The Hardwick Estate is a 1,000-acre estate with a rich history and diverse habitats. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including rare and endangered species. The estate has been facing challenges in managing its habitats due to increasing visitor numbers and the impact of deer on the delicate balance of the ecosystem. The grant funding will be used to implement a range of conservation measures, including:

This discovery was made by a keen amateur botanist, Mrs. Gladys Hinchliffe, and was the first time the plant had been seen in the Hampshire and Wiltshire border for over 50 years. “This discovery opened up a whole new understanding of the species’ distribution and the need for conservation efforts.