Hampstead Heath ecological grazing trial: sheep back on the Heath

Sheep are part of an ecological trial on Hampstead Heath 11-18 September.

If the pilot is successful, animal grazing could be expanded to other areas of the Heath. Grazing is known to play a major role in boosting species-rich wildlife habitats and reducing the use of machinery.

Unlike mowing, grazing produces a mosaic of vegetation heights and types, improving ecological sites for species including amphibians, small mammals, invertebrates and wildflowers.

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