Peatland Restoration Cumbria

Preserving the Natural Beauty of Cumbria’s Peatlands

 

Treeclear UK are proud to be your 5-star-rated peatland restoration company covering Cumbria & throughout the UK for a wide range of clients.

 

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Get in touch with us for fast quotations and expert advice on your project by calling us today on 07813 140 683‬ or use the form below.

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Peatland Restoration Cumbria

At TreeClear UK, we understand the importance of restoring Cumbria’s peatlands to their natural, healthy state. Peatlands play a critical role in carbon storage, flood prevention, and biodiversity conservation.

With our expert peatland restoration services, we’re working to ensure these valuable ecosystems continue to thrive and provide benefits for generations to come.

We can assist in a range of peatland restoration techniques including:

  • Habitat creation
  • Re-profiling of ditches
  • Ditch blocking
  • Pond and scrape creation
  • Bunding and rewetting

Get in touch with us today by calling us directly at 07813 140 683 or use our online contact form.

Why Peatland Restoration Matters in Cumbria

Cumbria is home to some of the UK’s most beautiful peatland landscapes, including parts of the Lake District National Park. However, many of these areas have been degraded over the years, leading to the release of stored carbon, loss of wildlife habitats, and a reduced ability to manage water flow. Peatland restoration is vital to help combat climate change, protect local wildlife, and restore the natural beauty of the region.

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TreeClear UK offers a range of specialist services tailored to the restoration of Cumbria’s peatlands. Each technique plays a vital role in rejuvenating these unique landscapes, enhancing their ability to store carbon, support wildlife, and manage water flow.

Our key services include:

Surface Mulching

Surface mulching is an essential method used to revitalise the surface of peatlands. This technique involves spreading chopped vegetation, such as heather and other woody plants, over the surface. The mulch acts as a protective layer, which helps retain moisture, enriches the soil with organic matter, and supports the growth of native plant species. In addition, surface mulching encourages the development of microhabitats, allowing dormant plants and mosses to recolonize and thrive.

Stump Grinding & Stump Augering

Stump grinding and stump augering are critical methods used in peatland restoration, especially when converting forested areas to bogland. Stump grinding uses specialised equipment, such as a low-pressure excavator with a hydraulic grinding wheel, to grind stumps down to or below the ground level. Stump augering, on the other hand, involves a corkscrew-style hydraulic attachment that removes stumps by drilling them out. 

Ditch Blocking and Peat Dams

Ditch blocking and peat dam construction are essential techniques for managing water flow in peatland restoration. These methods involve blocking existing drainage channels and constructing barriers, such as peat bunds, to retain water on-site. By disrupting the flow of water that previously drained off the site, we can restore wet conditions, which are crucial for maintaining a healthy peatland ecosystem. 

Reprofiling and Bunding

Reprofiling and bunding are fundamental in restoring the shape and water retention capacity of degraded peatlands. Reprofiling involves reshaping the land surface to improve water retention and create conditions favourable for peat regeneration. Bunding involves the creation of raised earth barriers (bunds) and ditches designed to control the flow of water across the site.

Specialisation in Larger Projects

Treeclear UK provides peatland restoration in Cumbria, and throughout the UK, specialising in larger projects. With access to industry-leading and low-impact machinery, we are well-equipped to handle projects of any size of complexity. From surface mulching to stump grinding and ditch blocking, we ensure that each project is completed to the highest standards, on time, and within budget.

Key sectors we provide peatland restoration for in Cumbria include:

  • Government organisations
  • Private estates
  • Wildlife trusts

Why Choose Treeclear UK?

Treeclear UK are proud to be your experts in peatland restoration for larger-scale projects. Based in the North West, we understand the unique environmental challenges of Cumbria and are committed to helping the region’s ecosystems thrive.

We use sustainable and non-invasive methods to restore peatlands, minimising environmental impact.

Qualifications and member organisations we’re proud to be a part of include:

  • Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS)
  • City & Guilds NPTC qualified including (FMOC) 
  • Members Forest Industry Safety Accord (FISA)

Contact Treeclear UK

If you’re looking to learn more about peatland restoration in Cumbria or throughout the UK and how we can help, please get in touch with our dedicated team by calling us at 07813 140 683.

Alternatively, use our online contact form and we’ll get back to you promptly.