that objectives to maintain and enhance habitats (as
described above) are being met.
Table 9.1. Timeline for main landscaping and ecological management works
Period Action When Rationale Notify
compliance
Construction Landscape works and
planting.
November to
March
Optimal time for
planting to ensure
survival of newly
planted trees/shrubs
No
Construction Woven timber ‘hurdles’
will be erected around the
newly planted hedgerows
to provide immediate
screening.
Before use of
the car park
To reduce light spill
from car headlights
to reduce impact to
bats.
Yes
Construction Enhance animal shelter
for bats by: sealing gaps
between the stonework
and installing wooden
Before use of
car park
To enhance the
shelter for bats to
use as a night roost.
The wooden batons
Yes
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‘batons’ along the
underside of the roof.
will allow bats to
‘hang’ under the
roof. Sealing gaps
will reduce draughts
for both bats and
livestock.
Construction A light test (horizontal
illuminance survey) will be
undertaken by
professionals once the
lighting is installed to
measure lux levels to
ensure it meets the
mitigation requirements.
The council will be
notified of compliance.
Immediately
after
installation of
car park
lighting
To ensure bats and
their foraging
corridors are not
impacted.
Yes
Post-
construction
Ecologists will measure lux
light levels (in horizontal
plane) around the site to
ensure they meet the
agreed lighting strategy
requirements as per
drawing no. 0468-DFL-
1301_K [2m Above
Ground Level].
In years 1 and
2 after
construction.
To ensure bats and
their foraging
corridors are not
impacted.
Yes
Post-
construction
Bat monitoring and check
compliance of landscaping
and mitigation works.
A bat activity survey of
the site will be
undertaken in autumn
(September) or spring
(late April/early May).
In years 1 and
2 after
construction.
If there is a
change in bats
usage of the
site further
surveys and
remedial
action would
be required.
To monitor
Horseshoe bat usage
of the site once the
car park is in use and
to check that
mitigation,
landscaping and
management works
have been
undertaken.
Yes
Post-
construction
Maintain grazing livestock
(as specified in
management plan)
For lifetime of
car park
facility
To maintain and
enhance grassland
for bats and other
wildlife
No
Post-
construction
Tree and shrub
landscaping aftercare (see
Table 9.2 below for
details)
For 5 years
post
construction
To ensure survival or
replacement of trees
and shrubs
No
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Post-
construction
Ditch management –
clearing vegetation/debris
As required To maintain ditch for
wildlife and drainage
function
No
Post-
construction
Hedgerow management November to
February
As specified in
management plan:
the aim is to
maintain hedgerows
as tall, wide and
bushy to maximise
flowering/fruiting
and screening for
bats and other
wildlife.
No
Table 9.2. Landscaping aftercare management plan (year 1 to 5)
Landscape Element
Actions Frequency and time scale
Hedgerows A weed free area will be maintained around new
planting, through application of 5-7.5cm mulch. Top up
mulch annually.
Once or twice a year
and as required
Where herbicide application is needed, it is
recommended that an appropriate herbicide is applied
in July-August in small controlled areas around the
shrub/tree base. Herbicides should comply with the
Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986 and be on the
current DEFRA list of approved products.
July – August
As required
Treatment of pests and diseases As required
Inspect and maintain rabbit guards and other forms of
protection.
November – February
Annually until
removed
All plants marked for replacement will be replaced by
whips of the same species.
November – February
Annually
Removal of guards, stakes and ties After 2 years, subject
to inspection
Topping off once a height of 1.5m has been achieved to
encourage bushy regrowth.
November – February
Trimming every 2-3 years to a height of 3-4m November – February
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Landscape Element
Actions Frequency and time scale
Native tree
planting
Maintenance of a 1m 80% weed-free area to the base
of each plant for five years – this can be achieved
through the application of a 5-7.5cm mulch in this area.
Once or twice a year
and as required
Where herbicide application is needed, it is
recommended that an appropriate herbicide is applied
in July-August in small controlled areas around the tree
base. Herbicides should comply with the Control of
Pesticides Regulations 1986 and be on the current
DEFRA list of approved products.
July – August
Annually
Inspect and maintain rabbit guards and other forms of
protection.
November – February
Annually until
removed
Treatment of pests and diseases. As required
Maintenance of adequate levels of soil moisture which
may require irrigation during dry periods. A 5-7.5 cm
mulch for 1m around the base of each plant will
increase retention of soil moisture.
Inspect in June –
August, during dry
periods
All tree stakes and ties shall be inspected during the
growing season and adjusted as necessary to ensure
that they are secure and firm and not chafing the stem
of the trees. Loosen as necessary. Stakes and ties shall
be removed and disposed of when trees become self-
supporting.
May – August
Annually
Prune and remove any dead, dying and diseased
branches, shoots or snags. Dress any cut ends
exceeding 25mm diameter with fungicidal sealant.
Remove arisings from site.
November – February
Annually
All plants marked for replacement will be replaced by
whips of the same species.
November – February
Annually
All tree shelters shall be removed once the planting has
become established.
After 2 years, subject
to inspection
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ADAS (2016). Ecological Impact Assessment: Dorothy House, Winsley. ADAS, Bristol.
ADAS (2016). Construction and Environment Management Plan: Dorothy House, Winsley. ADAS, Bristol.
BS 42020:2013. Biodiversity – Code of Practice for Planning and Development. BSI Standards Publication.
Duverge PL, Jones G (2003) Use of farmland habitats by greater horseshoe bats. In Tattersall, F, Manley,
W (eds) Conservation and Conflict. Mammals and Farming in Britain, 64-81. The Linnean Society, London.
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Habitats of European-wide importance (other than for birds) are listed under Annex I of the Council
Directive 92/43/EEC on the conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora (EC Habitats
Directive). Habitats designated under this Directive are Special Areas of Conservation (SACs).
Habitats of European-wide importance for birds are listed under the EC Wild Birds Directive
(EC/79/409/EEC). Habitats designated under this Directive are Special Protection Areas (SPAs).
The Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 (as amended) requires the competent
authority to carry out an ‘appropriate assessment’ where a plan or a project, either alone or in
combination with other plans or projects, is likely to have a significant effect on Natura (European) site,
i.e. SAC or SPA.
Areas notified under the Wildlife and Countryside Act, 1981 by Natural England as being of special interest
for nature conservation. Statutory Undertakers are required to seek Natural England assent before any
listed, potentially damaging operations, development or change in land use etc. can be carried out.
Section 40 of the NERC Act 2006 places a duty upon all local authorities in England to promote and
enhance biodiversity in all of their functions. Section 41 lists habitats and species of principal importance
to the conservation of biodiversity. Fifty-six habitats and 943 species of Principal Importance for
Conservation are included on the Section 41 list.
These are all the habitats and species in England that have been identified as requiring action in the UK
Biodiversity Action Plan (UK BAP) and are a material consideration in the planning process.
Section 14 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) prohibits the introduction into the wild
of any species of animal or plant that is not ordinarily resident in, and is not a regular visitor to, Great
Britain in a wild state, or any species of animal or plant listed on Schedule 9 of the Act. Commonly
occurring non-native species in the countryside include Japanese Knotweed, Himalayan Balsam and Giant
Hogweed. The Schedule also includes commonly occurring garden species such as Cotoneaster spp.,
Montbretia and Rhododendron.
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Five weeds are classified under the Weeds Act 1959: Common Ragwort, Spear Thistle, Creeping Thistle,
Broad-leaved Dock and Curled Dock. It is not illegal to allow these weeds to grow on one’s land, however
they must not be allowed to spread to agricultural land, particularly grazing areas or land which is used to
produce conserved forage.
Hedgerows are protected by the Hedgerows Regulations 1997, under which it is an offence to remove or
destroy certain hedgerows without permission from the Local Planning Authority.
These regulations do not apply to any hedgerow within the curtilage of, or marking the boundary of the
curtilage of, a dwelling house.
Common reptiles: Slow-worm, Adder, Grass Snake and Common Lizard are protected under the Wildlife
and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). It is illegal to kill or injure them.
It is not illegal to capture, disturb or to damage their habitats. However, the reptiles themselves are
protected so any works to damage their habitat could risk causing harm to reptiles and hence could be
illegal.
Wild birds are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). It is illegal to take or
harm them, their nests (whilst in use or being built) or their eggs.
Additionally for some species listed in Schedule 1 of the Act it is an offence to intentionally or recklessly
disturb the adults while they are in and around their nest or intentionally or recklessly disturb their
dependent young.
Bats are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) and the Conservation of
Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 (as amended). It is illegal to kill or injure bats, cause disturbance
at their resting places or to block access to, damage or destroy their roost sites.
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New trees planted with hedge to
reinforce wildlife corridor and
screen car park.
New mixed native hedge with woven timber hurdles to provide immediate screening.
1+1 transplants planted at 3.5 plants per linear metre in the following percentage mix:
25% Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn)
20% Prunus spinosa (Blackthorn)
20% Acer campestre (Field Maple)
15% Corylus avellana (Hazel)
10% Ilex aquifolium (Holly)
5% Euonymous alatus (Winged Spindle)
5% Cornus sanguinea (Dogwood)
2no. 10-12cm girth Crataegus
monogyna (Hawthorn)
2no. 10-12cm girth Prunus avium
(Wild Cherry)
Hibernaculum
Existing wall realigned
2 new bays
Smoking shelter relocated
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1no. 10-12cm girth Acer campestre (Field Maple)
Junction layout as Transport Consultant's drawings
Overhead electricity wire
Stone wall on boundary of site.
1no. 10-12cm girth Acer campestre (Field Maple)
1no. 10-12cm girth Crataegus monogyna (Hawthorn)
Electricity pole
Existing meadow grass retained.
Existing overhead power cables. Easement to be maintained.
Existing trees as indicated.
Electricity pole.
New Beech and Oak trees planted either side of overhead wire.B
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1no. 10-12cm girth Quercus robur (Oak)
draining ditch
2no. 10-12cm girth Acer
campestre (Field Maple)
draining ditch
ditch
New mixed native hedge
with woven timber hurdles to
provide immediate screening.
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New mixed native hedge
with woven timber hurdles to
provide immediate screening.
New planting to reinforce boundary as hedgerow mix
Enhanced Shelter as
management plan.
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Gate for livestock access clad with Willow
hurdles. Section of ditch directly next to
gate culverted to allow vehicular access
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Scale
Responsibility will not be accepted for errorsmade by others in scaling from this drawing; allconstruction information should be taken fromf igured d imens ions on ly . I f i n doubt ASK.
Copyright : Nugent Vallis Brierley LTD.
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Scale 1:500 at A1 (1:1000 at A3)
Nugent Vallis Brierley LTD. T: 01373 468030 E: mailbox@nvbarchitects.co.ukRegistered in the UK No. 2471929. Rook Lane Chapel, Bath Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1DN.
1545
Dorothy House Car Park
Extension
Dorothy House Hospice
Care
Proposed Landscape Plan
2101 E
Planning
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North
A 23/11/2016 RL JM
First Issue
Notes
Hibernacula
Proposed tree
B 01/12/2016 RL JM
Issue for comment
C 09/12/2016 RL JM
Revisions to road junction
D 31/03/2017 JT JM
Revised to ecologists comments
Lampost
Bollard
E 04/04/2017 JT JM
Farmers gate added to ecologists comments
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The agreed lighting strategy inboth car parks will be maintainedfor the lifetime of the facility toavoid impact to bats.
This pasture will be organicallygrazed by cattle to maintainand enhance for bats.
New hedgerows aroundcar park will be managedas tall and bushy to providescreening and foraging for bats.
Gardens will continue tobe regularly mown asamenity grassland. New ditch to provide drainage and
enhance habitat for reptiles and bats.
Species-rich grassland will beorganically grazed by sheep orcattle to maintain and enhanceforaging habitat for bats.
Trees planted to providescreening and enhance bat foraging corridors.
New hedgerowfor screening.
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hibernacula
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Enhance animal shelter forbats to use as a night roost
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Pendeford, Wolverhampton. WV9 5AP.
Tel +44(0)1902 271300, Fax +44(0)1902 785574
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Metres
Dorothy House, Winsley,Nr Bradford on Avon
Management Plan
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Grid 3 Horizontal Illuminance (lux)
Grid 4 Horizontal Illuminance (lux)
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West Boundary (Top car park) Illuminance (lux)
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