Have your say – Gloucestershire’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy – consultation launches

This pivotal moment invites everyone – from residents and community groups to landowners and nature enthusiasts – to have their say on shaping the future of Gloucestershire’s landscapes and wildlife.

Nature recovery is the process of restoring ecosystems and enhancing biodiversity by repairing the damage caused to the environment by humans. The UK is officially one of the world’s most nature-depleted countries, making a strategy like this more critical than ever.

Beginning 8 September 2025, the six-week consultation will give people the opportunity to review the draft LNRS, developed with the Gloucestershire Local Nature Partnership and a wide array of stakeholders. The strategy will set out ambitious priorities for restoring habitats, tackling the impacts of climate change, and nurturing our county’s natural heritage.

Cllr Martin Horwood, Cabinet Member for Environment and Planning at Gloucestershire County Council, commented: “’Nature recovery is one of our new administration’s top priorities and this is an exciting opportunity for Gloucestershire to take bold steps for nature. We want this plan to truly reflect the hopes and expertise of our communities. By taking part in the consultation, every resident can play a vital role in shaping a greener, wilder future for our county. Your input is essential—let’s come together and make nature recovery a reality!”

Nicola Hillary, Gloucestershire Local Nature Partnership Manager, said: “We’re grateful to many farmers, landowners, habitat and species experts, members of local communities, and local authority officers and councillors. They have already provided lots of information, local knowledge and feedback to help develop a strategy that can demonstrate the best opportunities for action for nature.”

Gloucestershire already benefits from a strong foundation of scientific data and collaborative projects, such as county-wide mapping of habitats and an emerging Nature Recovery Network. The LNRS builds on this work, highlighting locations where new habitats can be created and existing ones improved, across both urban and rural areas.

Feedback can be provided online Gloucestershire Local Nature Recovery Strategy | Have Your Say Gloucestershire. Or hard copies are available on request by calling 01452 328932. The survey closes on 5pm – 19 October 2025.

Whether you’re passionate about birds, woodlands, rivers, or meadows, your voice matters. Join the conversation, share your ideas, and help put nature at the heart of Gloucestershire’s future.