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Thanks for your replies. I did have a botanical survey done by the the wildlife trust and have been taking advice from them- Herts and Middlesex tho'. I have taken my time observing and talking to local nature lovers to find out what has been seen, before deciding what is appropriate. Fortunately one part (about 2 acres) just needs judicious mowing. The second bit is the neutral grassland which is being overtaken by ash, hawthorn,rose and bramble. I know it has been used as hunting for owl and looks to have a good small mammal pop. I have considered using animals but since I am distant from the field wouldn't be able to do the regular checks required and besides I need to sort out the parlous fencing.