Restore, a nature restoration company, has acquired Emblehope Moor in Northumberland for £8.5 million, aiming to rewild the 7,500-acre site. The project plans to reintroduce native species and restore biodiversity while ensuring financial returns for investors, who will eventually transfer ownership to local communities or charities.
The initiative seeks to raise an additional £4 million to fund its 20-year plan, which includes removing non-native trees and introducing grazing animals to enhance the ecosystem. This project is part of a broader trend in Northumberland towards rewilding and community-focused land management.