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Finham STW Sherbourne Inlet Sludge Dewatering Feasibility Phase 1 Habitat Survey Report 41518237 RT/EWI/NE11/0058/01.03

August 2011

Client: Severn Trent Water

Project: Finham STW Sherbourne Inlet Sludge Dewatering Feasibility

Document Title: Phase 1 Habitat Survey Report

MWH Project Code: 41518237 Document No: RT/EWI/NE11/0058/01.03

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01.00 April 2011 Preliminary Phase 1 Habitat Report Joyce B Moxon J. Langsford A. Marsh

01.01 May 2011 Draft Stage 2: Phase 1 Habitat Survey Report for circulation Joyce B Moxon J. Langsford A. Marsh

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Contents

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1. INTRODUCTION 1

2. METHODS 1

2.1. Desk Study 1

2.2. Phase 1 Habitat Survey 1

2.3. Habitat Suitability Index (HSI) for Great Crested Newts 1

3. SITE DESCRIPTION 3

3.1. Sherbourne Inlet 3

3.2. The Bacteria Beds 4

3.3. Target Notes (Figure 1) 4

4. PROTECTED SITES 5

4.1. Statutory Sites 5

4.2. Non-Statutory Sites 5

5. PROTECTED SPECIES 5

5.1. Great Crested Newts (Triturus cristatus) 5

5.2. Reptiles 7

5.3. White Clawed Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipes) 7

5.4. Birds 8

5.5. Water Voles 8

5.6. Otters (Lutra lutra) 8

5.7. Eurasian Badgers (Meles meles) 8

5.8. Hazel Dormouse (Muscardius avellanarius) 8

5.9. Bats 9

5.10. Small Heath Butterfly 9

6. INVASIVE SPECIES 9

7. HABITAT ASSESSMENT 9

7.1. Area A 9

7.2. Area B 9

7.3. Area C 10

7.4. Area D 10

7.5. Area E 10

7.6. Area F 10

7.7. Area G 10

8. POTENTIAL IMPACTS 11

8.1. The Sherbourne Inlet Scheme 11

8.1.1. Pre- and Mid Construction Phase 11


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8.1.2. Long Term Impacts 11

8.2. The Bacteria Beds Scheme 11

8.2.1. Pre- and Mid Construction Phase 11

8.2.2. Long Term Impacts 11

9. MITIGATION 12

9.1. The Sherbourne Inlet Scheme 12

9.2. The Bacteria Beds Scheme 12

10. RECOMMENDATIONS 12

11. REFERENCES 13

APPENDIX A Desk Study Data

APPENDIX B Aerial Photograph Phase 1 Habitat Plan (Figure 1), and Mitigation Plan (Figure 2)

APPENDIX C Photographic Log


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1. INTRODUCTION

MWH were requested to undertake a walkover survey of two areas within the Finham Sewage Treatment Works (STW) to identify any ecological constraints for the proposed work on the Sherbourne Inlet and on the disused bacteria beds.

The Sherbourne Inlet Works scheme comprises improvements to both the storm and treatment processes contained within the existing individual treatment process footprint.

The disused biological filter beds are to be emptied of media and a section utilised to provide a digested sludge dewatering and sludge cake storage facility.

2. METHODS

2.1. Desk Study

Ecological records within a 2km radius of the centre of the STW were obtained from the following organisations:

• Multi Agency Geographic Information for the Countryside (MAGIC) Website;

• NBN Gateway;

• Warwickshire Biological Records Centre (WBRC);

• Warwickshire Council website;

• Warwickshire Wildlife Consultants Report: Finham Water Reclamation Works: Ecological Site Survey, 1995; and

• Middlemarch Environmental Report: Great Crested Newt Habitat Risk Assessment & Outline Mitigation Strategy, Finham STW, 2008.

• Consultation with Warwickshire County Council Ecologist.

The desk study data received is contained in Appendix A.

2.2. Phase 1 Habitat Survey

A phase 1 habitat survey of Finham STW, Sherbourne Inlet and the disused bacteria beds was undertaken by an experienced ecologist on 23rd March 2011 using standard methodology (Joint Nature Conservancy Council, 2007). The site was examined for habitats of ecological conservation importance, signs of protected species and other potential environmental constraints. Target notes were used to locate key features and issues of environmental concern. Only the areas around the Sherbourne Inlet, the disused bacteria beds and the great crested newt ponds were surveyed.

The site was revisited on 4th August 2011 to check to status of the badger setts within the STW site.

2.3. Habitat Suitability Index (HSI) for Great Crested Newts

The HSI for great crested newts was calculated for all the ponds on site and on the adjacent golf course using guidance developed by Oldham et al (2000). The HSI is a geometric mean of ten suitability indices.

The ten suitability indices (Table 2.1) are scored for a pond, in the field and from map work, and converted to indices which are multiplied together and raised to the power of one tenth.



Table 2.1: Description of individual habitat suitability indices (SI)

SI Description

1 Geographic Location

2 Pond area

3 Pond drying

4 Water quality

5 Shade

6 Fowl

7 Fish

8 No. of Ponds within 1km

9 Terrestrial habitat

10 Macrophytes

HSI = (SI1 x SI2 x SI3 x SI4 x SI5 x SI6 x SI7 x SI8 x SI9 x SI10)1/10

The score is compared to a suitability scale shown in Table 2.2.

Table 2.2: Categories of HSI Scores

HSI Pond Suitability

<0.5 Poor

0.5 – 0.59 Below average

0.60 – 0.69 Average

0.70 – 0.79 Good

>0.8 Excellent



3. SITE DESCRIPTION

Finham STW is situated to the south west of Coventry Golf Course (Grid Reference: SP 334740) and comprises:

• two inlets (Sherbourne Inlet located in the west of the site, and Sowe Inlet located in the north east of the site);

• disused bacteria beds;

• activated sludge plant;

• sludge digestion plant;

• primary settlement tanks; and

• sludge thickening plant.

The River Sowe flows in a south westerly direction along the eastern boundary, and the B4113 (St Martin’s Road / Coventry Road) marks the south western boundary. The site is bisected by Finham Brook which flows in a north and easterly direction into the River Sowe. Beyond the road and the River Sowe is agricultural land.

3.1. Sherbourne Inlet

Habitats around Sherbourne Inlet included broad-leaved woodland, scattered trees and scrub, neutral grassland, amenity grassland and bare ground (Figure 1 Appendix B). North of the Sherbourne inlet was a pond (STW 1) and a marshy area with standing water (STW 2) on which soil, removed when the activated sludge tanks were constructed, has been stored. The soil was partly vegetated providing good terrestrial habitat for great crested newts.

The broad-leaved woodland (Photograph 1) formed a visual barrier along the B4113 with a canopy of oak (Quercus robur), ash (Fraxinus excelsior), silver birch (Betula pendula) and sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus), shrub layer of elder (Sambucus nigra) and brambles (Rubus fruticosus agg.) and ground flora of dog’s mercury (Mercurialis perennis), common nettle (Urtica dioica), ivy (Hedera helix) and cleavers (Galium aparine). Many of the trees were covered with ivy. The woodland has encroached on the area around the inlet comprising a younger canopy of crack willow and a ground flora dominated by common nettle.

Scattered trees and scrub, including willow (Salix sp.), sycamore, hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) and gorse (Ulex europaeus), has colonised the bare soil north of the Sherbourne Inlet (Photograph 2), the banks of Finham Brooke and several of the grassland areas.

Neutral grassland was located around some of the structures. Species present included false oat-grass (Arrhenatherum elatius), creeping thistle (Cirsium arvense), yarrow (Achillea millifolium), common ragwort (Senecio jacobaea) clover (Trifolium sp.) and dandelion (Taraxacum officinale).

Amenity grassland (Photograph 3), also located around some of the structures, was species-poor, comprising perennial rye-grass (Lolium perenne), creeping thistle, creeping buttercup (Ranunculus repens) and dove’s-foot crane’s-bill (Geranium molle).

Pond STW 1 (Photograph 4), located north of the Sherbourne Inlet, was approximately 120m2, with approximately 10% shade and 50% cover of marginal vegetation. There was no water fowl present on the day of the visit. It was assumed that there was no fish within in the pond and that the pond contained a



moderate invertebrate diversity. There was good terrestrial habitat around the pond and it does not dry out in summer.

The marshy area and pond STW 2 (Photograph 5) was dominated by reedmace (Typha latifolia) and willow scrub.

Finham Brook (Photograph 6) currently meanders through the woodland east of Sherbourne Inlet, and turns to flow in a south easterly direction meeting the River Sowe on the edge of the treatment works. The brook, surveyed from the bridges and the canalised section only, was variable in depth with shallow riffles a few centimetres deep, and pools. It was approximately 5m wide, moderately fast flowing with steep earth banks and a pebble channel substrate. The bank sides were vegetated with trees and scrub in Area E which provides shelter for animals such as otters and water voles.

3.2. The Bacteria Beds

Habitats around the disused bacteria beds included scattered trees and scrub, neutral grassland, flowing water and bare ground (Figure 1, Appendix B).

Scattered trees and scrub (Photograph 7) was located around the disused bacteria beds and along the canalised section of Finham Brook.

Neutral grassland (Photograph 8) with scattered brambles and moss was present around the margins of the disused bacteria beds.

Reedmace was present in the old settling tanks (Photograph 9) and the overflow channel was becoming overgrown with great willowherb (Epilobium hirsutum) and brambles.

Finham Brook (Photograph 10) flows south easterly along the northern boundary of the disused bacteria beds through a canalised section of the river. Gabions were present along both banks of the river which were sparsely vegetated with young willow and grasses. There was no habitat suitable for water voles in this section and no shelter for otters.

3.3. Target Notes (Figure 1)

1. Common pipistrelle bat roost.

2. The area north of Sherbourne Inlet was a mosaic of bare ground, ephemeral / short perennial habitat and neutral grassland with scattered scrub (Area A).

3. Concrete water inlet channel.

4. Great tit nesting under a traffic cone.

5. Chipped wood pile suitable for breeding reptiles.

6. Gabions on both banks of Finham Brook.

7. Animal tracks from under the boundary fence. Also badger or rabbit feeding scrapes.



4. PROTECTED SITES

4.1. Statutory Sites

There were no nationally important sites within 2km of the site.

4.2. Non-Statutory Sites

Ecosites are sites of regional and local biodiversity interest and are considered to play a fundamental role in meeting overall national biodiversity targets.

The Sewage Treatment Works itself is designated an Ecosite for its range of habitats including woodland, grassland and ponds. Important species included in the designation are pied wagtail (Motacilla alba) and grass snakes (Natrix natrix).

Finham Brook is identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (LWS) of possible County Importance. Upstream of the works the water quality is relatively high supporting populations of caddisfly, mayfly and stonefly. Brown trout (Salmo trutta) and water voles (Arvicola amphibious) have also been recorded upstream. LWS were previously described as Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINC).

In addition, there are a further 30 non-statutory sites (Ecosites) within 2km of the site. These sites include three Regionally Important Geological and Geomorphological Site (RIGGS), veteran trees, local wildlife sites and local nature reserves. These areas have been identified as good examples of wet woodland, species rich hedgerows and species rich meadows. All watercourses in Warwickshire are considered important for wildlife. Full list of sites and descriptions are given in Appendix A.

5. PROTECTED SPECIES

5.1. Great Crested Newts (Triturus cristatus)

A previous great crested newt survey reported a large population in the Coventry Golf Course ponds. Five ponds were located on the golf course and two within the site. Great crested newts will move around all the ponds to find the best area to lay their eggs.

Natural England has developed a tool to identify risks to great crested newts from developments. It is a guide only and is not a substitute for a risk assessment based on survey data.

The initial risk assessment for the Sherbourne Inlet refurbishments, prior to the great crested newt survey, was ‘Amber: Offence Likely’, as shown in see Table 5.1.



Table 5.1: Natural England Risk Assessment for the refurbishment of the Sherbourne Inlet.

Component Likely effect (select one for each component; select the most harmful option if more than one is likely; lists are in order of harm, top to bottom)

Notional offence probability score

Great crested newt breeding pond(s) No effect 0

Land within 100m of any breeding pond(s) No effect 0

Land 100-250m from any breeding pond(s) 1 - 5 ha lost or damaged 0.4

Land >250m from any breeding pond(s) 1 - 5 ha lost or damaged 0.04

Individual great crested newts Minor disturbance of newts 0.5

Maximum: 0.5

Rapid risk assessment result: AMBER: OFFENCE LIKELY

The bacteria beds are approximately 250m from the nearest pond (STW 2), and are separated by Finham Brook which flows through the site between them. It is unlikely that the newts will travel that distance and cross the brook. Therefore, the impact on individual newts has been scored as ”no effect” and the initial risk assessment for the removal of the disused bacteria beds is ‘Green: Offence Highly Unlikely’ (Table 5.2).

Table 5.2: Natural England Risk Assessment for the removal of the bacteria beds.

Component Likely effect (select one for each component; select the most harmful option if more than one is likely; lists are in order of harm, top to bottom)

Notional offence probability score

Great crested newt breeding pond(s) No effect 0

Land within 100m of any breeding pond(s) No effect 0

Land 100-250m from any breeding pond(s) No effect 0

Land >250m from any breeding pond(s) 1 - 5 ha lost or damaged 0.04

Individual great crested newts No effect 0

Maximum: 0.04 Rapid risk assessment result: GREEN: OFFENCE HIGHLY UNLIKELY

The HSI for the ponds surveyed are summarised in Table 5.3 below. The ponds have been surveyed to determine the population size of the great crested newt population located in the northern part of the sewage treatment works and the adjacent golf course.



Table 5.3: HSIs for the ponds surveyed for great crested newts

SI STW1 STW2 Golf7 Golf4 Golf3 Golf13 Golf14

1 - Location 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

2 - Pond area 0.3 0.95 0.5 0.95 0.4 1 0.8

3 - Pond drying 0.9 0.5 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9

4 - Water quality 0.67 0.67 0.67 0.67 0.67 0.67 0.67

4 - Shade 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

6 - Fowl 1 1 0.67 0.67 1 1 1

7 - Fish 1 1 1 1 0.33 0.33 0.33

8 - Ponds 0.85 0.85 0.85 0.85 0.85 0.85 0.85

9 - Terr'l habitat 1 1 0.67 1 0.67 0.67 0.33

10 - Macrophytes 0.8 0.9 0.4 0.55 0.35 0.35 0.3

HSI 0.81 0.87 0.74 0.84 0.66 0.72 0.65

Suitability Excellent Excellent Good Excellent Average Good Average

The current (MWH, 2011) population of great crested newts is medium in size. Both ponds (STW 1 and STW 2) on Finham STW and one pond (Golf 4) on the golf course are breeding ponds. The area around these ponds provides good terrestrial habitat for winter hibernation. These ponds form the centre of a local population.

The A46, a major road to the west, the River Sowe to the north and east and Finham Brook to the south form significant barriers to the dispersal of newts, isolating them from the nearest population recorded on the NBN Gateway website, which is located to the west of the A46 (Appendix A5).

The existing concrete inlet channel also forms a significant barrier between the great crested newt population and the proposed development. Therefore no newt fencing or development licence will be required.

5.2. Reptiles

Several areas of grassland were suitable for reptiles and grass snakes have been recorded in the area of the disused bacteria beds (Middlemarch, 2008).

Grass snakes have large ranges and feed on amphibians. They require warm areas for egg laying such as rotting vegetation and open areas for basking in the sun. A reptile survey of suitable habitat identified a small population located between ponds STW 1 and STW 2 (MWH, 2011).

No reptiles were seen basking in the areas to be developed. Therefore no reptile fencing will be required but a pre-construction hand search for reptiles in the area of the disused bacteria beds will be undertaken by a qualified ecologist.

5.3. White Clawed Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipes)

Crayfish were seen in Finham Brook on the day of the visit but were not confirmed as white clawed crayfish. A previous desk study (Middlemarch Environmental, 1995) showed no records of white clawed crayfish in this area. No work is to be undertaken in the Brook and therefore the work will have no impact on any crayfish present.



Silt from the proposed development will not be allowed to enter Finham Brook.

5.4. Birds

Birds seen on the site include wood pigeon (Columba palumbus), carrion crow (Corvus corone), chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs), black headed gull (Larus ridibundus), great tit (Parus major) and pied wagtail. Birds may nest in any of the trees and shrubs on site and therefore the removal of any trees and shrubs should be undertaken outside the breeding season (i.e. works should be undertaken between September and February inclusive).

A great tit was nesting in a traffic cone near the Sherbourne Inlet (Target Note 4, Figure 1).

5.5. Water Voles

Finham Brook was not surveyed for water voles. However, there was potential water vole habitat in Area E but not where Finham Brook has been canalised near the disused bacteria beds. Water voles have been recorded in Finham Brook upstream of the treatment works and on the River Sowe beside Coventry Golf Course, north east of the site.

No work will be undertaken in the watercourse or within 30m of the bank. Therefore, there will be no impact on water voles and no further survey is required.

5.6. Otters (Lutra lutra)

Finham Brook was not surveyed for otters. However, otters have been recorded in Finham Brook at Finham Bridge on the B4115 and on the River Sowe at Baginton, A45 Bridge south of the site.

No work will be undertaken in the watercourse or within 30m of the bank. Therefore, there will be no impact on otters and no further survey is required.

5.7. Eurasian Badgers (Meles meles)

There are historical records of a badger sett at:

• outside the boundary fence north of the confluence between Finham Brook and the River Stowe (Grid Ref SP33696.73898) - see Target Note G26 shown on the map contained in Appendices A12, with associated information given in Appendices A13 and A14, (Warwickshire Habitat Diversity Audit, 1997);and

• on the bank east of the of the wetland area (Middlemarch 2006).

There were animal tracks leading from a gap under the boundary fence upstream of the confluence of Finham Brook and the River Stowe. to the adjacent grassland, where there were signs of feeding. There were no badger hairs on the fence or latrines but there was extensive rabbit activity in this area. The sett identified in the Middlemarch Report (2006) was overgrown with brambles and no animal tracks were seen in this area

No setts, latrines or feeding activity are located within 30m of the proposed works and, therefore, there will be no impact on the local badgers by the proposed work.

5.8. Hazel Dormouse (Muscardius avellanarius)

There were no large areas of hazel within the woodland and scrub and no nearby populations are recorded on the NBN Gateway. Therefore, it is considered unlikely that dormice are present on the site.



5.9. Bats

Bats were seen feeding over ponds STW 1 and Golf 4 during the first two great crested newt survey visits (6th and 7th April 2011). A common pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pipistrellus) summer roost was located in two trees adjacent to pond STW1. 10 bats were seen exiting the tree and feeding over the pond.

The proposed work will have no impact on feeding bats.

5.10. Small Heath Butterfly

The small heath butterfly (Coenonympha pamphillus), a local Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) species, has been recorded on the site. Eggs are laid on common grasses and adults feed on brambles, ragwort, tormentil and yarrow which are all present on the site.

The areas where they have been recorded in the past will not be disturbed by the proposed development. Therefore no further surveys are required.

6. INVASIVE SPECIES

Himalayan balsam (Impatiens glandulifera), also known as Indian balsam, was located in the woodland adjacent to Finham Brook south of Sherbourne Inlet and around pond STW 1.

Himalayan balsam is listed in Schedule 9, Part II of The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, which makes it an offence under section 14(2) of the Act to plant or otherwise cause it to grow in the wild.

Himalayan balsam is shallow-rooted and easy to remove by hand. Plants removed during the construction process should be disposed of by composting on site in early June, before the flowering stage.

Himalayan balsam removed from site is classed as hazardous waste.

7. HABITAT ASSESSMENT

The habitats were assessed on their importance for the protection of the local populations of protected species, including great crested newts, reptiles, badgers, otters and birds, biodiversity and the ease with which the habitat could be replaced. The habitats have been grouped into areas likely to be used by the protected species present. A summary of the assessment is given in Table 4.1 and the locations of the areas grouped for assessment are shown in Figure 1, Appendix B. An aerial photograph of the site is also contained in Appendix B.

7.1. Area A

Area A (2.0ha) was a mosaic of scattered scrub, grassland and pioneer habitats. A grass snake was observed in this area, which was also good quality habitat for hibernating newts. Newts will move between the three breeding ponds (STW 1, STW 2 and Golf 4) and visit all the ponds in the area. Therefore, it is considered that Area A is of high local ecological importance.

7.2. Area B

Area B (2.1ha) was an area of broad-leaved woodland and scrub linking the breeding ponds. It would provide protection for newts and reptiles and provide shelter and foraging opportunities for fauna and nesting birds. Therefore, it is considered to be of high local ecological importance.



7.3. Area C

Area C (2.1ha) was an area of neutral grassland with bare ground and pioneer plants. It is likely that this area would be a barrier to the dispersal of newts but the edges may be used by basking reptiles. It is, therefore, considered to be of low local ecological importance.

7.4. Area D

Area D (1.4ha) was a mosaic of hard standing and amenity grassland. There is anecdotal evidence from Severn Trent Water staff that grass snakes use this area. Although the habitat was suitable for reptiles none were observed in this area during the reptile survey. Therefore, this area would be considered to be of moderate local ecological importance.

7.5. Area E

Area E (1.7ha) was semi-natural broad-leaved woodland and scrub adjacent to Finham Brook. It has the potential to provide shelter and foraging opportunities for fauna and nesting birds and is therefore classed as being of moderate local ecological importance.

7.6. Area F

Area F (43ha) was a mosaic of short grassland (golf fairways) with linear woodland areas planted with a variety of trees of variable age. The area between the ponds on the golf course is not impassable to newts but not ideal. Therefore the area adjacent to the River Sowe is the most likely dispersal route, linking the ponds on the golf course to the ponds on the STW. This area is, therefore, classed as being of moderate local ecological importance.

7.7. Area G

The area surrounding the old bacteria beds (Area G, 1.3ha) was neutral grassland with scattered scrub. Although the habitat was suitable for reptiles none were observed in this area during the reptile survey. Grass snakes have been recorded in this area, therefore it is considered of high local ecological importance. Therefore, this area would be considered to be of moderate local ecological importance.

Table 7.1 Ecological Importance of each area

Habitat Local Ecological Importance

Area A High

Area B High

Area C Low

Area D Moderate

Area E Moderate

Area F Moderate

Area G High



8. POTENTIAL IMPACTS

8.1. The Sherbourne Inlet Scheme

8.1.1. Pre- and Mid Construction Phase

No ponds will be destroyed during the proposed development. The core area of terrestrial great crested newt and reptile habitat (Areas A and B) will not be disturbed or lost.

There will be no vegetation clearance necessary in Area D, Therefore there will be no effect on the habitat or protected species using the area.

There will be no impact on Finham Brook and its associated wildlife, the great crested newt and grass snake populations or the local badgers.

8.1.2. Long Term Impacts

Construction in Area D will be restricted to the existing footprint of the active sewage treatment works and no barriers will be created to the dispersal of great crested newts. Therefore there will be no impact on the populations of great crested newt or grass snake.

There will be no loss of badger feeding area, disturbance to the nearest sett, habitat fragmentation or destruction of movement corridors. Therefore, there will be no impact on the local badger population.

There will be no impact on Finham Brook and its associated wildlife.

8.2. The Bacteria Beds Scheme

8.2.1. Pre- and Mid Construction Phase

Vegetation clearance in Area G will be restricted to a small area and will have a small, negative impact on marginal amphibian and reptile terrestrial habitat. Finham Brook forms a significant barrier to the migration of great crested newts into this area and therefore there will be no impact on the great crested newt population.

The loss of scattered trees and scrub will be small and undertaken outside the bird breeding survey to minimise disturbance.

The construction phase may pose a temporary threat to badgers. There were no obvious tracks in the vicinity of the bacteria beds, but to protect any curious badgers that may fall in, deep excavations left open over night must include a means of escape.

8.2.2. Long Term Impacts

A small area of marginal reptile habitat will be lost in Area G. Grass snake have large ranges and the main area used by them is likely to be Coventry Golf Course with the associated ponds. Therefore, there will be no long term impact on the grass snake population.

There will be no loss of badger feeding area, disturbance to the nearest sett, habitat fragmentation or destruction of movement corridors. Therefore, there will be no impact on the local badger population.

There will be no long term impact on Finham Brook and its associated wildlife.



9. MITIGATION

9.1. The Sherbourne Inlet Scheme

The scheme is within the footprint of the existing works and therefore no mitigation is proposed.

9.2. The Bacteria Beds Scheme

The following mitigation would enhance the habitat adjacent to Finham Brook for the benefit of the smooth newts, and the reptiles. These mitigation measures are shown in Figure 2, Appendix B and described below.

Finham Brook is a potential LWS possibly of county importance. Connectivity of cover for wildlife was poor where Finham Brook was canalised between the River Sowe and the upstream section of Finham Brook. The margins of the canalised section will be enhanced for grass snake by planting native trees and shrubs with open glades between the new Sludge cake pads and the brook. Trees and shrubs to be retained will be protected from construction with temporary fencing.

10. RECOMMENDATIONS

The following provides a summary of the recommendations and mitigation given in order to minimise the ecological impact of the proposed work in line with best ecological practice.

• Wherever possible, trees and shrubs will be retained, i.e. the minimum number of trees and shrubs will be removed;

• the removal of any trees and shrubs will be undertaken outside the breeding season (i.e. works will be undertaken between September to February inclusive);

• The canalised area of Finham Brook will be enhanced by planting native trees and shrubs for shelter for otters, leaving glades for basking reptiles;

• Important habitats will be protected from construction traffic with temporary fencing to avoid accidental damage;

• deep excavations left over night will include a means of escape to allow any animals falling in to escape;

• Silt from the proposed development will not be allowed to enter Finham Brook; and

• Himalayan balsam removed during the construction phase will be composted on site or disposed of off-site as hazardous waste;



11. REFERENCES

Gent,T., Gibson S 2003 Herpetofauna Manual. JNCC

Middlemarch 2006 Badger Survey of Finham STW, Coventry.

Middlemarch 2008 Extended Phase 1 Habitat Survey of Finham STW, Coventry.

MWH 2011 Finham STW Sherbourne Inlet Feasibility. Great Crested Newt and Reptile Survey Report.

Nature Conservancy Council (2007) Handbook for Phase 1 Habitat Survey. A Technique for Environmental Audit. Nature Conservancy Council, Peterborough.

Oldham R.S., Keeble J., Swan M.J.S. & Jeffcote M. (2000). Evaluating the suitability of habitat for the Great Crested Newt (Triturus cristatus). Herpetological Journal 10 (4), 143-155.


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APPENDIX A

Desk Study Data

HBA Phase 1 Target Notes Report 06 June 2011

Habitat Biodiversity Audit Museum Field Services Warwickshire County Council

Target Note Reference OS Grid Reference Date of Survey

sp37b10 SP3186273717 30/06/1998

Broad leaf semi natural trees beside a stream; they are mainly willowwith some mature ash and young alder. The ground flora dense and is dominatedby nettle with frequent rose bay willowherb; meadow sweet; cleavers; brambleand creeping thistle.

sp37b13 SP3185073945 30/06/1998

A poor semi improved hay meadow with frequent Arrhenatherum elatius;Dactylis glomerata; Holcus lanatus and Phleum pratense; there are more grassesthan forbs but those present include cow parsley; creeping thistle and creepingbuttercup.

sp37b14 SP3189673993 30/06/1998


sp37b7 SP3171473847 30/06/1998


sp37b8 SP3186273787 30/06/1998

A conifer plantation of Norway spruce which is about 5 years old. It isclose to a fruit farm so will probably be sold as Christmas trees.

sp37b9 SP3181173720 30/06/1998

A stream with well vegetated banks; they are dominated by nettle withfrequent Himalayan balsam; Glyceria maxima; teasel; and hogweed.

sp37c25 SP3178274470 13/10/1996

semi‐improved grassland dominated by Agrostis tenuis withCynosurus cristatus and lesser knapweed with some Dactylis glomerataand sorrel. Once a hay meadow now used to graze cattle but otherwiseneglected. Bounded by a small brook lined with willow and alder.

sp37c26 SP3156374232 13/10/1996

Roadside hedge containing a wide diversity of woody specieswhich include hazel, oak, holly, elder, hawthorn with some blackthornand elm.

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sp37c7 SP3163274871 13/10/1996

Clearing which has been invaded by bracken. Contains recentoak planting. Also contains Deschampsia caespitosa, Carex sylvaticaand foxglove.

sp37c8 SP3154474708 13/10/1996

Semi‐natural ash woodland with some oak and occasional grandfir. Fairly open canopy with a dense hazel and holly understorey. Ground flora includes bramble, Dryopteris dilatata, Dryopterisfilix‐mas, Athyrium felix‐femina, enchanter's nightshade, figwort,bugle and yellow pimpernel with Polytrichum formosum, Mnium hornum,Thuidium tamariscinum and possibly Atrichum undulatum.

sp37g1 SP3385873043 14/10/1997

A strip of broad leaf trees beside the road dominated by oak and beech. The understorey contains hawthorn; English elm; holly; blackthorn; dog rose and ash saplings. The ground cover is dominated by ivy and brambles; withfrequent cow parsley; garlic mustard and occasional greater stitchwort; andbracken. The grasses beside the road include Festuca rubra; Arrhenatherumelatius; Elytrigia repens and Dactylis glomerata.

sp37g10 SP3313873066 14/10/1997

This patch of roadside grassland is dominated by Dactylis glomerata andArrhenatherum elatius with frequent Festuca rubra and Agrostis stolinifera.Dock; hogweed and nettles are also frequent; with occasional cow parsley andcreeping cinquefoil.

sp37g11 SP3394173829 14/10/1997

This area of rank grassland is enclosed as part of Finham sewagetreatment works; and contains frequent Dactylis glomerata; Arrhenatherumelatius; nettles; dock and creeping thistle.

sp37g12 SP3387573849 14/10/1997

This area of damp semi‐improved grassland has frequent Festuca rubra;Dactylis glomerata; Holcus lanatus; Phleum pratense and occasional tussocks ofDeschampsia caespitosa. There is an oval shaped hollow with damper conditionswhere Juncus effusus is dominant; while F. rubra is dominant on the steeperbanks. Also frequent in places are bog stitchwort; common chickweed; tormentil;common sorrel; silverweed; creeping buttercup; meadow buttercup; creepingthistle; marsh thistle; hemlock and a birds‐ foot trefoil species.

sp37g13 SP3290072244 14/10/1997

A mature oak plantation with no understorey and ground cover dominated byDactylis glomerata; with nettles; white dead nettle; common chickweed andbrambles.

sp37g14 SP3259773816 14/10/1997

A small shallow pond in an arable field; surrounded by several large oakand ash trees and some blackthorn and elder scrub; nettles; great willowherb;dock and cow parsley.

sp37g15 SP3300973769 14/10/1997

This patch of woodland is a mature oak plantation with a denseunderstorey dominated by hawthorn; with holly; ash; elder and field maplealsopresent. The ground cover is dominated by continuous brambles with frequentgarlic mustard; Bromus ramosus; Dactylis glomerata; nettles; and occasionalrosebay willowherb; nipplewort; wood avens and smooth sow‐thistle.

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sp37g16 SP3325073634 14/10/1997

Patch of semi natural broad leaf woodland; consisting of oak; ash andpoplar; with large mature willows beside the river to the east. Beside the roadto the west there is a hedge containing hawthorn; field maple; blackthorn;elder and dog rose.; and within the wood there is an understorey of blackthornand hawthorn. A steep bank borders the Finham sewage works. The ground cover isdominated by ivy and brambles; with some garlic mustard and nettles.

sp37g17 SP3225772993 14/10/1997

King's Wood plantation. This pine plantation was being felled in part atthe time of survey; with mature trees being retained around the perimeter andaround the slurry tank within the plantation; the landowner intends to replantconifers when felling is completed. There is an understorey of elder around theperimeter; and a ground cover of brambles; nettles; rosebay willowherb; malefern and bracken.

sp37g18 SP3369072392 14/10/1997

Stoneleigh Park; recorder site no 494. A large area of semi naturalwoodland containing some very old trees; some of the oaks and beech trees arebetween 300 and 500 years old. The area is well managed with new trees beingplanted as well as areas being thinned to allow light into the canopy. Thereis a range of habitats; the whole area is on a steep bank sloping to the riverand there is a wide range of wildlife. There are reported sightings of littleowls; tawny owls; barn owls; badgers and kingfishers. The wood is dominated bymature oak trees with some areas of mature beech and a small area of oldsycamore plantation. There are also other trees; mainly scattered among the oaktrees; these include horse chestnut; sweet chestnut; lime; birch; field mapleand ash. Rides have been cut through the woodland these are covered in grassdominated by Holcus lanatus with abundant Festuca rubra and Poa annua; thereare patches of Juncus effusus beside the path as the area is quite damp. Muchof the understorey has been cleared; but there are still patches of elder anddog rose with occasional hawthorn bushes. The ground cover in most areas isdominated by bracken and frequent brambles; there are also patches of burdockand nettles. There is also frequent wood forget me not; blue bells; meadowbuttercup; ground ivy and thistles. The river has steep banks and is edged onthe southern side by a row of poplars; vegetation along the banks is dominatedby great willow herb and nettles with occasional reed beds. There is a youngconifer plantation to the north of the wood to screen the golf course.

sp37g19 SP3328473852 14/10/1997

An area of young broad leaf plantation bordering the sewage works; it isdominated by sycamore with frequent elder.

sp37g2 SP3389872941 14/10/1997

This is a patch of broad leaf plantation containing ash; elm; sycamore andpoplar. The understorey is quite dense and is dominated by hawthorn and elderwith some holly and dog rose. The ground‐ cover is mainly nettles and brambleswith frequent nipplewort; ivy; cow parsley; herb robert and some Bromus ramosus.

sp37g20 SP3326073779 14/10/1997

Broad leaf plantation woodland dominated by sycamore and silver birchwith some hawthorn; hazel; elder and dog rose as well as some mature turkey oakstandards. The whole area is on a steep bank screening the site from the road. There are frequent lords and ladies in the ground cover as well as bramblesand ground ivy.

sp37g21 SP3326773713 14/10/1997

A small; partly shaded pool with steep bank. The surrounding banks aredominated with tall ruderals such as water figwort which fringes the pool; andnettles; selfheal; spear thistle and rose bay willowherb. The top of the poolbanks are dominated by mosses such as Calligeron caspidatum; Eurynchiumconfertum; Rhytidiadelphus squarrosus and Plagiomnium undulatum.

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sp37g22 SP3335673717 14/10/1997

An area of semi natural broad leaf woodland on a south facing slope. Themiddle of the slope is dominated by turkey oak with an understorey of elder andhawthorn. The field layer is dominated by ivy with frequent Dryopterisaustriaca; Dryopteris filix‐mas and bluebells with occasional hemlock andteasel. The bottom of the slope is dominated with mature oaks and the top ofthe bank has been colonised by dense hawthorn scrub.

sp37g23 SP3346273862 14/10/1997

This is an area of amenity grassland around the bacterial beds severallarge coniferous trees surround the beds. There is a large number of piedwagtails feeding on the bacterial beds.

sp37g24 SP3343973760 14/10/1997

An area of dense planted hawthorn scrub containing some young oak treesand much fallen dead wood. The bank steeply slopes towards the river. Crackwillow and nettles grow beside the river; further up the bank there is frequentlesser celandine and red campion. There are two holes under a fallen tree onthe bank which appear to be a fox's den.

sp37g25 SP3357173776 14/10/1997

A broad leaf plantation dominated by crack willow; it is on a steep bankand there is much dead wood and ivy on the ground.

sp37g26 SP3369673898 14/10/1997

A grass clearing surrounded by hawthorn scrub. The clearing is wellgrazed by rabbits and the area also contains a used artificial badger set. Most of the tall ruderals in the area have such as rose bay willow herb andnettles have been cut back to give a good view of the badger set from the hide. The dominant grass in the clearing is Agrostis stolonifera.

sp37g27 SP3372373829 14/10/1997

An area of broad leaf plantation woodland dominated by crack willow andgrey poplar with frequent alder. The ground flora is dominated by nettles withoccasional Dryopteris filix‐mas and water figwort.Small patch of conifers in broad‐leaved woodland.

sp37g28 SP3326372696 31/05/2007

Small patch of conifers in broad‐leaved woodland.

sp37g3 SP3368073050 14/10/1997

A semi improved field dominated by Agrostis tenuis with frequent Loliumperenne; Dactylis glomerata; Phleum pratense and patches of creeping thistle;dock and nettles.

sp37g4 SP3334372941 14/10/1997

An ungrazed semi improved field dominated by Agrostis tenuis with frequentDactylis glomerata; Elytrigia repens and Arrhenatherum elatius. There are veryfew forbs; only patches of dock and thistles at the northern end.

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sp37g5 SP3328772676 14/10/1997

Semi natural broad leaved woodland dominated by mature oak with horsechestnut. The understorey is quite dense and is mainly young sycamore withEnglish elm; oak saplings; elder and occasional hawthorn. The ground cover isdominated by tree ivy; nettles and nettles; with frequent bittersweet; dogsmercury; common mouse‐ear; garlic mustard and occasional male fern; bracken andbindweed. There were some fallen trees at the south end of the wood andFestuca rubra beside the road.

sp37g6 SP3317572544 14/10/1997

This is a small area of semi natural broad leaf woodland beside the RiverAvon; the bank is very steep and the wood is dominated by oak with elm;sycamore; horse chestnut and alder. There is elder in the understorey and somegoat willow; there is little ground cover which is mostly nettles.

sp37g7 SP3321472653 14/10/1997

This is a dense patch of tall ruderals by the River Avon dominated bynettles and dock. The bank is not very steep here.Visited and confirmed on 31/05/2007 by KRM.

sp37g8 SP3323473429 14/10/1997

This long field alongside the River Sowe has frequent Phleum pratense andAgrostis stolinifera; and occasional Dactylis glomerata and Lolium perrene.Forbs include frequent creeping thistle; yarrow; creeping buttercup; silverweedand common vetch. The banks of the river are steep; around one metre high; anddominated by nettles; with small reedbeds in places. There are occasionalwillows along the east bank; and oaks; alder; elder and hawthorn along the westbank.

sp37g9 SP3318173125 14/10/1997

This island between the River Sowe and a deep narrow ditch is covered withwillow; blackthorn; elder and silver birch scrub; and the ditch itself isovergrown with reeds; nettles and choked with fool's water cress.

sp37h1 SP3376475938 06/10/1996

Alder woodland used as an amenity nature trail. Contains hawthorn; whitewillow and some holly with dense banks of hedge bindweed; nettle; ivy andbramble with occasional Dryopteris dilatata; herb robert; Bromus ramosus andEurhynchium praelongum. The small brook that runs through the site isgenerally heavily vegetated with abundant great willowherb; woody nightshade;Glyceria fluitans; brooklime with yellow flag; duck weed and occasional fool'swatercress occurring where the stream has been opened out to form a pool. SomeCarex pendula has been planted on the banks.

sp37h10 SP3334974226 06/10/1996

Steep river banks dominated by sycamore with occasional hawthorn; and afield layer of dense bramble. The site has been used for fly‐tipping.

sp37h11 SP3344174213 06/10/1996

Steep river banks ‐ the south bank has been reinforced with concrete inparts. Crack willow predominates; with occasional weeping willow; hawthorn andalder. The field layer is dominated by dense brambles with patches of nettles;and occasional dog‐rose.

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sp37h12 SP3322774285 06/10/1996

An area of poor semi‐improved grassland adjacent to the storm tanks ofFinham sewage works. Dominated by Dactylis glomerata with frequent Festucarubra and occasional Holcus lanatus and Elytrigia repens. There is frequentchickweed and vetches; and patches of both Juncus inflexus and hogweed. Pilesof logs and brashings left in this area provide a good invertebrate habitat.

sp37h13 SP3331074262 06/10/1996

A patch of poor semi‐improved grassland dominated by Agrostisstolonifera and Agrostis capillaris and occasional Festuca rubra and Dactylisglomerata. There are frequent daisies and yarrow; and some common mallow.

sp37h14 SP3316474173 06/10/1996

Broad‐leaved plantation woodland. A flat area north of the river isdominated by crack willow standards; with a steep bank leading up to an areawhere sparser grown‐out coppiced crack willow merge into the adjacent grassland.The understorey is sparse and consists mainly of elder; while the field layeris dominated by nettles with some areas of bluebells and occasional clumps ofCarex pendula. There is a great deal of dead wood and a fox earth beneath afallen tree. The south bank of the river has tall willow standards and somepollarded willow; and steep earth banks which show signs of possible water voleactivity.

sp37h15 SP3347174493 06/10/1996

A strip of semi natural broad leaved woodland separating the sewage worksfrom the golf course; mostly mature oaks with some sycamore and an elderunderstorey.

sp37h2 SP3385075314 06/10/1996

Old dense plantation woodland adjacent the River Sowe. Part planted withlime; some spruce; red wood; pine and poplar although alder; willow and elmstill remain. Ground flora is typical woodland with wood avens; ivy and Bromusramosus. However rhododendron; laurel; snowberry and himalayan balsam are alsopresent.

sp37h3 SP3396674943 06/10/1996

Disturbed sandy ground ‐ heavily grazed by rabbit. Agrostis stoloniferadominates in part with frequent Holcus lanatus; Carex otrubae; ragwort andstorksbill favours areas that are heavily grazed with a high percentage ofbryophyte cover and some Peltigera lactucifolia (possibly) ‐ haresfoot cloverAira caryophyllea and bush vetch also occur. Piles of sandy material is afeature of the site and contains areas of bare ground as well as hedgecranesbill; elder; dock and Elymus repens with sheep's sorrel dominating insmall patches. Lady's bedstraw and Carex muricatas spp lamprocarpa is foundaround the edge of dense bramble scrub and is associated with a small expanseof festuca rubra. Arrhenatherum elatius dominates the southern part of themeadow.

sp37h4 SP3390674925 06/10/1996

Young plantation at the edge of the golf course contains a wide variety oftrees including a few pine. Ground dominated by Arrhenatherum elatius withsome lady's bedstraw; yarrow and lesser stitchwort. Evidence of badger.

sp37h5 SP3274274587 06/10/1996

Area of rough grazing with course species of grass persisting.

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sp37h6 SP3359774371 06/10/1996

A bank of semi improved grassland dominated by Arrhenatherum elatius; withfrequent Festuca rubra and Holcus lanatus. Perforate St. John's wort andribwort plantain are also frequent. The area is being encroached by ash;hawthorn and brambles and is has been planted with conifers; oak; and poplar.Green woodpecker was seen.

sp37h7 SP3341574341 06/10/1996

Semi improved grassland area dominated by Arrhenatherum elatius withfrequent Holcus lanatus and Agrostis stolonifera; and a bank of dense hawthornscrub.

sp37h8 SP3342274404 06/10/1996

Area of swamp in a man‐made hollow dominated by Typha latifolia in thecentre with a band dominated by Juncus effusus around the margins. Greatwillowherb; brambles and patches of marshy grassland are also frequent at thedrier margins. To the north‐east of the swamp is an ephemeral area dominated bymosses; which include Calliergon cuspidatum and Rhytidiadelphus squarrosus. Theupper slopes of the hollow are semi improved grassland dominated byArrhenatherum elatius and Dactylis glomerata with occasional Elytrigia repens;and patches of hawthorn and broom scrub.

sp37h9 SP3341874520 06/10/1996

A pond in a hollow surrounded by steep banks covered in brambles and withseveral mature oaks. Juncus effusus is frequent around the water's edge; andareas of duckweed on the surface. Two active badger sets were found in thebanks.

sp37l16 SP3435972417 06/10/1997

Triangular patch of semi‐improved grassland within a road junction. The dominant grass is Poa annua; with frequent Arrhenatherum elatius and Lolium perenne. There is a high proportion of forb species; including dock; yarrow; scented mayweed; perennial sow‐thistle; creeping buttercup; hogweed; cow parsley; silverweed; prickly lettuce and common mouseear.

sp37l17 SP3426472437 06/10/1997

A strip of broad leaved trees between the road and the golf course with mature oak and beech standards; and an understorey dominated by young sycamore. A ditch runs alongside the road; which is predominantly filled with nettles with bracken along the banks; bracken is also dominant under the trees; with ground ivy; rosebay willowherb; bittersweet and burdock frequent in patches. Arrhenatherum elatius and Festuca rubra are also frequent.

sp37l18 SP3407872597 06/10/1997

A strip of broad leaved trees between the road and golf course with mature oak and beech standards; and an understorey of hawthorn; young oak and elder; with some young planted ash trees. The ground flora consists of frequent bracken; nettles and rosebay willowherb; with occasional spear thistle; burdock; bittersweet; hogweed and cow parsley.

sp37l19 SP3433872330 06/10/1997

Fast‐flowing river with bankside vegetation dominated by nettles and bracken; with teasel; water forget‐me‐not; Glyceria maxima; Juncus sp. and water dock also identified from the bridge.

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sp37l20 SP3427773242 06/10/1997

Chantry Heath Wood. This western area of the wood is a pine plantation with Turkey oak and beech planted around the edges. Quite densely shaded; there are occasional young hemlock; horse chestnut; and holly trees beneath the canopy; and outside of the game pens there is a ground cover of bracken and brambles with occasional male fern and wood sage; and Juncus effusus in damp patches. The gamekeeper reports a wide range of birds of prey have been seen; including buzzard; kestrel; merlin; sparrowhawk and goshawk; which he does not attempt to discourage; and that two species of orchids are present; which could not be confirmed at the time of the survey.

sp37l21 SP3440373265 06/10/1997

Chantry Heath Wood. This eastern area of the wood is a mixed plantation of pine; English and Turkey oak; beech; birch; horse chestnut and sweet chestnut. Ponds have been dug out in the centre of this area; and the canopy is more open than the western side of the plantation; with a ground flora including brambles; wood avens; wood sage and rosebay willowherb.

sp37l22 SP3411173462 06/10/1997

Gospel Oak ponds. Three steep sided ponds with mature oak and beech trees surrounding them. There are small patches of Phragmites australis; Phalaris arundinacea and Juncus effusus around the water's edge; with occasional foxglove; great willowherb and common Solomon's‐seal.

sp37l23 SP3498873536 06/10/1997

Grassland dominated by Dactylis glomerata and Arrhenatherum elatius with patches of scrub and thistle; dock and nettles.

sp37l24 SP3452172911 06/10/1997

Patch of semi‐natural woodland with mature oak and ash; and a predominantly elder understorey; with some elm and hawthorn. The ground cover is dominated by nettles and bramble; with some rosebay willowherb.

sp37l25 SP3475773492 06/10/1997

Nursery; with young trees and shrubs.

sp37l26 SP3461173758 06/10/1997

Orchard; with widely spaced apple trees; access was not obtained to identify grass and forb species present.

sp37l28 SP3507473920 06/10/1997

Old disused breakers yard now vegetated over in the main although heavily rabbit grazed. Surrounded by dense and often encroaching bramble scrub and nettle with goat willow; hawthorn and dog rose ‐ some japanese knotweed occurs near the site entrance. The site contains shallow flooded pools with some small marsh areas which are generally dominated by Juncus inflexus; Juncus effusus; or Carex hirta with bryophytes and creeping buttercup. The rest of the area is either ephemeral ground with scentless mayweed; great mullein; weld and broadleaf willowherb or tall ruderal with thistles; ragwort; great plantain and creeping 29

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sp37l29 SP3497373959 06/10/1997

Small area of grassland with birch and a fringe of dense bracken with rosebay willowherb. Much of the grassland has recently been burnt and makes assessment difficult. However the appears to be poor Arrhenatherum elatius �grassland which is heavily grazed by rabbits.

sp37m10 SP3487074942 25/10/1996

Area of Semi improved grassland on a land‐fill. The area was formally a sand pit. The field contains the following grasses: Elytrigia repens dominant, Agrostis stolonifera dominant, Deschampsia cespitosa locally frequent, Dactylis glomerata and Phragmites australis rare. Also containing the following: nettles, cow parsley, dovesfoot cranesbill, ribwort plantain and mugwort are locally frequent with occasional yarrow, creeping thistle and bramble. Wild carrot, teasel, wild poppies and Juncus inflexus are rare. Ox‐eye daisy also present. Adjacent to the car park there is an area of mown grass of equal size, this area may be used for extra parking. The grounds man has reported wild orchids being seen.

sp37m11 SP3436474885 25/10/1996

Area of semi improved grassland which is being lost to scrub. The grassland area contains Dactylis glomerata dominant, Elytrigia repens dominant also present is mugwort, creeping thistle, lesser knapweed and cleavers. The West‐side contains dovesfoot cranesbill frequent, ribwort plantain occasional and rosebay willowherb rare. The north‐side contains bramble dominant, goat willow and sycamore. The centre contains dense scrub with the following present: bramble and broom are dominant with willow and rosebay willowherb frequent. This area was a good habitat for birds.

sp37m12 SP3422774801 25/10/1996

Area of semi improved grassland on disturbed ground, grasses present include Dactylis glomerata, Elytrigia repens and rosebay willowherb was locally abundant. The grassland has a large area of scrub, which includes dense japanese knotweed, bramble, nettles, poplars, new growth of sycamore and oak. There is a small area being used to store timber.

sp37m13 SP3429074517 25/10/1996

Broad‐leaved plantation containing willow and beech with a stream running through. The under‐storey includes elder and hawthorn. Floor coverage present includes: bramble, himalayan balsam. Nettles also occur although coverage is scattered.

sp37m14 SP3416774413 25/10/1996

Area of semi improved grassland containing Dactylis glomerata dominant, Elytrigia repens with nettles locally dominant.

sp37m15 SP3412274204 25/10/1996

Area of mixed plantation on the golf course.

sp37m16 SP3423374312 25/10/1996

Area of improved grassland used for pony grazing.

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sp37m17 SP3408674036 25/10/1996

Area of semi natural Broad‐leaved woodland. The woodland has a thin understorey which contains elder and hawthorn. The floor coverage contains frequent ground ivy, nettles, cleavers and bramble. Burdock, red campion and wood avens also occur.

sp37m18 SP3419974708 25/10/1996

Area of poor semi improved grassland which contains: Dactylis glomerata dominant, Elytrigia repens frequent with Phleum pratense, Agrostis capillaris, ragwort, nettles and bramble.

sp37m37 SP3451875221 25/10/1996

Semi‐improved grassland over damp sandy soil of a southerly aspect. Contains abundant Cynosurus cristatus and Agrostis stolonifera with Holcus lanatus, Dactylis glomerata, Poa pratense and some patches of ragwort, Festuca rubra and yarrow. Sheep's sorrel occurs in dense patches on the steep sloping banks.

sp37m38 SP3454175303 25/10/1996

Damp or water filled hollows within what appears to be old sand workings along the banks of the River Sowe. Past overgrazing and poaching may have reduced the botanical interest of the area, although brooklime, mint and fool's watercress can still be found in areas protected from grazing.

sp37m39 SP3443375266 25/10/1996

Small area of steep north facing bank containing a strip of semi‐natural woodland and a band of semi‐mature broadleaf plantation. The woodland comprises of mature oak and birch with hawthorn, holly and bramble scrub. The ground flora has been affected by horse grazing which although contains red campion and Dryopteris dilatata has been largely colonised by foxglove and bracken (also japanese knotweed appears to be locally dominant). Alder occurs on a narrow strip of flood plain at the base of the slope with willow and a few ash. Much of the ground flora is dominated by nettles with various umbellifers including wild angelica. The whole area contains dead lying timber. Other features includes moss covered rock exposures, an underground brick built structure which has potential for hibernating bats, and a badger sett with a good deal of badger activity

sp37m8 SP3459775088 25/10/1996

Old pasture on undulating and sloping ground, unlikely to have been ploughed, but heavily horse grazed and floristically impoverished.

sp37m9 SP3466474615 25/10/1996

Former pond having dried out and being colonised by occasional Typha latifolia, great willowheb, water forget‐me‐not and Glyceria fluitans.

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Joyce Moxon MWH UK Ltd. Melbourne House Ltd. Melbourne Street Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne & Wear NE1 2JQ 17 June 2011 Dear Joyce Ecological data search around Finham Sewage Treatment Works Grid Reference: SP 334 740 Thank you for your consultation. I have consulted the Warwickshire Biological Records Centre and have the information on your area of search, which should be read in conjunction with the enclosed map. Phase 1 Habitat survey data, as requested, is enclosed. The information presented here is based on existing records held within the Warwickshire Biological Records Centre but does not constitute an exhaustive list of known records. The details are descriptive and further information on specific sites can be obtained if required. In addition, it should not be taken that the lack of details on specific groups (e.g. invertebrates) means that sites are not valuable for them - only that we have no current records. It is also possible that unknown sites and species are within this area that only an up-to-date systematic survey would find. Due to a licencing issue, Special Areas of Conservation (SAC), Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Local Nature Reserves (LNR) can not be illustrated within the enclosed map. For boundaries of the SACS, SSSIs or LNRs please see the website Nature on the Map. 1. NATIONALLY IMPORTANT SITES A Site of Special Scientific Interest is a nationally important site, none of which fall within your area of search. For definitive information on SSSIs please contact Natural England.

Environment & Economy Lois Browne Ecologist Warwickshire Biological Records Centre Warwickshire Historic and Natural Environment The Butts Warwick CV34 4SS Tel: 01926 418060 Fax: 01926 412974 [email protected] [email protected] www.warwickshire.gov.uk/wbrc Our Ref: MWH1796 Your Ref: Finham Sewage Treatment Works

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2. NON-STATUTORY SITES County Important sites are known as ‘Local Wildlife Sites’ (previously Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation). There are also a number of sites of nature conservation importance, termed "Ecosites", which are found within your area of search. I enclose information about the designation and grading of Ecosites in the table below. The county is currently reviewing its site system and will be identifying further Local Wildlife Sites (LWSs) over the next few years. Currently we have identified those sites which are potential Local Wildlife Sites (pLWSs) and these are also indicated below with the Ecosite details and on the enclosed map. However it is important to note that the boundaries of the pLWSs shown on the map are indicative only as these sites have not yet been graded by the LWS system or confirmed by the LWS panel. Some Ecosites are also Regionally Important Geological and Geomorphological Sites (RIGSs) or statutory Local Nature Reserves (LNRs). Details of these designations are also given in the table below with the Ecosite details. The table below gives brief details of all known Ecosites within your area of search, please see enclosed map for location. Sites of regional and local biodiversity interest are considered to play a fundamental role in meeting overall national biodiversity targets, and therefore appropriate weight must be attached to designated Ecosites in all planning applications (Planning Policy Statement 9 – Biodiversity and Geological Conservation). N.B. All watercourses are considered to be of ecological importance, but accurate assessment of the relative importance of the various stretches is not generally possible as yet. Structure and Local Plan policies provide protection for these sites or, in circumstances where development is allowed, require mitigation measures to off-set any damage. In order to achieve this it is essential that adequate survey details, for sites which may be affected by development, are gathered at a very early stage. For sites of high biodiversity value this requires Phase 2 survey work and species specific surveys such as for invertebrates, mammals, birds and so on. Guidance is available from the Institute of Environmental Assessment’s (IEA) in “Guidelines for Baseline Ecological Assessment”. Please note that the brief descriptions below include species records recorded within the whole Ecosite, and therefore potentially an area outside of your specific area of search. In particular, descriptions of linear Ecosites such as water courses and railway lines may include species which were not necessarily recorded within your area of search.

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2.1 Ecosites

Ecosite

Description

Ecosite 06/37 Stoneleigh Park RIGS

Identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). Site of County nature conservation value. A small part of this Ecosite includes Motslow Hill Regionally Important Geological Site (RIGS). A large site which includes the RASE / National Agricultural Centre, Stoneleigh Abbey and Stoneleigh Deer Park. Stoneleigh Deer Stoneleigh Deer park is of particular importance for its veteran trees and rare invertebrates, many of which are associated specifically with the veteran trees. In addition to the trees there are other features in the parkland which are also of substantive value, including a Regionally Important Geological Site (RIGS), the River Avon and several species which are specially protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act, 1981. The site contains includes mature and ancient oaks Quercus spp., sweet chestnut Castanea sativa, beech Fagus sylvatica and turkey oak Quercus laevis. There is also a small pond surrounded by willows Salix spp., and other vegetation, which may well support amphibians. The mature trees provide nesting holes for a large population of little owls and kestrels as well as birds such as blue tit. Roosting bats may well be associated with the mature trees, and are likely to also roost in some of the numerous buildings on the site. Area requires additional survey work to map those areas of particular interest, as much of the Ecosite is of parish value. Deer Park Business Centre Area The old parkland trees are of the highest value to Warwickshire and are of County nature conservation value, that is, substantive value in terms of planning policy guidance PPS9. These veteran trees display typical features such as heart rot, sap runs, rot holes and dead wood (standing and fallen). Such habitats on ancient trees are essential to the survival of some of our rarest invertebrates. Superficial surveys from the footpaths/ site edges have resulted in the discovery of the very rare Red Bata Book hoverfly Psilota anthracina, which is listed by the Council of Europe as being internationally threatened. The oaks also provide nesting holes for a large population of little owls and have included nesting sites for kestrels as well as birds such as blue tit. A number of birds were observed which do currently have nest sites within the trees. It is also likely a number of the trees are used by roosting bats, which may also be roosting in the numerous buildings on the site.

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During a brief survey some evidence of foraging badgers was seen, they appear to be entering the site and feeding in the fringes of the site.

Ecosite 11/37 Wainbody Wood

Designated as a Local Wildlife Site (LWS). A Local Nature Reserve (LNR). Listed in English Nature’s Ancient Woodland Inventory. Mixed broad-leaved ancient semi-natural woodland, bisected by the railway. Good range of trees including pedunculate oak Qurecus robur, silver birch Betula pendula and downy birch Betula pubescens, sycamore Acer campestre and ash Fraxinus excelsior and introduced species such as sweet chestnut Castanea sativa, beech Fagus sylvatica, grey poplar Populus x canescens, larch Larix decidua and scots pine Pinus sylvestris. There is a well formed shrub layer present in most places and is comprised of hazel Corylus avellana, holly Ilex aquifolium, hawthorn Crataegus monogyna, aspen Populus tremula, cherry Prunus spp., elder Sambucus nigra, elm Ulmus spp., yew Taxus bacatta and sycamore. In the northern part of the wood the drainage is impeded which has resulted in valuable wet wood conditions. Ground flora includes bluebell Hyacinthoides non-scripta, wood anemone Anemone nemorosa, pignut Conopodium majus and greater stitchwort Stellaria holostea. Good range of invertebrates, fungi and birds recorded. Also records for adders.

Ecosite 13/37 River Avon

Identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). The River Avon in SP37 is a varied section of river with a variety of features, with some stretches in an asymmetrical flood plain with steep banks on one bank. Features include eroding and stable earth cliffs, mid point bars, islands, riffles and pools. Otter Lutra lutra have been recorded on the River Avon in this area and appear to use the river and tributaries in the Brandon Marsh and Ryton area. The site includes the river and its banks as well as larger areas of flood plain. Water vole Arvicola amphibius has also been recorded in the Brandon Marsh area. In addition, great crested newt Triturus cristatus, smooth newt Triturus vulgaris, toad Bufo bufo, frog Rana temporaria and grass snake Natrix natrix have all been recorded in the immediate area around Brandon Marsh. A 1998 survey of beetles from flood refuse along the river found Pterostichus macer at Bubbenhall Bridge, which in 1997 was considered local in Warwickshire.

Ecosite 15/37 King’s Hill Boulder RIGS

Nature conservation status ungraded. A small part of this site is a Regionally Important Geological Site (RIGS). Site of geological importance; a large glacial erratic, formerly a geological SSSI, now de-scheduled. Please note that the Regionally Important Geological Site ‘King's Hill Farm, Finham’ is located within the centre of the ecosite and is not

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displayed in the map due to its small size (0.008924 hectares).

Ecosite 25/37 Chantry Heath Wood

Parts of this site in the west are identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). Mainly coniferous plantation with a perimeter of beech Fagus sylvatica and oak Quercus spp. Also supports larch Larix spp., hornbeam Carpinus betulus and turkey oak Quercus laevis. Ground flora dominated by bracken Pteridium aquilinum and bramble Rubus fruticosus. Gospel Oak Ponds are part of this site in the northwest. Mature oak and beech surround the three ponds, which contain marginal vegetation such as common reed Phragmites australis, reed canary grass Phalaris arundinacea, and soft rush Juncus effusus. Foxglove Digitalis purpurea, great willowherb Epilobium montanum and solomon’s-seal Polygonatum multiflorum are found on the banks. In the south of the site there is a strip of woodland adjacent to the road which mostly includes oak and beech with hawthorn Crataegus spp., elm Ulmus spp., holly Ilex aquilinum, blackthorn Prunus spinosa and dog rose Rosa canina in the understorey. Greater stitchwort Stellaria holostea is found amongst the ground flora. Black Spinney also in the south of the site is a broadleaf plantation of ash Fraxinus excelsior, elm, poplar Populus spp. and sycamore Acer pseudoplatanus. The ground flora is mostly nettle Urtica dioica and bramble but also includes nipplewort Lapsana communis, herb Robert Geranium robertianum and hairy brome Bromus ramosus.

Ecosite 30/37 Dalehouse Lane Meadows

Identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). Likely to be of County nature conservation value. A species rich meadow, the species including devil’s-bit scabious Succisa pratensis, betony Stachys officinalis, greater burnet-saxifrage Pimpinella major, harebell Campanula rotundifolia and bird’s-foot trefoil Lotus corniculatus.

Ecosite 35/37 Coventry Golf Course

Nature conservation status ungraded. Parkland over 100 years old with many planted trees and several created ponds, with the River Avon flowing through the site. There is a good range of plant species, including alder Alnus glutinosa, buckthorn Rhamnus cathartica, oak Quercus sp, elm Ulmus sp, beech Fagus sylvatica, apple Malus sp and bluebell hyacinthoides non-scripta.

Ecosite 36/37 Finham Sewage Works

Nature conservation status ungraded. Probably parish value. A large sewage works next to the River Sowe. Habitats on site include a broadleaved plantation, with a ground flora of ferns Dryopteris sp. and bluebell Hyacinthoides non-scripta. There is also a small pond with a steep bank dominated with tall ruderals such as water figwort Scrophularia auriculata and nettle Urtica dioica. The areas around the bacterial beds are a mixture of amenity grassland and scrub. The adjacent riverbank includes crack willow Salix fragilis

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with frequent lesser celandine Ranunculus ficaria and red campion Silene dioica. In 1998, both Finham Brook and the River Sowe had little aquatic vegetation in this area. Grass snakes are known on the site.

Ecosite 38/37 The Lunt

Identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). 38.1/37 The Lunt Large area of damp broadleaved woodland adjacent to the River Sowe. The woodland supports oak Quercus sp, crack willow Salix fragilis, ash Fraxinus excelsior and alder Alnus glutinosa with a dense understorey of himalayan balsam Impatiens glandulifera, hogweed Heracleum sphondylium and nettle Urtica dioica, with some lady’s fern Athyrium filix-femina also present.

Ecosite 40/37 River Sowe

Part of the river (47/37MNT) is designated as a Local Wildlife Site (LWS). The remainder is identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). Site of County nature conservation value. The River Sowe in the Coventry City Council area is partly covered by their various LWS designations. In Warwickshire it is a county value site. Much of the river retains aquatic, emergent and bankside vegetation. Devil’s-bit scabious Succisa pratensis, harebell Campanula rotundifolia and betony Stachys officinalis still survive along its length in patches. Sherbourne Meadows Local Nature Reserve (see 57/37) is just over Warwickshire’s borders in Coventry and directly alongside the A46.

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Ecosite 49/37 Ponds at Alvis Sports Ground

Put forward to LWS officer as a pLWS (not on alert maps yet). Possibly of County nature conservation value. There are four ponds around the Alvis Sports grounds of varying quality. The largest of the ponds in the south has extensive stands of common reedmace Typha latifolia, branched bur-reed Sparganium erectum and gypsywort Lycopus europaeus and appears suitable for amphibians, including great crested newts Triturus cristatus. A smaller pond directly behind the sports ground has a small marshy area associated with it and includes soft rush Juncus effusus, great-hairy willowherb Epilobium hirsutum, brooklime Veronica beccanbuga, water plantain Alisma plantago-aquatica, gypsywort and celery-leaved buttercup Ranunculus sceleratus.

Ecosite 50/37 The Rough, Stoneleigh Estate

Identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). Site of District value. Plantation woodland containing mature oak Quercus sp and a dense understorey, as well as hawthorn Crataegus monogyna, holly Ilex aquifolium, ash Fraxinus excelsior, elder Sambucus nigra and field maple Acer campestre. The ground cover is dominated by bramble Rubus fruticosus, with garlic mustard Alliaria petiolata, rosebay willowherb Chamerion angustifolium, wood avens Geum urbanum and smooth sow-thistle Sonchus oleraceus also occuring.

Ecosite 56/37 Crewe Farm

Nature conservation status ungraded. Area included in files due to literature reference to species rich 4ft hedgerows. Additional survey work needed to determine status. REQUIRIES FURTHER SURVEY

Ecosite 58/37 Baginton Castle

The majority of this site is identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). River edge site with good range of herbs and grasses, as well as woodland and marsh. Grassland around the castle contains some interesting species such as harebell Campanula rotundifolia and lady’s bedstraw Galium verum, however, much of the remainder of the grassland areas are poor semi-improved. Of particular note is a Natural England record of marsh st johns wort Hypericum elodes, the only known location in Warwickshire for the species. Water vole Arvicola amphibius have been recorded on the River Sowe where it passes through this site.

Ecosite 61/37 Stoneleigh Churchyard and meadow

Put forward to LWS officer as a pLWS (not on alert maps yet). Contains Caloplaca crenularia, a lichen which is rare in county context, present in church. Adjacent meadow includes ladies bedstraw Galium verum, pignut Conopodium majus, yarrow Achillea millefolium, meadow vetchling Lathyrus pratensis and meadow buttercup Ranunculus acris, bulbous buttercup Ranunculus bulbosus and creeping buttercup Ranunculus

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repens.

Ecosite 67/37 Rock Farm Sludge Lagoons

Parts of the site has been Identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). Site of County nature conservation value.

A complex site with a mosaic of wetland, pools, grassland, swamp, woodland and marshy grassland. It also includes active sludge lagoons. Much of the site appears to be heavily grazed by rabbits, although there is an area of more lush grassland with creeping bent agrostis stolonifera, yorkshire fog holcus lanatus and false oat-grass arrhenatherum elatius, together with elder Sambucus nigra, willow Salix spp. and woody nightshade Solanum dulcamara. There are also some shallow, flooded pools and marshy areas with hard rush Juncus inflexus, soft rush Juncus effusus, bryophytes and creeping buttercup Ranunculus repens. The area is also of importance for birds, mammals, invertebrates and flora. A good list of deadwood beetle fauna have been recorded at this site.

Ecosite 69/37 Baginton Churchyard

Not currently a pLWS but should be reviewed following lichen surveys. Site of Parish nature conservation value. Records stated the church building has many foraging bats and is probably a roost site. Churchyard with some botanical interest including meadow saxifrage. REQUIRIES FURTHER SURVEY with regard to lichens.

Ecosite 75/37 Kings Wood

Nature conservation status ungraded. Probably of parish value. This pine plantation was felled in the late 1990’s although mature trees were being retained around the perimeter and around the slurry tank within the plantation. It is probable the area will be replanted. There is an understorey of elder around the perimeter; and a ground cover of brambles; nettles; rosebay willowherb; male fern and bracken.

Ecosite 78/37 Finham Brook

Identified as a potential Local Wildlfie Site (pLWS). Possible County value. The brook has a relatively high water quality upstream of the Finham Sewage works with caddisfly, mayfly and stonefly species being recorded. Staff at the STW works have stated that brown trout Salmo trutta are present in the stream, whilst water vole Arvicola terrestris have been recorded further upstream.

Ecosite 80/37 Baginton Flood Meadows

Identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). Probably of District/County value. An area of semi-improved grassland on the floodplain of the River Sowe. Course grasses abundant such as false oat-grass and cock’s-

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foot but with yarrow, black knapweed and meadowsweet. Patches of hawthorn scrub and occasional young oak invading. Marshy conditions near the river with locally abundant meadowsweet and black knapweed, reed canary grass and hemlock on bankside. Site was grazed in past and a hay crop was taken, but has been neglected for many years.

Ecosite 82/37 Westley Bridge Spinney

Nature conservation status ungraded. Broad leaf semi-natural trees beside a stream; mainly willow with some mature ash and young alder. The ground flora dense and is dominated by nettle with frequent rose bay willowherb, meadow sweet, cleavers, bramble and creeping thistle. There are previous reports of moschatel and wood anemone. (HBA 30/06/1998) REQUIRIES FURTHER SURVEY

Ecosite 87/37 Baginton Oak

Identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS). Site of County value. A veteran oak Quercus sp tree that is adjacent to a small village green and pond. The pond has bulrush Typa latifolia, great willowherb Epilobium hirsutum, water forget-me-not Myosotis scorpioides and floating sweet-grass Glyceria fluitans.

Ecosite 89/37 Baginton Garden Centre RIGS

Nature conservation status ungraded. Site designated as a Regionally Important Geological Site (RIGS). Bromsgrove sandstone demonstrating a changing site use and valuable for easy access and its educational value.

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Ecosite 91/37 Kingswood Farm House

Nature conservation status ungraded. The farm contains several grazed fields, some recently planted spinneys, hedgerows and ponds. Notable flora recorded onsite include foxglove Digitalis purpurea, wood sorrel Oxalis acetosella, yellow rattle Rhinathus minor, scarlet pimpernel Anagallis arvensis and greater celandine Chelidonium majus. The spinneys support willow Salix sp, ash Fraxinus excelsior, rowan Sorbus aucuparia, elder Sambucus nigra, horse chestnut Aesculus hippocastanum and field maple Acer campestre. No information is available on the ponds.

Ecosite 122/37 Kenpas Highway: Green Lane - St Martins

Nature conservation status ungraded. A 5m wide roadside area of tall ruderal and a few hawthorn Crataegus monogyna bushes.

ECOSITE 142/37 Stonebridge H'way : St Martin's Lane A46

Nature conservation status ungraded. Verge split into two regions running parallel to the busy by-pass – the immediate verge is approximately 10m wide and behind this further grassland with planted trees, eg poplars Populus spp., willows Salix spp., birch Betula spp., sycamore Acer pseudoplatanus. There is also a defunct hawthorn Crataegus monogyna and oak hedgerow Quercus sp. To the west there is a bank sloping down from the road and a broken wooden fence, which probably pre-dates the road and the new housing estate behind the site. The grassland species on both sides of the hedge are virtually the same, but patchy, although away from the road are herbs including meadow buttercup Ranunculus acris, common cat’s-ear Hypochaeris radicata, sheep’s sorrel Rumex acetosella, bird’s-foot trefoil Lotus corniculatus, hogweed Heracleum sphondylium and bramble Rubus fruticosus which are locally frequent along the hedgeline. Locally dominant grasses include false oat-grass Arrhentherum elatius and Yorkshire fog Holcus lanatus along the roadside, soft brome Bromus hordeaceus and smaller cat’s-tail Phleum bertolonii grass further in. There is a small area of ladies bedstraw Galium verum across the path from Howes Lane Meadow. Wildlife corridor for an area dominated by houses.

Ecosite 150/37 Howes Lane Meadow

Nature conservation status ungraded. A meadow bordering Howes land and Stonebridge Highway. It has a wooden fence in addition to the hedge indicating its use for grazing, though at the time of survey the vegetation was two feet. There are areas of mainly false oat grass Arrhentherum elatius, others of bent grass Agrostis sp., with sweet vernal grass Anthoxanthum odoratum throughout indicating an old hay meadow. There is an abundance of tall lady’s bedstraw Galium verum. One vegetative plant of hairy buttercup Ranunculus sardous. One strip of the meadow seems to have been recently disturbed and there is some dumping.

Ecosite 154/37 Fenside Avenue

Nature conservation status ungraded.

Fenside Copse is a small damp wood of about 2 acres with mature

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alder forming a dominant tree canopy along with a few willow Salix spp. Alder Alnus glutinosa woodland used as an amenity nature trail. Contains hawthorn Crataegus monogyna, white willow Salix alba and some holly Ilex aquifolium with dense banks of hedge bindweed Calystegia sepium, nettle Urtica dioica, ivy Hedera helix and bramble Rubus fruticosus with occasional broad-buckler fern Dryopteris dilatata, herb robert Geranaium robertianum, hairy brome Bromus ramosus and common feather-moss Eurhynchium praelongum. The small brook that runs through the site is generally heavily vegetated with abundant great willowherb Epiloboum hirsutum, woody nightshade Solanum dulcamara, sweet reed grass Glyceria fluitans, brooklime Veronica beccabunga, with yellow flag Iris pseudoacorus, duckweed Lemna minor and occasional fool's watercress Apium nodiflorum occurring where the stream has been opened out to form a pool. Some pendulous sedge Carex pendula has been planted on the banks.

Ecosite 160/37 Leaf Lane

Nature conservation status ungraded. Land remnant between Leaf Lane and A46. Slopes slightly west, and is raised at north and southern ends by embankments for road junctions. There is a wet patch at SP 3437 7626: drainage has been impeded by new road. Hedges mostly hawthorn, with some hazel, elder and field maple, also elm suckers. Herbs present include ox-eye daisy, false oat grass, white campion. Fields apparently mown once a year for hay: dominated by perennial ryegrass, timothy and red fescue. Also present are horse-radish, large bindweed, creeping thistle, crested dogs tail, red campion and meadow buttercup. Wet patch dominated by marsh foxtail.

Ecosite 167/37 A45/A46 Roundabout

Nature conservation status ungraded. A grassland verge site surrounded by busy roads on various levels, therefore the island has some steep banks. Te area is 100% vegetated and is well planted up with willow, alder, birch and sycamore. Tall grasses mainly red fescue, smooth meadow grass, couch and false oatgrass. Common vetch was abundant. Of note was a single patch of bristly oxtongue (Picris echioides) Holes indicate at least a refuge for small mammal species. Fauna not really very good but there are more species present than might have been expected.

Ecosite 168/37 A46 Embankment East

Designated as part of the Lower Sowe and Sherbourne Valleys Local Wildlife Site (LWS). The east facing embankment and stream flood plane of the river Sherbourne. The bank is entirely man-made with a uniform slope but varying in height being lowest in the middle. Vegetation includes a variety of tall herbs and grasses with areas of trees/shrubs near the stream. Stream contains large amounts of street drainage after rain. (2ft

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rise in short time). Stream banks with Himalayan balsam, a patch of butterbur and hemlock. Many of the trees planted, especially in the north and south ends. Valley with large areas of nettles and thistles, willowherb and couchgrass. Bank mostly grass. At northern end several plants of musk mallow. This is a particularly good site for animals which should be maintained as it is. The river obviously adds to the interest of the site and there are some superb willows along its banks. The goat willows are particularly heavily affected by the goat willow gall midge (Iteomyia caprae). All of the fauna lists are good, reflecting the diversity of the habitat. Paticularly notable are those beetles which tend to be associated with Salix species – Lochmaea caprae, Chalcoides plutu and Phaedon cochleariae, as well as those with a liking for damp habitats. The River Sherbourne itself has a relatively poor fauna as would have been expected this side of the city centre. However it is one of the few stretches of water in the city that contains shoals of minnows. Last surveyed 1982-83

Ecosite 194/37 Rowley Road

Nature conservation status ungraded. A mainly derelict area now unused, around/including an old sewage works. Mainly poor soil and flat, apart from an embankment adjoining onto the settling pits.

Ecosite 232/37 Dalehouse Lane

Identified as a potential Local Wildlife Site (pLWS) A steeply sloping road side verge, with a hawthorn Crateagus monogyna hedge at the top of the bank. There is frequent yorkshire fog Holcus lanatus, false oat-grass Arrhenatherum elatius, sweet vernal-grass Anthoxanthum odoratum and common bent Agrostis tenuis. Other species that have been recorded include bluebell Hyacinthoides non-scripta, greater stitchwort Stellaria holostea, red campion Silene dioica, smooth tare Vicia tetrasperma, lesser celandine Ranunculus ficaria, foxglove Digitalis purpurea and field mouse ear Cerastium arvense.

2.2 RIGS There are 3 Regionally Important Geological and Geomorphological Site (RIGS) within your area of search. Please see enclosed sheets for details:

Baginton Garden Centre Kings Hill Farm, Finham (part of ecosite 15/37) Kings Hill Nurseries - not an ecosite

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3. PROTECTED SPECIES INFORMATION Please note that the following are simply details of records held at the Warwickshire Biological Records Centre. Lack of records may well indicate that no survey work has yet been undertaken, and does not indicate that species are necessarily absent. Protected species may be using the site and surrounding area and appropriate survey work may be required to establish their presence and to inform mitigation measures to ensure that they are not impacted by any proposed works. Where: WBRC = Warwickshire Biological Records Centre WWT = Warwickshire Wildlife Trust EA = Environment Agency WART = Warwickshire Amphibian and Reptile Team WBG = Warwickshire Bat Group BC = Butterfly Conservation 3.1 Bats We hold many records of bats within your area of search. Please see the enclosed map illustrating locations. The following list gives the Latin codes used for each species: Bba Barbastella barbastellus Barbastelle Es Eptesicus serotinus Serotine Md Myotis daubentonii Daubenton’s Bat Mm/b Myotis mystacinus/brandtii Whiskered/Brandt’s Bat Mm Myotis mystacinus Whiskered Bat Mn Myotis nattereri Natterer’s Bat Msp Myotis species Nl Nyctalus leisleri Leisler’s Bat Nno Nyctalus noctula Noctule Nsp Nyctalus species Pa Plecotus auritus Brown-Long Eared-Bat Plsp Plecotus species Pn Pipistrellus nathusii Nathusius' Pipistrelle Pp Pipistrellus pipistrellus Common Pipistrelle Pp/py Pipistrellus pipistrellus/pygmaeus Common/Soprano Pipistrelle Ppy Pipistrellus pygmaeus Soprano Pipistrelle Psp Pipistrellus species Indeterminate Pipistrelle Rh Rhinolophus hipposideros Lesser-Horseshoe Bat Indet Indeterminate Species

Species Grid Ref Date Comment Source Myotis daubentonii SP332728 07/07/1995 WBRC Myotis daubentonii SP339723 07/07/1995 WBRC Myotis daubentonii SP338723 07/07/1995 WBRC Nyctalus noctula SP323734 07/07/1995 WBRC

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Nyctalus noctula SP333722 07/07/1995 WBRC Pipistrellus pipistrellus/pygmaeus SP328725 07/07/1995 WBRC

Pipistrellus pipistrellus/pygmaeus SP330730 16/07/1996 WBRC

Pipistrellus pipistrellus/pygmaeus SP33107276 25\05\2005 WBRC

Pipistrellus pipistrellus SP322727 07/07/1995 WBRC Pipistrellus pipistrellus SP330726 07/07/1995 WBRC Pipistrellus pipistrellus SP339723 07/07/1995 WBRC Pipistrellus pipistrellus SP322727 07/07/1995 WBRC Pipistrellus pipistrellus SP32047345 25\05\2005 WBRC Pipistrellus pipistrellus SP32077342 25\05\2005 WBRC Pipistrellus pipistrellus SP32797293 25\05\2005 WBRC Pipistrellus pygmaeus SP339723 07/07/1995 WBRC Pipistrellus pygmaeus SP328728 07/07/1995 WBRC Plecotus auritus SP331725 07/07/1995 WBRC Pipistrellus pipistrellus/pygmaeus SP325742 07/07/1995 WBRC

Pipistrellus pipistrellus SP34357475 07/07/1995 WBRC Pipistrellus pipistrellus SP34357475 07/07/1995 WBRC Pipistrellus pygmaeus SP345747 07/07/1995 WBRC

Indet SP33417524 09/07/2008 In house/flew out (x2) WBRC

Pipistrellus pipistrellus SP33417524 09/07/2008 Commuting. 2 droppings in roof WBRC

Pipistrellus sp SP33107595 18/02/2009 Grounded. Died after collection WBG

3.2 Amphibians & Reptiles We hold several records of amphibian and reptiles within your area of search. Please see the enclosed map illustrating locations. The following list gives the Latin codes used for each species: Tc Triturus cristatus Great Crested Newt Tv Triturus vulgaris (AKA Lissotriton vulgaris) Smooth Newt Th Triturus helveticus (AKA Lissotriton helveticus) Palmate Newt Rt Rana temporaria Common Frog Bb Bufo bufo Common Toad Nn Natrix natrix Grass Snake Lv Lacerta vivipara Common Lizard Af Anguis fragilis Slow worm Vb Vipera berus Adder

Species Grid Ref Date Growth Stage Quantity Source Grass Snake SP341747 18\08\1985 Unknown 1 WART Grass Snake SP342747 1984 Unknown 3 WBRC

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Grass Snake SP342747 1984 Unknown 1 WBRC Grass Snake SP34407519 18\06\2005 Unknown 1 WBRC Grass Snake SP344752 1982 Unknown 1 WBRC Common Frog SP338759 1982 Unknown 1 WBRC Common Frog SP344753 1982 Unknown 1 WBRC Common Frog SP342757 1982 Unknown 1 WBRC Common Frog SP349745 21\04\2006 Unknown WBRC Common Frog SP315745 30\03\1997 Spawn + WART Common Frog SP322759 23\10\1996 Spawn + WBRC Grass Snake SP318737 20\07\1984 Unknown 1 WBRC Grass Snake SP318737 02\05\1985 Unknown 1 WWT Grass Snake SP315749 1984 Unknown + WBRC Grass Snake SP334740 09\09\1985 Unknown 1 WBRC

3.3 Otters We hold several records of otters within your area of search. Please see the enclosed map illustrating locations.

Grid Ref Date Location Watercourse Source SP32787244 01\05\2002 Stoneleigh Deer Park River Avon WWT SP34577558 28\03\2007 Baginton A45 bridge Sowe WWT SP34437557 21\09\2007 Stonebridge A45 Sherbourne WWT SP34587558 21\09\2007 Stonebridge A45 Sowe WWT SP31707368 19\09\2007 Brook Farm Finham Brook and pond WWT SP33147409 31\01\2007 Finham Bridge B4115 Finham Brook WWT SP33207314 31\01\2007 Stoneleigh - near weir Sowe WWT SP32367233 06\04\2002 Stoneleigh Deer Park River Avon WWT

For information all major watercourses in Warwickshire should be considered as otter positive irrespectively of whether there are any records within your area of search. 3.4 Badgers (PLEASE KEEP BADGER INFORMATION CONFIDENTIAL) Due to an agreement with the local Badger Group we can only provide badger records within a 1km site radius. We hold 8 records of badger setts within your area of search. However, please be aware that there may be badger setts which have so far gone unrecorded.

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3.5 Water Voles We hold 1 record of a water vole within your area of search. Please see the enclosed map illustrating the location.

Grid Ref Date Location Watercourse Source SP34097460 1983 Baginton Castle River Sowe WBRC

3.6 Other protected species We hold no records of barn owl or white-clawed crayfish within your area of search. We have 1 record of common dormouse.

Species Grid ref Date Comment Source Common Dormouse SP3574 1993 33 nuts WBRC

4. OTHER NOTABLE SPECIES INFORMATION We are currently working to increase the number of datasets for additional Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP), Red Listed species and other notable species. Datasets currently available include brown hare, hedgehog, UK/Local BAP & Red Listed butterfly species, veteran trees, native black poplars and rare plants for the county. 4.1 Brown Hare We hold no records of brown hares within your area of search. 4.2 Hedgehog We hold 3 records of hedgehogs within your area of search. Please see the enclosed map illustrating locations.

Grid Ref Date Comments Source SP3373 16\04\1982 Dead on road WBRC SP3575 1966 WBRC SP342747 1984 WBRC

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4.3 UK/Local BAP & Red Listed Butterfly Species We hold 8 records of UK/Local BAP and Red Listed butterflies within your area of search. Please see the enclosed map illustrating locations. The following list gives the Latin codes used for each species: Aa Argynnis adippe High Brown Fritillary Air Apatura iris Purple Emperor Be Boloria euphrosyne Pearl-bordered Fritillary Bs Boloria selene Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary Cm Cupido minimus Small Blue Cp Coenonympha pamphilus Small Heath Ea Euphydryas aurinia Marsh Fritillary Et Erynnis tages Dingy Skipper Lc Limenitis camilla White Admiral Lm Lasiommata megera Wall Ls Leptidea sinapsis Wood White Mc Melitaea cinxia Glanville Fritillary Pm Pyrgus malvae Grizzled Skipper Swa Satyrium w-album White-letter Hairstreak Tb Thecla betulae Brown Hairstreak Please note that all species listed above are both UK BAP and Red Listed species, apart from Purple Emperor which is only a Red Listed species. This list does not constitute the full list of UKBAP and Red Listed butterfly species, but includes only the UKBAP and Red Listed species for which we have records in Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull. Please also note that from these species only Dingy Skipper, Small Blue and Wood White are currently listed on the Local BAP.

Species Grid Ref Date Quantity Source White-letter Hairstreak SP332727 17\07\1996 1 Individual BC Small Heath SP334745 02\09\2008 4 Individuals BC Small Heath SP334745 03\09\2008 2 Individuals BC Small Heath SP334745 22\09\2008 1 Individual BC Small Heath SP334745 17\09\2008 1 Individual BC Small Heath SP334745 17\08\2009 1 BC Small Heath SP333742 15\06\1996 1 Individual BC Wall SP334733 1994 1 Individual BC

4.4 Rare Plants We hold 8 records of rare plants within your area of search. Please see the enclosed map illustrating locations. These are records of plant species considered rare for Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull, with some species carrying additional rarity status at the National level.

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Where: CR = Nationally Critically Endangered (CR) = Nationally Critically Endangered - not native to Warwickshire NR = Nationally Rare (NR) = Nationally Rare - not native to Warwickshire NS = Nationally Scarce (NS) = Nationally Scarce - not native to Warwickshire NT = Nationally Threatened (NT) = Nationally Threatened - not native to Warwickshire NE = Nationally Endangered (NE) = Nationally Endangered – not native to Warwickshire NC = Nationally Critically Endangered (NC) = Nationally Critically Endangered – not native to Warwickshire NV = Nationally Vulnerable (NV) = Nationally Vulnerable - not native to Warwickshire NNT = Nationally Near Threatened (NNT)= Nationally Near Threatened - not native to Warwickshire WR = Rare or very rare in Warwickshire, Coventry & Solihull

Species Grid Ref Date Rarity Status Source Anthemis cotula SP3474 1983 NV WBRC Campanula patula SP3474 09\07\1841 NE WBRC Eleocharis palustris ssp. palustris SP3474 1983 WR WBRC

Filago vulgaris SP3574 2007 NNT WBRC Carex viridula ssp. oedocarpa SP317749 29\08\2008 WR WBRC

Chrysanthemum segetum SP338754 09\09\1991 NV WBRC Lepidium latifolium SP343747 01\09\1978 (NS) WBRC Ornithopus perpusillus SP343747 27\05\1985 WR WBRC

4.5 Veteran Trees We hold many records of veteran trees within your area of search. Please see enclosed map illustrating locations.

Species Grid Ref Date Source Oak, Turkey SP3454072441 2009 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3436672279 2006 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3438172271 2006 WBRC Oak, English SP3463072516 2009 WBRC Oak, English SP3412572563 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3416072506 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3417474628 2009 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3380472410 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3375472623 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3368172406 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3375772423 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3409972522 2007 WBRC

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Oak, English SP3408872596 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3359472572 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3366172367 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3365272402 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3379272414 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3373472684 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3378872686 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3368472384 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3364472707 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3361772411 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3384672448 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3371772403 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3360772256 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3362972277 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3361972266 2007 WBRC Oak, Turkey SP3362972318 2007 WBRC Oak, Turkey SP3342472267 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3342272315 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3340672319 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3344372332 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3331272474 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3328072029 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3335272319 2007 WBRC Sweet Chestnut SP3330272267 2007 WBRC Willow, Goat SP3331172050 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3467974541 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3411474767 2009 WBRC Oak, English SP3385372460 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3405472566 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3400172618 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3400272539 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3379472404 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3439072271 2006 WBRC Oak, English SP3385672457 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3377972404 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3398572480 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3400472559 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3401772683 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3385272426 2007 WBRC Beech SP3354272562 2007 WBRC Beech SP3357972482 2007 WBRC Larch, European SP3366672392 2007 WBRC Lime, Common SP3356572638 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3342672292 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3363872287 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3347972316 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3341272548 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3338672032 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3364072426 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3338872278 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3343572160 2007 WBRC

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Oak, English SP3339472572 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3313372335 2007 WBRC Ash, Common SP3299172349 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3329472197 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3328972213 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3307672034 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3325972033 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3329172183 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3328472004 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3326572228 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3310972230 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3313072416 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3333172279 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3241772398 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3329172242 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3307872364 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3330172068 2007 WBRC Oak, English SP3328672165 2007 WBRC

4.6 Black Poplars (Populus nigra subsp. betulifolia) We hold no records of black poplar within your area of search. Please let me know if you need further details for any of the sites. An invoice for £300+VAT, as agreed, will follow this letter. Yours sincerely Ruth Moffatt pp Lois Browne Ecologist

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Full Grid Ref: 433400 , 274000

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Counties, Metropolitan Districts and Unitary Authorities (GB)

NUTS1 - Government Office Regions (GB)

Ancient Woodland (England)

Community Forests (England)

There are no features within your search area.

Doorstep Greens (England) There are no features within your search area.

Important Bird Areas (England)


National Forest (England) There are no features within your search area.

National Trust Properties (England)


Registered Battlefields (England) There are no features within your search area.

Registered Parks and Gardens (England)

Town or Village Greens (England)

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Name Geographic Level

WARWICKSHIRE COUNTY

COVENTRY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

Name Reference Hotlink

WEST MIDLANDS UKG http://www.statistics.gov.uk/geography/nuts_wm.asp

Grid Reference Wood Name Theme ID Theme Name

sp329722 MOTSLOWHILL SPINNEY 1107812 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND

sp322730 1410813 ANCIENT REPLANTED WOODLAND

sp314748 WAINBODY WOOD 1107810 ANCIENT & SEMI-NATURAL WOODLAND

Reference Name Date of registration Grade Scale of capture

1333 STONELEIGH ABBEY Sat, 1 Feb 1986 00:00:00 UTC II* 1:10000

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LAND IN STONELEIGH http://www.defra.gov.uk/rural/protected/commonland/tvg.htm

LAND IN STONELEIGH http://www.defra.gov.uk/rural/protected/commonland/tvg.htm

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WARWICKSHIRE COUNTY

COVENTRY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

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Reference Name of Local PlanDate Local Plan was

PublishedStatus Authority

Scale of Original Plan

14348101THE COVENTRY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2001

09/12/2001 ADOPTEDCOVENTRY CITY COUNCIL

1:12,500

14348114THE COVENTRY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2001

09/12/2001 ADOPTEDCOVENTRY CITY COUNCIL

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48191612 WARWICK DISTRICT LOCAL PLAN 21/09/2007 ADOPTEDWARWICK DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Easting Northing Date Version

21540BAGINTON CASTLE, ASSOCIATED SETTLEMENT REMAINS, PONDS AND MILL SITES

1:10000 434243.029256 274489.692374Fri, 22 Apr 1994 00:00:00 UTC

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WA169DESERTED MEDIEVAL VILLAGE AT KING'S HILL

1:10000 432870.152908 274558.449553 OCN

WA129 STONELEIGH BRIDGE 1:10000 433203.842528 272734.736635 OCN

21540BAGINTON CASTLE, ASSOCIATED SETTLEMENT REMAINS, PONDS AND MILL SITES

1:10000 434192.359473 274693.104955Fri, 22 Apr 1994 00:00:00 UTC

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30057 ROMAN FORT AT THE LUNT 1:10000 434408.293578 275175.251552Mon, 3 Jul 2000 00:00:00 UTC

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APPENDIX B

Aerial Photograph Phase 1 Habitat Plan (Figure 1), and Mitigation Plan (Figure 2)

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APPENDIX C

Photographic Log



Photograph 1: Finham Brook and adjacent woodland.

Photograph 2: Mosaic of bare ground, grassland and scrub



Photograph 3: Amenity grassland.

Photograph 4: Pond (P1) at northern end of site.



Photograph 5: Marshy grassland from Target Note 1.

Photograph 6:Finham Brook.



Photograph 7: Scattered trees and scrub around disused bacteria beds.

Photograph 8: Neutral grassland west of the disused bacteria beds.



Photograph 9: Settling tanks adjacent to the bacteria beds.

Photograph 10: Canalised section of Finham brook adjacent to bacteria beds.

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