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Contacts and Links

This site is hosted by the London Borough of Bromley, which chairs the Bromley Biodiversity Partnership. For main enquiries relating to the BBAP, please email conservation@bromley.gov.uk or ring 020 8313 4665. For a list of lead contacts covering the Species and Habitat Action Plans, please click here.

Below, you will find an alphabetical listing of key local organisations contributing to the Bromley Biodiversity Partnership, as well as other useful links.

Key Local Contacts | Other Useful Links (click to go to links section)


Bromley Bridleways Access Group
Promotes horseriding and good practice in horse paddock management. Promotes the maintenance of existing and creation of new bridleways in the Borough. Produces map of bridleway routes. Click here for further information.
http://www.infobromley.org/BromleyCommunity/EnvironmentConservation/
OrgDetails.htm?orgid=1453&OrgName=Bromley%20Bridleways%20Access%20Group

Bromley Residents Federation
Numerous Residents Associations are active within the area and many individuals promote biodiversity interest in the Borough. For a listing please click here.

http://www.infobromley.org/BromleyCommunity/Residents/

Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE, Keston & District Branch)
Registered charity established in 1926 with 60,000 members. Campaigns and lobbying for the protection and enhancement of the countryside for everyone. Regular meetings held locally and annual ‘Keston Countryside Day' organised. Click here for more information.

www.cpre.org.uk

Chislehurst & St. Paul's Cray Commons Conservators
The Chislehurst & St. Paul's Cray Commons Conservators survey and manage woodland, heathland, acid grassland and paths on the Commons and maintain the appearance of the site. Click here for more information.
http://www.infobromley.org/BromleyCommunity/EnvironmentConservation/~
OrgDetails.htm?orgid=1707&OrgName=Friends%20of%20Chislehurst%20Commons

City of London
The CoL maintains landholdings (including two in the Borough) and undertakes initiatives designed to benefit the population of London for future generations. Visit the regularly updated webpages to find out what's happening at the sites, including a programme of events; download a newsletter; access a site leaflet and map; watch a short film of wildlife you might encounter on a visit to Spring Park.

http://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/Corporation/LGNL_Services/
Environment_and_planning/Parks_and_open_spaces/

England Biodiversity Group
The England Biodiversity Group, which involves stakeholders from public, private and the voluntary sector, advises the Government on the implementation of the UKBAP in England . In particular, it oversees development and delivery of the Biodiversity Strategy for England as set out in ‘Working with the Grain of Nature'. Click for more information.
http://www.ukbap.org.uk/EBG

English Heritage
Protection, conservation and interpretation of historic features across England. Also owns sites within the Borough. For further information please visit
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk

English Nature
This was a Government body championing the conservation of wildlife and natural features. Original core group member for the Bromley Biodiversity Partnership. Natural England now takes on the role of this organisation. For further information visit:
www.english-nature.org.uk

Environment Agency
The EA are the leading public body for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales - air, land and water. For further information please see:

http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk


Environment Bromley (Enbro)
The EA are the leading public body for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales - air, land and water. For further information please see:
http://www.infobromley.org/BromleyCommunity/EnvironmentConservation/
OrgDetails.htm?orgid=536&OrgName=Environment Bromley (aka EnBro)

Friends of the Earth (Bromley)
FoE is an environmental campaign group that inspires solutions to environmental problems which make life better for people. Regular meetings held in Bromley. Click here for more information.

http://www.foe.co.uk


Forestry Commission
Government department responsible for the protection and expansion of Britain 's forests and woodlands.
http://www.forestry.gov.uk

Greater London Authority
The GLA promotes biodiversity through strategies, including ‘Connecting with London 's Nature', and initiatives on behalf of the Mayor and London Assembly. Click for more details.
www.london.gov.uk

Kent Bat Group
The Kent Bat Group has been working to help protect the county's bats since 1983. Survey effort, conservation and promotion is also undertaken in Bromley. It is proactive in promoting awareness of bats to the general public and to specialist groups likely to come across bats in their work. Click here for more information.
http://www.kentbatgroup.org.uk/aboutus.html

Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Designated landscape, part of which falls within the Borough. Project Board and initiatives help to conserve the features of the landscape and support rural communities.
http://www.kentdowns.org.uk

Kent Mammal Group
One of the local groups of The Mammal Society. The Society works to protect British mammals and halt the decline of threatened species, including the study and conservation of all British mammals. Please visit the link below for more information.
www.kentmammalgroup.org.uk/

Kent Reptile & Amphibian Group (KRAG)
This is a voluntary organisation promoting reptile and amphibian conservation in Kent . Survey effort and promotion is also undertaken in Bromley.
http://www.kentarg.org

Kent Wildlife Trust
The Trust was formed in 1958 with the aim to secure a better future for the native wildlife of Kent . It has a membership of 13,000 and a network of local groups and volunteers who help conserve the Trust's 50 countywide reserves. Trust sites are located within the Borough; local conservation and promotion of biodiversity. Original core group member for the Bromley Biodiversity Partnership. For more information visit:
www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk

London Biodiversity Partnership
A group of public, private and voluntary organisations that aims to conserve and enhance the capital's wildlife and natural places for future generations through the London Biodiversity Action Plan. Visit the link below for more details.
http://www.lbp.org.uk

London Borough of Bromley
Chair for the Bromley Biodiversity Partnership and original core group member. The following contacts work within the Renewal & Recreation Department and Environmental Services Department.
 
Chair of Bromley Biodiversity Partnership
PFor main enquiries relating to the Bromley Biodiversity Action Plan, how the BBAP links to regional biodiversity projects including urban ecosystem services and London's landscapes, and how the BBAP integrates with other strategies for Bromley including the Local Development Framework, please ring Alister hayes on 020 8461 7808 or email: alister.hayes@bromley.gov.uk
 
  Bromley Countryside Service (Leisure & Culture Division)
Promotes biodiversity through education and interpretation activities and visits; environmental education service; conserves and monitors Council-owned nature reserves and parks; advising private landowners/managers on nature conservation and access issues; works with the community to promote biodiversity action. Visit the link below for more information or Tel: 01689 862815 The service is based at High Elms Country Park; visit http://www.bromley.gov.uk/leisure/parksandoutdoor/
countrysideand+nature/countryside_service.htm
 
  Crystal Palace Park Rangers (Leisure & Culture Division)
Manages and promotes Crystal Palace Park, including activities. For more information visit the link below or Tel: 020 8778 9496.
  http://www.bromley.gov.uk/leisure/parksandoutdoor/Parks_in_SE20.htm
 
  Environment Development & Promotion Section (Strategy, Development & Services Division)
Varied role, including promotion of sustainability, waste minimisation (including home composting and real nappies) recycling and the Bromley Environmental Awards.
  http://www.bromley.gov.uk/environment/bromleys_environmental_awards.htm
 
  ‘Friends' Group Information (Leisure & Culture Division)
Numerous Friends groups help look after Council-owned local parks and open spaces. For more information visit the link below or contact the Parks Partnership Officers through the Landscape Helpdesk on Tel: 020 8313 4471.
  http://www.bromley.gov.uk/leisure/parksandoutdoor/
Become+a+park+friend+or+volunteer.htm
 
  Landscape Help Desk
Numerous Friends groups help look after Council-owned local parks and open spaces. For more information visit the link below or contact the Parks Partnership Officers through the Landscape Helpdesk on Tel: 020 8313 4471.
 
  Parks Projects Officer – Woodlands
Ecological conservation of Council-owned woodland sites, trees in open spaces and street trees. Tel: 020 8313 4200.

Principal Tree Officer – Tree Preservation Orders & Trees in Conservation Areas (Planning Division) Tel: 020 8313 4516.
 
  Rights of Way Officer (Street Services Division)
Secures and ensures the maintenance of the rights of way network throughout the Borough. Visit the link below or Tel: 020 8313 4621.
  http://www.bromley.gov.uk/transportandstreets/gettingabout/
public_rights_of_way.htm
 
  World Heritage Property Site - Proposed (Planning Division)
Coordination of bid for ‘ Darwin's Landscape Laboratory' nominated World Heritage Property Site on behalf of the UK Government. Includes establishment of management plan, nomination document, project work and events. For more information visit the link below or Tel: 020 8461 7808.
  http://www.darwinslandscape.co.uk
 
 
London Wildlife Trust
LWT fights to sustain and enhance London`s natural heritage to create a city richer in wildlife. London Wildlife Trust promotes urban nature conservation through caring for over 60 nature reserves (including sites in Bromley), involvement in biodiversity initiatives, organising activities and campaigning to protect wild green spaces. Regular meetings of local group held. Original core group member for the Bromley Biodiversity Partnership. Click below for more information.
www.wildlondon.org.uk

National Trust
Founded in 1895 to preserve places of historic interest and natural beauty permanently for the nation to enjoy. The National Trust own the Hawkwood Estate, in Petts Wood. Click here for more information.
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/

Natural England
New government organisation to be established by 2007 merging English Nature, the environment activities of the Rural Development Service and the Countryside Agency's Landscape, Access and Recreation division. Their aim will be to protect and enhance our landscapes and wildlife, promote countryside access and recreation.
http://www.english-nature.org.uk/about/naturalengland.htm

Orpington Field Club
The club promotes interest in and knowledge of natural history and associated subjects particularly in relation to Orpington and district. Regular field trips, talks and meetings held. Quarterly magazine produced. Original core group member for the Bromley Biodiversity Partnership. Click here for more information.
http://www.bromley.gov.uk/community/organisations/

Quaggy Waterways Action Group
Conserving, protecting and improving the River Quaggy for the benefit of people and wildlife. Vist for the link below more information.
http://www.qwag.org.uk/home

Rambler's Association
Britain's biggest walking charity that has been working for more than 70 years to promote walking and to improve conditions for everyone who walks in England, Scotland and Wales . Active local group. For more information please visit:
www.ramblers.org.uk

RSPB (Bromley)
The RSPB is the UK charity working to secure a healthy environment for birds and wildlife, helping to create a better world for everyone. Click here for more information about the RSPB http://www.rspb.org.uk Active local group meets for educational, social and fundraising activities. Talks, field trips, walks, surveys and Birds of Bromley report organised. Click here for further information:

UK Biodiversity Action Plan
The UK BAP site aims to support the implementation of the UK Biodiversity Action Plan (UK BAP) on behalf of the UK Biodiversity Partnership and the UK Government. Visit the link below for more information.
http://www.ukbap.org.uk

West Kent Badger Group
Local organisation affiliated to the National Federation of Badger Groups. The NFBG is a registered charity which promotes the conservation, welfare and protection of badgers, their setts and habitats. Visit the link below for more information.
http://www.nfbg.org.uk

Woodland Trust
The Woodland Trust is the UK 's leading conservation charity dedicated to the protection of our native woodland heritage. Manages one site within the Borough. Click the link below for more information oTel. 01476 581111.
http://www.woodland-trust.org.uk

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Other Useful Links | Key Local Contacts (click to go to links section)

Arable Plants
Interactive, searchable version of Arable Plants – A Field Guide, published by English Nature and WILDGuides. Visit the link below more information.
www.arableplants.fieldguide.co.uk

Arboricultural Association
Advance the study of arboriculture and promote good practice. Visit the link below for more information.
http://www.trees.org.uk

Bat Conservation Trust
Works to secure and enhance bat populations for future generations to enjoy. Visit the link below for more information.
www.bats.org.uk

BBC Wildlife Magazine
Promote current research and views on the natural world. Visit the link below for more information.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sn

Biodiversity Action Reporting System (BARS)
Supports the planning, monitoring and reporting requirements of national, local and company Biodiversity Action Plans (BAPs).

http://www.ukbap-reporting.org.uk


British Wildlife Publishing
Produced independent ‘British Wildlife' magazine covering all aspects of British wildlife and its conservation. Visit the link below for more information.
http://www.britishwildlife.com

British Beekeepers Association
Organisation promoting bee-keeping and the planting of plants attractive to all bees. Visit the link below for more information.

www.bbka.org.uk

British Hedgehog Preservation Society
Advice on attracting hedgehogs to your garden and caring for them.

http://www.britishhedgehogs.org.uk/


British Herpetological Society
The conservation, research and promotion of reptiles and amphibians. Visit the link below for more details.
http://www.thebhs.org

British Trust for Conservation Volunteers
Working with people to bring about positive environmental change.

http://www.btcv.org


British Trust for Ornithology
Surveys and research investigating the populations garden birds.

http://www.bto.org/


Buglife
The Invertebrate Conservation Trust.

http://www.buglife.org.uk/


Butterfly Conservation
Dedicated to saving wild butterflies, moths and their habitats throughout UK.

http://www.butterfly-conservation.org/


Country Landowners Association
The Country Land and Business Association is the only organisation in England and Wales whose sole objective is to safeguard the interests of private landowners and rural businesses.
http://www.cla.org.uk

CS2000
The longest running survey of the quality and extent of important semi-natural habitats in the UK.
http://www.cs2000.org.uk

Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs ~ DEFRA
Government department working for water, food, air, people, animals and plants.

www.defra.gov.uk


British Association of Nature Conservationists (BANC)
Produces publications that debate nature conservation issues, including ECOS magazine. Visit the link below for more details.
http://www.banc.org.uk

British Ecological Society
Aims to promote the science of ecology. Activities include scientific publications, conferences, grants and educational projects. Visit the link below for more information
http://www.britishecologicalsociety.org

FACT (Forum for the Application of Nature Conservation Techniques)
One initiative of FACT is Ecolots. Visit:

http://www.ecolots.co.uk/index.php?http://www.ecolots.co.uk/common/fact.htm

Flora Locale
Charity that aims to promote good practice in the use and sourcing of native flora for all projects that have wildlife in mind. Visit the link below for more details.
www.floralocale.org

Fox Project, The
A charity operating in parts of Kent , Surrey , East Sussex and South East London, providing advice on foxes. Visitthe link below for more details.

http://www.foxproject.org.uk

Froglife
Works to conserve the native amphibians and reptiles of Britain . Visit the link below for more details.

http://www.froglife.org

Green Chain Education Resource Directory
Ideas for school trips to natural sites along the Green Chain, including suggested activities. Visit the link below for more information.

www.greenchain.com/education

Henry Doubleday Institute/Garden Organic
Dedicated to researching and promoting organic gardening, farming and food. Visit the link below for more details.

http://www.hdra.org.uk


Herpetological Conservation Trust
Dedicated to the conservation of reptiles & amphibians. Visit the link below for more details.

http://www.herpconstrust.org.uk

Institute of Ecology & Environmental Management
The purpose of IEEM is to advance the science, practice and professionalism of ecology, environmental management and sustainable development. Visit the link below for more details.

www.ieem.net

Joint Nature Conservation Committee - JNCC
The Joint Nature Conservation Committee is the forum through which the three country conservation agencies - the Countryside Council for Wales, English Nature and Scottish Natural Heritage - deliver their statutory responsibilities for Great Britain as a whole, and internationally. Visit the link below for more details.

http://www.jncc.gov.uk

Learning Through Landscapes
Promotes the use of outdoor spaces for learning and playing. Visit the link below for more information.

www.ltl.org.uk

Mammal Trust UK
Dedicated to the conservation of our native animals and their habitats.

http://www.mammal.org.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id
=269&Itemid=302


National Biodiversity Network
A project to build the UK 's first network of biodiversity information. Visit the link below for more information.

http://www.nbn.org.uk

National Farmers Union
A democratic organisation representing farmers and growers in England and Wales , catering for the public and for NFU members.

http://www.nfuonline.com/


Natural History Museum
Promoting the discovery, enjoyment, understanding and responsible use of the natural world. Please visit the link below for more information.

http://www.nhm.ac.uk

People's Trust for Endangered Species
Since 1977, PTES has been helping to ensure a future for many endangered species throughout the world. Research and practical initatives undertaken. For more information visit the link below.

http://www.ptes.org

Plantlife
Dedicated to saving wild plants and their habitats. Visit the link below for more information.

http://www.plantlife.org.uk/

Pond Conservation
This is the national charity dedicated to creating and protecting ponds and the wildlife they support.

http://www.pondconservation.org.uk/


Postcode Plants Database
The database generates lists of natural plants and wildlife for any specified postal district in the UK .

http://www.nhm.ac.uk/nature-online/life/plants-fungi/postcode-plants


Royal Association for Disability & Rehabilitation (RADAR)
Provides advice to people with disabilities. Promotes gardening for disabled. Visit the link below for more information.
www.radar.org.uk

Royal National Institute for the Blind (RNBI)
Provides advice for blind and partially-sighted people. Sensory gardening promoted. Visit the link below for more information.

www.rnid.org.uk

Thrive
A national charity that aims for positive change in the lives of disabled and disadvantaged people through the use of gardening and horticulture. Visit the link below for more information.

www.thrive.org.uk .

Tracking Mammals Partnership
A collaborative initiative, involving 23 organisations with a variety of interests in UK mammals, which aims to improve the quality, quantity and dissemination of information on the status of mammal species in the UK . Visit the link below for more information.

http://www.trackingmammals.org

UK Phenology Network
This site enables anyone to register as a recorder and contribute data and help in the study of recurring natural phenomena especially in relation to climate change.

http://www.phenology.org.uk


Walks, Talks & Events Programme
Programme compiled for the public, produced by LBB's Bromley Countryside Ranger Service, and primarily based around events in Bromley's parks, open spaces and countryside. Visit the link below for more information.

http://www.bromley.gov.uk/MeetingsEventsConsultations

VINE
VINE is a forum for nature conservation professionals, land managers and all people who love and are inspired by the natural world which aims to promote a broad spectrum of ideas, values and emotions generated by peoples’ engagement with nature
www.vineproject.org.uk
 
 


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