There's plans to restore lost fenland near Bourne

It's hoped it'll encourage the return of iconic species to the area

Fenland
Author: Julie CastonPublished 9th Nov 2020
Last updated 9th Nov 2020

Plans to restore lost fenland near Bourne will see a 30% increase in the number of fenland habitats in Lincolnshire.

The project aims to restore 50 hectares of farmland with hopes it'll become a home for a wide variety of wildlife.

Butterfly

It will also link up nature reserves, and create a multi-purpose wetland which will store water for agriculture and improve water quality.

It's hoped it'll help see the return of iconic species such as bitterns, cranes and swallowtail butterflies.