WODC enhances office sites for wildlife and wellbeing
West Oxfordshire District Council has undertaken a series of ecological enhancements for both wildlife and visitors at the Woodgreen and Elmfield offices.
The improvements include:
- Hedgerow gapping up - suitable hedge species were planted to improve the site's connectivity for small mammals and invertebrates and provide nuts and berries for birds.
- Wildflower area - wildflower meadow of UK native species has been planted to attract bees, butterflies and beetles which in turn supports foraging bats and birds.
- Shrub planting - creating further habitat for small mammals and birds.
- Seating area - new benches crafted by a local carpenter allowing you to sit and enjoy the new wildflower area.
- Habitat pile - created for amphibians and reptiles to hibernate using grass clippings, deadwood and leaves.
- Bird, insect and bat boxes.
- Hedgehog highways - allowing hedgehogs to move freely between us and our neighbours.
West Oxfordshire District Council has partnered with Hexagon to launch the new Hexagon Business Hub at the Council's Elmfield offices. Sustainability has also been a priority in this project, with solar panels installed to power the building reducing environmental impact and contributing to the Council's 2050 net-zero commitment.
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