Rare Vascular Plants of the Mendips
Enhancing threatened species populations across Somerset
Population enhancements
With project delivery lasting from July 2026 until March 2029, this Species Recovery project aims to enhance Autumn lady’s-tresses & Cheddar Pink populations across the Mendip Hills. This will be achieved through:
Habitat management, mowing and grazing regime reviews
Assessing climate impacts and species distributions
Engaging landowners on wider limestone grassland management
We will be working in partnership with the National Trust, as well as collaborating with the Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Group on the Clifton Downs (Bristol), to better understand and improve these species.
Image: Robert Campbell
Project Team
Project Manager: Finlay Clothier