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Ecology advice, surveys and reports that keep your planning application moving

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Planning-focused ecological surveys, biodiversity net gain assessments and protected species surveys across the Wessex region and Greater London.

Free quotes | Free initial advice | Fixed fee surveys

Why use Wessex Ecology?

  • Planning-focused

  • Proportionate advice, no unnecessary work

  • Local knowledge and regional experience

  • Clear, responsive communication

  • Experienced, licensed ecologists delivering and overseeing your work

  • Fast, reliable turnaround with realistic timelines

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Our services

Areas we cover

We provide licensing, mitigation and ecological supervision services across:

 Wiltshire - Dorset - Somerset - Gloucestershire - South Wales - Oxfordshire - Berkshire - Buckinghamshire - Greater London - Surrey - Greater London - Berkshire - Buckinghamshire - West Sussex.

We can also travel to neighbouring areas by arrangement.

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Our clients

We provide ecology surveys and reports for projects large and small, from individual householder extensions, re-roofs and new-builds, to farm diversification projects including solar installations, barn conversions and brown/green-field site development for housing and infrastructure.

Each client receives the same level of care: clear advice, realistic expectations and reports that stand up to planning scrutiny.

Architects and planning consultants

Architects and planning consultants

Homeowners

Homeowners

Developers

Developers

Rural landowners and farmers

Rural landowners and farmers

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Testimonials

  • "We find that their advice is robust and highly professional, saving time and money when trying to progress complex planning applications."

  • “Many thanks to Dan for support with the slow worm translocation. Excellent work carried out during our project with Swindon Borough Council in Penhill, hope to work again with you soon.”

  • “The service has been quick, through and the recommendations accepted by the authorities. We have no concerns in commissioning this company for future assistance.”