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The Return of the Grey Partridge: Restoring Nature on the South Downs
The Return of the Grey Partridge: Restoring Nature on the South Downs
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The Return of the Grey Partridge is a book that tells the extraordinary story of how wildlife is restored to the Arundel Estate in West Sussex. It shows how the farm of Peppering is gradually renatured, with fields divided up with hedgerows and trees, beetle banks built across fields, and the land manured rather than fed with artificial fertilisers. Detailed descriptions of nature give a sense of the estate coming back to life, with a rapid increase in wildlife and biodiversity.
Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2024
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd
The Return of the Grey Partridge is a captivating tale that unfolds the remarkable journey of restoring wildlife to the Arundel Estate in West Sussex. This inspiring story was sparked by the alarming decline in the population of the grey partridge, the focal point of the narrative. As the estate's managers became aware of the devastating impact of modern farming practices on wildlife, they embarked on a transformative journey to revitalize the natural ecosystem.
The book takes readers on a seasonal journey through the estate, showcasing how the farm of Peppering gradually undergoes a renaturation process. Fields are divided into hedgerows and trees, beetle banks are constructed across fields, organic manure is applied instead of artificial fertilizers, and significant portions of the land are reclaimed for pasture. Through detailed descriptions of nature, the reader witnesses the estate coming alive, evolving from a predominantly agricultural landscape to a thriving haven for wildlife and biodiversity.
The partridges, once absent, make a triumphant return, symbolizing the successful restoration efforts. This captivating account was written in collaboration with the Duke of Norfolk, the rightful owner of the Arundel Estate. It serves as a poignant and hopeful testament to the possibility of modern farming working harmoniously with nature to rejuvenate not only birdlife but to benefit the entire ecosystem. The Return of the Grey Partridge offers a valuable lesson in sustainable land management and demonstrates how we can restore the balance between human activities and the natural world.
Weight: 504g
Dimension: 163 x 242 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800819061
Edition number: Main
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