1% For Nature

Help us to make the difference for a greener planet.

Giving Back to Nature with Every Order

At Naturcontact, we believe that every step should bring us closer to a healthier planet. That’s why we’ve partnered with Nattergal, a leading Nature restoration organisation, to enhance biodiversity. Nattergal was established to scale nature recovery, while providing vital benefits for society and sustainable financial returns.

1% for Nature - Supporting a Greener Future

For every order you place, 1% of the total value goes directly to Nattergal to fund Nature restoration at Boothby Wildland.

Biodiversity Recovery

Vital for climate resilience and societal well being.

Ecosystem Benefits

Flood prevention, drought mitigation, clean air and water and increased pollination.

Improved access to Nature

Expanding trails and public access to reconnect people with wild landscapes.

Boothby Wildland

Restoring Nature, Reviving Life

Once an intensively farmed landscape, Boothby Wildland is now a beacon of ecological recovery. Managed by Nattergal, a UK leader in nature restoration, this project is bringing degraded land back to life while supporting biodiversity and long-term sustainability.

Spanning 617 hectares across England, Boothby was heavily cultivated until its acquisition in 2021. Decades of intensive farming left the land depleted, but now, nature is reclaiming its space. Native vegetation is naturally regenerating, and the future reintroduction of free-roaming pigs, cows, and ponies will help restore ecological balance. In due time, beavers will play a crucial role in re-establishing natural water systems, creating a thriving, self-sustaining ecosystem.

Protected under a 30-year legal commitment, Boothby Wildland is more than just a rewilding project—it is a bold step toward a wilder, more resilient future where nature takes the lead.

Photo by Nattergal / Jonathan Perugia

How Do They Measure Success?

Boothby Wildland measures its progress not just in hectares restored but also in biodiversity reborn. Using cutting-edge methods such as camera traps, drone imaging, habitat surveys, and botanical studies, they track:

  • The return of wildlife, from insects to large mammals.
  • The carbon stored in soil and plants.
  • The water quality of the West Glen River.

Their data-driven approach ensures that Nattergal's restoration efforts are effective and provide invaluable insights for future rewilding projects. By utilizing advanced tools like photo traps, drone imaging, habitat monitoring, and botanical research, they collect scientific data to assess and improve ecological recovery.

Their ultimate goal? To refine and scale nature-based solutions that will shape the future of conservation, ensuring long-term ecosystem resilience and biodiversity restoration.

Giving Back to Nature with Every Order

Boothby Wildland has reached significant milestones in its journey toward full ecological recovery.

December 2021

Nattergal acquires Boothby Wildland.

June 2022

Boothby joins the UK Government’s Landscape Recovery pilot programme.

September 2023

Launch of the Boothby Community Engagement Programme.

September 2024

The final harvest takes place - 100% of the site is now dedicated to nature.

License granted for beaver reintroduction, with release set for autumn 2025.

The land will be legally protected for 30 years.

Spring 2025

River restoration begins along the West Glen River.

Photo by Nattergal / Jonathan Perugia

Your Contribution: Supporting Ecological Renewal

At Boothby Wildland, every contribution fuels real, lasting change. Naturcontact has pledged to restore a significant amount of land within Boothby’s 617 hectares, creating a diverse, species-rich grassland and scrub through natural regeneration.

This regenerated area will become a thriving habitat, offering:

✅ Abundant food sources—flowering plants, berry-bearing shrubs, and nut-producing trees.
✅ Shelter and nesting areas for a wide range of invertebrates, birds, and mammals.
✅ A natural haven for iconic species, including barn owls, tawny owls, whitethroats, and yellowhammers.

Each square meter of grassland restoration costs £22.60, covering creation, maintenance, and ecological monitoring for 30 years—ensuring that every contribution makes a measurable impact on biodiversity.

Photo by Nattergal / Jonathan Perugia

Community Engagement: Connecting People with Nature

Boothby Wildland isn’t just about restoring landscapes—it’s about building a deeper connection between people and nature. In collaboration with the Universities of Oxford and Gloucestershire, they have developed a community-focused approach to engagement.

The number of full-time employees at Boothby has grown from 0.6 to 3.2 in just two years, reflecting the project's expansion and increasing impact. Between September 2023 and December 2024, more than 1,334 volunteer hours have been recorded, highlighting the strong public involvement.

Currently, 5 PhD research projects and 8 Master’s research projects are based at Boothby, contributing to scientific understanding and conservation strategies. There are also plans to expand public access by 6 km, bringing the total to 21 km of public footpaths, bridleways, and accessible trails, allowing more visitors to explore the evolving landscape.

By fostering education, engagement, and direct participation, Boothby is becoming a living classroom where visitors, volunteers, and researchers alike can experience the magic of rewilding firsthand.

Ecological Evolution: A Thriving Wildland

Nature Reclaiming Boothby Wildland

Nature is progressively reclaiming Boothby Wildland. Since 2022, the Boothby team has created 20 new ponds, bringing the total to 25, supporting amphibians and wetland species. The site is beginning to provide vital ecosystem services, including flood prevention, drought mitigation, pollinator habitat, and water purification.

Future Developments

Over the next two years, the Boothby team will undertake significant developments:

  • The UK’s largest beaver enclosure, allowing free-roaming herbivores—including deer, pigs, ponies, and cattle—to coexist with beavers in the wetlands.
  • An additional 6 kilometers of public footpaths, enabling visitors to observe beavers and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
A Milestone in Ecological Restoration

Nattergal is set to release Boothby’s first beavers in autumn 2025, marking a major milestone in the restoration of a self-sustaining, dynamic ecosystem. In the coming years, the site will continue to evolve, strengthening its role as a model for large-scale ecological restoration.

What People Are Saying

Partnerships & Testimonials

💬 Jo Elston-Moscrop, Local Resident
“The community presentation was such a wonderful evening. I can't tell you how excited my husband and I are about the rewilding programme. It is something extremely close to our hearts - we are very excited to see it come to life and feel very blessed to have it on our doorstep.”

💬 Tammy Smalley, Head of Conservation, Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust
“As we seek to recover nature across Greater Lincolnshire, delivering multiple benefits for people and wildlife, it is truly exciting to have new partners to work with us. Nattergal’s first venture nationally, is to invest in our fabulous county, which will help illustrate to other land managers options to diversify their income base.”

💬 Professor Alastair Driver, Conservationist & Rewilding Specialist
“There is an urgent need to change the way we value and manage the natural environment and Nattergal brings together a unique team of experts to help pioneer that change. By focusing on nature recovery at scale, which delivers economic resilience and supports local communities, Nattergal has the potential to kickstart a new era of land management and make it one of the most important enterprises in the UK today.”

A commitment to real change

Boothby Wildland is a living testament to what’s possible when nature is given space to heal. Whether you contribute to habitat restoration, volunteer, or simply visit, you’re part of this incredible transformation.

Your contributions will make a measurable difference at Boothby Wildland
in Lincolnshire.

Find out more here

Join Us in Protecting the Planet

By choosing Naturcontact, you’re not just getting high-quality barefoot footwear -you’re taking a step toward a more sustainable future. Together, we can restore, protect, and flourish.

 

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