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The Trust is concerned with the protection of the Borough’s considerable biodiversity for the well-being of the people of Barnsley and in March 2002 published its first Biodiversity Action Plan or B.A.P.
The Barnsley Biodiversity Trust is part of the Yorkshire and Humber Biodiversity Forum whose aim is to ensure that biodiversity is a fundamental consideration across all main sectors of public policy.
Ancient Sweet Chestnut Tree, Wortley Hall
          Linnet
We can be justly proud of beautiful Barnsley and the variety of scenery within the Borough. Altogether 17 differing habitats have been identified ranging from Upland Heathland to Lowland Meadows. Only alpine and coastal habitats are missing!
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough extends from the coal measures of the former industrial centres in the east to the gritstone moorlands to the west.The area is drained by the Rivers Dearne and Don and their tributaries. The M1 corridor to the west of the town centre forms a boundary between the more built-up urban areas and the semi-rural western districts. Click here for map.
Bee Orchids have been found at Kendal Green.
Otters have returned to Barnsley