Shorncote Quarry, Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

Challenge the practice is addressing: This practice addresses the restoration of the Shorncote Quarry which was previously used for sewage disposal by Thames Water, into a first‐class home for wildlife.

Concrete practice to achieve the expected goal: The restoration of the former Shorncote Quarry resulted in the creation of nine lakes in the Water Park, which are utilized for wading, migrating, breeding, feeding, and nesting birds. Stonechat, Goldfinch, Little Ringed Plover, Kingfisher, Sand Martin, Oyster Catcher, Marsh Harrier, Hobby, and Lapwing thrive in the unused and naturally regenerating areas in Shorncote Quarry. 

Expected impact/goal of the practice: The aim of this practice is to restore the quarry into a home for wildlife.

Who is the target user group of the practice/intervention or implementing the practice/intervention? This practice is for companies in the extractive industry.