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Moorland Rewilding: 135 Acres Secured for Nature
22 Jan
Summary
- Derbyshire Wildlife Trust acquired 135 acres of moorland.
- Project funded by over £825k grant and public donations.
- Aims to restore habitats and create wildlife corridors.
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust has successfully acquired 135 acres of moorland known as Middleton Moor, near Wirksworth. This landmark purchase was significantly supported by a Biffa Award grant of over £825,000 and £182,000 in public donations. The trust plans to implement a large-scale restoration project focused on rewilding the moorland.
The initiative aims to reconnect fragmented habitats and unlock the site's potential for nature's recovery. This will create a wildlife corridor, expanding an existing network to over 1,000 acres. The project is a testament to community support, with more than 2,300 individuals contributing to the appeal.
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