Local Places for Nature funding supports biodiversity projects across Flintshire

Flintshire County Council is celebrating the growing impact of its nature and biodiversity work across the county, made possible by Local Places for Nature grant funding from the Welsh Government.

The Council’s small but dedicated biodiversity team is working with departments across the council to deliver a wide range of projects to address the loss of nature in our communities.

Current initiatives include managing over 48 hectares of council-owned land for wildflowers and leading an ongoing tree planting programme to increase canopy cover and improve resilience to climate change, with over 4,000 trees planted in 2025.

Work is also ongoing to restore ponds and support natural flood management projects, restore hedgerows so that they can provide important wildlife corridors into the future, and coordinate the delivery of the Flintshire Eco Champions programme with local schools.

In partnership with the North Wales Wildlife Trust, the team is working to identify historic meadow sites and harvest local seed which was used across 1.5 Ha of safe long term meadow sites on the Council’s estate in 2025.

They are also working to minimise the use of harmful chemicals, reviving planters for pollinators in towns and community spaces, surveying and monitoring protected species populations, and empowering wildlife friendly action across Flintshire.

These projects are not just great for nature – they also create an environment which can cope with our changing and more extreme weather and contribute to residents’ wellbeing, creating greener, more attractive places to live, work, and visit.

The Council has successfully secured further grant funding to continue and expand this work through 2026. Plans are already underway for an exciting programme of activities, including the launch of the ‘Flintshire in Flower’ campaign, and more work with schools to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards.

The Council will also seek to work more closely with Town and Community Councils and plan more engaging events throughout the year. More information can be found on the Flintshire Countryside and Coast social media pages.

Flintshire County Council remains committed to working in partnership with residents, communities, and organisations to protect and enhance our natural environment – making the most of every opportunity to bring in external funding and deliver real benefits locally.

Councillor Chris Dolphin, Cabinet Member for Environment, Regeneration, Countryside and Tourism, said:

“People often don’t realise just how important these small changes are for nature. Our wildlife is in serious decline and it’s important that we all do our bit to help. We can only thrive if we ensure that nature has a place across our communities.”