We provide the full range of ecological consultancy services required to support planning applications and development projects — delivered with precision, consistency, and care.
Ecological Surveys
Biodiversity Net Gain
Habitat Assessments
Planning Support
Ecological Surveys
Biodiversity Net Gain
Habitat Assessments
Planning Support
Ecological Surveys
Biodiversity Net Gain
Habitat Assessments
Planning Support
Ecological Surveys
Biodiversity Net Gain
Habitat Assessments
Planning Support
We provide the full range of ecological consultancy services required to support planning applications and development projects — delivered with precision, consistency, and care.
Desktop review and site walkover to identify ecological constraints and survey requirements.
Mandatory BNG assessments and 30-year Habitat Management Plans to meet planning requirements.
Bat, Great Crested Newt, Bird, Badger, and Reptile surveys carried out to current best practice.
Thorough EcIA reports assessing the ecological effects of development on habitats and species.
HRA screening and appropriate assessment support for projects near designated sites.
CEMP and Ecological Clerk of Works support to protect ecology during construction.
We combine deep ecological knowledge with a personal, pragmatic approach — ensuring every client receives reliable advice, clear communication, and outcomes they can depend on.
Over a decade of specialist ecological knowledge across surveys, assessments, and planning support.
Every project is managed by the same lead ecologist from start to finish.
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We've gathered answers to the questions we hear most, making it easy to understand our services, process, and how we can support your project.
We provide a full range of ecological consultancy services including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments, Protected Species Surveys, Ecological Impact Assessments, Habitat Management Plans, and planning support for development projects.
Our clients include house builders, property developers, planning consultants, and energy sector clients. We also work with projects referred through planner recommendations and professional networks across the North West and beyond.
Yes. Clients deal with the same lead ecologist from initial scoping through to final report delivery — ensuring consistency, clarity, and a relationship built on trust at every stage of your project.
We are based in Alderley Edge, Cheshire, and operate across the North West of England and surrounding regions. Please contact us directly to discuss your project location and requirements.
BNG is now mandatory for most developments in England under the Environment Act 2021, requiring a minimum 10% net gain in biodiversity. We provide BNG assessments and 30-year Habitat Management Plans to help you meet this requirement.
As early as possible. Engaging an ecologist at the pre-application stage helps identify ecological constraints, avoids costly delays, and ensures surveys are planned within appropriate seasonal windows for protected species.
Timescales depend on the survey type and site complexity. A PEA can typically be completed within a few weeks, while species-specific surveys may be subject to seasonal constraints. We always provide a clear timeline at the outset.
Simply get in touch via our contact page or email info@woodbankenvironmental.co.uk. We will review your project requirements and provide a clear, straightforward proposal with no obligation.