Hedgerow Heroes (Bedfordshire)

Our Hedgerow Heroes project centres around the planting and restoration of at least 1000m of hedgerow in Bedfordshire. By volunteering you could be part of this national campaign to extend the UK hedgerows network by 40% by 2050.

Planting and restoring hedgerows can prevent soil erosion, increase biodiversity by providing wildlife habitat for many species of birds, insects, butterflies and small mammals and can increase the overall aesthetic appeal of a landscape.

Through volunteering with us you will be helping to look after our fantastic countryside and ensuring the success of this vital project for CPRE Bedfordshire.

This role is for the planting season 2024/25 and you will be part of a small team who meet regularly to help prepare sites for planting and support the planting sessions. You will be working with our Hedgerow Project Officer and other volunteers to help grow this project. Training will be given in planting and there may also be the chance to learn about hedge laying.

We provide out-of-pocket travel expenses should this be required. There is more detail in the role description of the range of tasks you might get involved with.