South Downs National Park
Hawksfold Farm Habitat Bank
Added on 26/05/2025
Overview
Description
Hawksfold Farm, owned by Kate & Ali Mitchell, is undertaking an ambitious biodiversity enhancement project, developed with support from Natural Asset Partners. Located near Fernhurst, in the South Downs National Park, the project's improved grassland and hedge habitats will help contribute to local biodiversity improvement and improve the character of a nationally treasured landscape. The BNG scheme will also play a part in the farm's larger ambitions for sustainable agriculture and environmental improvements. Units will be available to purchase soon, including fractional shares. Please get in touch for more details.
Local Planning Authority
South Downs National Park
National Character Area
Low Weald
Size
22.40 hectares
Total Units
86.8 units
Unit Price
POA
Area Units
| Broad Habitat | Habitat | Distinctiveness | Available Units | Unit Price (£) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grassland | Lowland meadows | Very High | 18.4 | POA | |
| Grassland | Other neutral grassland | Medium | 16 | POA | |
| Heathland and shrub | Mixed scrub | Medium | 9.8 | POA | |
| Lakes | Ponds (non-priority habitat) | Medium | 6.5 | POA | |
| Woodland and forest | Other woodland; broadleaved | Medium | 14.5 | POA | |
| Woodland and forest | Other woodland; mixed | Medium | 6.8 | POA | |
| Individual trees | Rural tree | Medium | 9.7 | POA |
Hedgerow Units
| Broad Habitat | Habitat | Distinctiveness | Available Units | Unit Price (£) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hedgerow | Species-rich native hedgerow with trees | High | 5.1 | POA |
South Downs National Park
Available
Low Weald
Units available:
86.8
86.8
Unit price:
POA