Biodiversity at UH

Biodiversity means variety of life and includes all species on our planet, their habitats and the interactions that occur between them. The University of Hertfordshire contains a wide variety of habitats that are locally important for biodiversity. The University grounds are also managed with biodiversity in mind.

Hazel Grove Woodland
Hazel Grove Woodland is an ancient hornbeam/oak bluebell woodland on the College Lane campus.
It is actively being traditionally managed by coppicing.
College Lane wildflowers
A large area of the College Lane campus is now being traditionally managed for wildflowers.
These areas are cut just once or twice a year to conserve the species found there. Read more
Landscape management

Grounds Maintenance: Biodiversity considerations are now integrated into the grounds contract.

UHBAP: A Biodiversity Action Plan for the main campuses is currently being prepared.

Bayfordbury Field Station

Bayfordbury Field Station is situated in the Lee valley just outside of Hertford. It contains a number of important habitats including ancient woodlands, grassland and a lake. Find out more