Create a Biodiversity Net Gain Site

Create a Biodiversity Net Gain Site on Your Land in Cornwall

You’ve got land – but it’s not earning what it should

Whether it’s wet, scrubby, or just not viable for farming or development, you’re not alone in wondering:

“Isn’t there a better way to make use of this?”

Through Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), we help landowners across Cornwall turn underused fields and woodland into a reliable, long-term income stream — while restoring nature at the same time.

Turning land into long-term income — and nature recovery

At Cornwall Environmental Consultants, we work with farmers and landowners to unlock the potential of underused land.

We help you:

  • Understand if your land is suitable for BNG
  • Design a habitat scheme that fits your goals
  • Navigate the legal and planning process
  • Create a hands-off, low-intervention option or a more active management plan — it’s your call.

Whether you’re interested in generating reliable income or funding a legacy nature project, we’ll help you build a plan that works for your land, your time, and your family.

Why landowners trust us

CEC is the consultancy arm of Cornwall Wildlife Trust — so we’re grounded in both conservation and practical delivery.

We understand the challenges of managing land in Cornwall. We work day in, day out with:

  • Developers, helping them meet BNG rules
  • Farmers and landowners, helping them build biodiversity projects that are practical and profitable
  • Planners, helping secure approval for nature-based solutions

We explain everything clearly, guide you through the BNG maze, and ensure you stay in control. You won’t lose good land — and you’ll gain a stronger future.

Our step-by-step process

We’ll walk you through everything:

1

Initial conversation and quote

A no-obligation chat to understand your land and goals. We’ll provide a quote for a site appraisal.
2

Site visit and appraisal

We map habitats, assess your site’s biodiversity baseline, and forecast the potential uplift and income.
3

Options and design

We create tailored habitat options and management plans to suit your land and approach.
4

Monitoring plan

We prepare a full Habitat Management & Monitoring Plan (HMMP) so you’re future-proofed.
5

Registration with DEFRA

We guide you through registering your land as a recognised BNG site.
6

Selling your units

Once registered, your site is eligible to sell biodiversity units — unlocking long-term, stable income.

What you gain — and what you avoid

By going through this process, you’ll:

  • Understand what your land is capable of
  • Generate a secure, long-term income stream
  • Create something positive for future generations
  • Avoid being left with low-value land and no long-term plan

You’ll be supporting Cornwall’s natural environment — and shaping your land’s future on your terms.

 

Ready to Begin?

Let’s turn your vision into something lasting. Whether you’re just curious or ready to act, we’ll help you explore what’s possible — and what’s profitable.