The University collects data to provide real-time insights in to the ecology of campus using iRecord. You can use iRecord to record sightings of birds, butterflies, bats and other forms of wildlife, which helps to support the management of our green spaces, as well as aiding current teaching and research.
A Biodiverse Campus
Green campus
Bailrigg Campus sits within a parkland landscape covering a staggering 62 acres, which is equivalent to more than 47 football pitches. The estate contains a diverse mix of habitats including woodland, grasslands and waterbodies. To manage these important ecological assets the grounds team, use a number of environmental techniques to support the different habitats, wildlife and ecosystems. The management of these assets is contained within the links below.
Green CampusIf you were to put all the native hedgerow we have across the estate in a straight line it would reach Lancaster Castle and back - that's more than 10km of hedgerow!
The Grounds Team have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag award for the last 10 consecutive years.
In partnership with students and staff, the University holds a Silver Award as part of the national initiative Hedgehog Friendly Campus
There are around 25,000 trees across the Bailrigg estate ranging in species and age. These offer a really important habitat for birds, bats and invertebrates. Woodland and tree cover makes up 19% of the footprint of the estate.
Areas of grassland across the estate are managed and maintained to benefit pollinators and other insects and flora. Each year, the University supports national initiatives to encourage healthy ecosystems across campus.
Woodland Walk
The woodland walk provides a beautiful route through 2.6 miles of woodland canopy that can be enjoyed by all levels of physical ability. Along the route you're likely to spot lots of wildlife and plants that can be recorded in the iRecord app.
Looking out for our wildlife
We are fortunate that Bailrigg Campus sits within a 250-acre estate of beautiful greenery that provides lots of space for wildlife to flourish. Because of this, it’s not uncommon to spot a diverse range of birds, bats, deer, rabbits, squirrels and even barn owls in and around campus. Take a look below at some of the images we've captured from our camera trap lately.
looking out for our wildlife
We are fortunate that Bailrigg Campus sits within a 250-acre estate of beautiful greenery that provides lots of space for wildlife to flourish. Because of this, it’s not uncommon to spot a diverse range of birds, bats, deer, rabbits, squirrels and even barn owls in and around campus. Take a look below at some of the images we've captured from our camera trap lately.
Looking out for our wildlife
We are fortunate that Bailrigg Campus sits within a 250-acre estate of beautiful greenery that provides lots of space for wildlife to flourish. Because of this, it’s not uncommon to spot a diverse range of birds, bats, deer, rabbits, squirrels and even barn owls in and around campus. Take a look below at some of the images we've captured from our camera trap lately.