An aerial view of a meadow with a flooded river to the right. — Christ Church Meadows, Oxford © Historic England Archive

Christ Church Meadows, Oxford © Historic England Archive

Heritage, Biodiversity and Ecosystems Services Research

Published 30 January 2025

Historic England has commissioned Research Reports on heritage, biodiversity, ecosystems services and natural capital. The list below provides links to a selection of these reports.

The Contribution of Designated Heritage Assets to Biodiversity and Natural Capital in England: An Approach to Integrated Conservation
The Historic Landscape: Assessing Opportunity for Change
Strategically Assessing the Historic Landscape's Sensitivity and Capacity in Relation to Change: A Discussion Document to Inform Preparation of Advice
Developing an Ecosystems Approach: Dry Stone Walls
Natural Capital, Ecosystem Services and the Historic Environment
Heritage, Natural Capital and Ecosystem Services: Trent Valley Case Study
Heritage, Natural Capital and Ecosystem Services: Coastal Grazing Marshes
Heritage, Natural Capital and Ecosystem Services: Boundaries and Linear Landscape Features in the Lower Severn Vale
Heritage, Natural Capital and Ecosystem Services: Historic Buildings and Boundaries
Essex Grazing Marshes Project
Wrecks in Coastal and Marine Ecosystems: The Goodwin Sands and Kent Coast
Isles of Scilly IFCA Collaboration: Integrating Archaeological Objectives with Marine Ecological Surveys