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Historic and Natural Environment

Archaeology

Leicestershire has three archaeology sections; community archaeology, museum collections and planning, recording and characterisation.
An archaeological dig  A coin found in Harborough
See Archaeology for more details.

Countryside

Enjoy and explore Leicestershire's beautiful countryside! Leicestershire boasts lots of outdoor activities and venues for the whole family to enjoy.
Toposcope on Burrough Hill  Bradgate park
See Countryside for more details.

Ecology

The county has a diverse range of habitats for plants, mammals, birds and insects. The Ecology team advises on how to conserve or enhance biodiversity.
An insect  Wild flowers
See Ecology for more details.

Geology

Leicestershire and Rutland have some of the oldest and youngest rocks in the UK.
A quarry  Bradgate Park
See Geology for more details.

Trees, Forests and Woodlands

Find out more about Charnwood forest, the New Forest, the free trees scheme and tree management in the county.
Beacon Hill  Bagworth Heath
See Trees, Forests and Woodlands for more details.

Historic Buildings

Leicestershire has a number of impressive historical buildings. Although some are privately owned and run, others are available to view by the public.
The Moat House at Appleby Magna  Donington Manor House
See Historic Buildings for more details.

Regionally Important Geological Sites

RIGS were created to identify and protect the most important geological (and geomorphological) sites.
Map showing Regionally Important Geographical Sites  An improtant site at Croft
See RIGS for more details.

Partnership for Environmental Protection

The group was set up to bring local authorities, agencies and the voluntary sector together to discuss environmental issues.
Sun  Environmental survey
See PEP for more details.

Nature Conservation Forum

The meetings provide nature conservation, wildlife and environmental groups a chance to meet and hear about the latest news about conservation related policies, local projects and the work of agencies to protect and conserve the natural heritage and wildlife.
Acer buds  Small Copper butterfly
See Nature Conservation Forum for more details.

HNE Team Information

The Historic and Natural Environment Team was created to make local heritage information more accessible and is developing systems to make the information available to many more people.  It also has a dedicated  making links with local communities, groups and individuals across both counties.
An open day event  A map showing areas worked at
See HNE Team Information for more details.

further information

Contact: Historic and Natural Environment Team
Telephone: 0116 305 7063
E-mail:gwalley@leics.gov.uk
Last Updated:
2 February 2009
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