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21st January 2026 - Matt Phillips & Jamie Lloyd

The Moors at Arne Project

The project team at Arne Moors is working to adapt low-lying grasslands into diverse wetlands through constructing 4,300 metres of new embankments which will be 500 metres further inland, creating 78 hectares of new intertidal habitat, a new 15 hectare freshwater habitat area and two shallow saline lagoons of 35 hectares.

Over time, the movement of the tides will help create features such as saltmarsh and mudflats, ensuring the vast array of wildlife the coastline is home to will remain protected for decades to come.

There has been an extensive amount of archaeological excavation carried out with finds dating from the Iron Age and Roman Britain discovered and the team is working closely with archaeological experts to share the history of the site with the local community.

The site is home to many rare species of plants and animals including water voles, sand lizards and a wide variety of birds, botany and invertebrates, with work creating enhanced habitats for plants and animals already on site while adding new habitats for a wider range of species.

When the project is complete new walking paths will allow visitors to explore the site and see the difference the new habitats have made - and enjoy the wildlife.

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