New Forest Mires, Hampshire for National Trust
The northern New Forest, Hampshire contains a series of valley mires owned by the National Trust. Valley mires are strongly acidic wetlands that form in peaty valleys and are one of the most characteristic and valuable habitats within the New Forest. We were engaged to undertake hydrological assessments of these valley mire systems in order to understand how they worked, where the water originated from and how the water contributed to and supported the wildlife habitats present. The studies provided the baseline scientific data to be used in developing management plans to ensure that these habitats are managed to best effect.
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