
Conserving Historic Water Meadows
Nicky Smith(Author)
Historic England (Publisher)
Published on 1. November 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
24 pages
978-1-84802-503-5 (ISBN)
Description
This guide aims to promote wider awareness of the rich heritage of England's water meadows.
It is intended primarily for nature conservation groups, farmers, landowners, communities or individuals undertaking habitat 'restoration' work on historic water meadows.
The guide describes the archaeological remains which may be encountered and highlights their importance as part of the historic landscape. It demonstrates how these remains, managed sensitively, can provide a variety of habitats which have considerable benefits for wildlife.
It is intended primarily for nature conservation groups, farmers, landowners, communities or individuals undertaking habitat 'restoration' work on historic water meadows.
The guide describes the archaeological remains which may be encountered and highlights their importance as part of the historic landscape. It demonstrates how these remains, managed sensitively, can provide a variety of habitats which have considerable benefits for wildlife.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Swindon
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
18 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 297 mm
Width: 210 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-84802-503-5 (9781848025035)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Nicky Smith is based in the English Heritage Archaeological Survey and Investigation team.
Content
Introduction
What are water meadows?
Why preserve water meadows?
A brief history
Heritage-sensitive management
Case studies
Bibliography
Specialist advice
What are water meadows?
Why preserve water meadows?
A brief history
Heritage-sensitive management
Case studies
Bibliography
Specialist advice