Wildwood Grove is being developed in alignment with England’s Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) framework, supporting measurable and long-term ecological uplift in Somerset and the wider South West of England.

BNG at Wildwood Grove forms part of a broader nature recovery and stewardship strategy. Ecological uplift is designed to be additional, durable, and secured through long-term management and monitoring in line with national policy and planning requirements.

Policy-Aligned Delivery

Biodiversity Net Gain requires developments to demonstrate clear improvements in biodiversity value relative to an established ecological baseline. At Wildwood Grove, this process is informed by professional ecological assessment, habitat mapping, and an understanding of how the land functions as an integrated landscape.

BNG delivery is designed to meet planning obligations by providing outcomes that are:

• Clearly additional to baseline conditions

• Ecologically appropriate to the site

• Secured and managed over the long term

• Compatible with planning and regulatory expectations

A Land-Led Solution

The characteristics of the land — including soils, hydrology, existing habitats, and ecological connectivity — determine how biodiversity uplift is achieved. Habitat creation and enhancement are guided by what the land can naturally support, reducing ecological risk and increasing long-term resilience.

This land-led approach allows Wildwood Grove to offer a practical and credible solution for developments requiring Biodiversity Net Gain, while ensuring that ecological outcomes remain robust and defensible.

Stewardship and Monitoring

BNG outcomes at Wildwood Grove are supported by long-term stewardship and structured monitoring. This ensures that biodiversity gains are maintained, evidenced, and responsive to change over time.

Monitoring forms a core part of delivery, supporting transparency, accountability, and confidence for all parties involved.

Engagement and Enquiries

Wildwood Grove works with ecologists, planners, and professional advisors to ensure that BNG delivery is robust, well-governed, and aligned with best practice.

Enquiries relating to Biodiversity Net Gain provision in Somerset and the South West can be made via the contact page.