Chapter 10 Restoration and creation of floodplain meadows

Lawson, Clare and Rothero, Emma (2016). Chapter 10 Restoration and creation of floodplain meadows. In: Rothero, Emma; Lake, Sophie and Gowing, David eds. Floodplain Meadows - Beauty and Utility. A technical handbook. Milton Keynes: Floodplain Meadows Partnership, The Open University, pp. 68–86.

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Abstract

This chapter summarises the importance of restoration and creation. It outlines the steps involved in deciding what action needs to be taken based on a site assessment. It considers the different practical methods for restoration and creation, also considering the needs of the landowner. Examples are provided through real-life case studies.

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• Item ORO ID
• 82788
• Item Type
• Book Section
• ISBN
• 978-1-4730-2067-2 / 978-1-4730-2066-5
• Keywords
• floodplain meadows; grasslands; conservation; UK
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• Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) > Environment, Earth and Ecosystem Sciences
  Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
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• Clare Lawson