New Woodland Creation - Blenheim Estate DESCRIPTION The objective of this ongoing project was to convert low-grade, unprofitable agricultural land into functional, multi-purpose woodlands. The new woodlands incorporate more than 270,000 trees, including 27 tree species for increased climate resilience and biodiversity. “Our woodlands will provide measurable, demonstrable gains in terms of soil, Read more »

Natural Capital Appraisal - Brudenell Estates DESCRIPTION A bespoke natural capital approach was developed for the Deene Park estate team and their advisors. This outlined the opportunities and risks linked with the estate’s key objectives and existing strategic plan. “We worked closely with the Nicholsons team to develop a suite Read more »

Idyllic Meadow Restoration Idyllic meadow restoration designed by Head of Design at Nicholsons - Freddie. This is a magical project developing many new habitats for nature and humans alike! Click the project concept plan on the right to view it in full...

The Hard Working Potager Many of us would agree that a good old-fashioned, deep herbaceous border, spilling with roses in the month of June, is the very best of English gardens. I've been moved by beauty in many gardens this spring where wonderful early rainfall followed by bright, sunny days has yielded the most incredible blossom in all our gardens. Many forecast that this year's Read more »

Standingford House, Cave Street, St ClementsEcology support and biodiversity gain for new offices in OxfordSite:Standingford HouseClient: ADP ARCHITECTURE / WARD, K. OverviewNicholsons Lockhart Garratt provided ecological support to redevelopment of an office building in St Clements near Headington, Oxford, replacing an existing office building. Key constraints on the site were (low) potential for roosting bats, and requirement for Biodiversity Net Gain. Nicholsons Read more »

Mountpark Woodland - St Peters Wood, Swadlincote “This Nicholsons team have been exceptional through our journey into woodland creation, from their site assessment, scheme design, liaison with all stakeholders and the National Forest and effective implementation and management.  As a company we are immensely proud of what we have achieved." Wal Groves, European Construction Director Background Mountpark, recognising the increasing focus Read more »

Trees & Development Metcalfe Way, Haddenham (Castlemore Homes Limited) The protection and retention of trees when developing land and property is always an important factor to consider when preparing your planning application. Thankfully our expert team of arboricultural consultants can support you from initial concept right through to submission and beyond. Trees provide a wealth of benefits – in terms of Read more »

Achieving planning consent for a broad scheme in Oxford Site: Court Place Gardens, Iffley Client: Oxford University Development Ltd Overview Nicholsons provided ecological support to a new 71 home residential development in Iffley, Oxford, replacing 36 existing properties used as student accommodation. Key constraints on the site were roosting bats, including a pipistrelle maternity roost and several day roosts, an Read more »

Family home near Stow on the Wold This beautiful old village house required full restoration including the commissioning of a stunning garden design from the award winning Marcus Barnett Studio. Nicholsons were appointed to carry out the garden build which includes an Andrew Ewing water canal to reflect the sky – a very serene space. Read more »

Rockingham Forest Park Nicholsons were delighted to assist with the development of a new holiday park close to the old RAF Kings Cliffe site in Northamptonshire. This development involved the skills from our ecology, arboriculture, and landscape teams with a brief to provide a luxury holiday experience well connected to nature and the local landscape. The development site itself was Read more »