Mend the Gap | Enhancing areas of the Chilterns and North Wessex Downs that have been negatively impacted by electrification of the Great Western Railway.

The Mend the Gap programme is enhancing the Chilterns and North Wessex Downs National Landscapes that have been negatively impacted by the electrification of the Great Western Railway mainline around the Goring Gap.

So far we have:

planted nearly 2,000m of native hedging and trees
supported more than 20 local enhancement projects

To continue this work we need to make contact with landowners and communities in the programme area. We are particularly seeking to identify and support nature recovery projects for wetland, chalk or arable habitats that will enhance and enrich the outstanding landscape that links the Chilterns and North Wessex Downs for wildlife, residents and visitors.

We're recruiting!

Are you a strong team player with excellent communication skills?
Do you have a passion for nature and the outdoors?
Do you have experience of building relationships and working with a diverse range of stakeholders?

If you answered yes to the above, then we want to hear from you! This is a rare and exciting opportunity to work with our friendly team.

Find out more and apply

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Where does the programme operate?

The programme area covers the railway corridor along a 20km stretch of line between the outskirts of Reading and Didcot and 3km either side of the line.

About Mend the Gap