Sandgarth HIll Peatland Restoration

Introduction

Peatland Action funded restoration of 80 ha of degraded blanket bog, Sandgarth Hill, Shetland HU408702

Description

Erosion gullies and hags plus bare peat pans at 200m altitude.

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Project Name: Sandgarth HIll Peatland Restoration

Organisation / Lead partner: Shetland Amenity Trust

Location: Sandgarth, Voe, Shetland

Approximate area covered: 80 ha

Predominately: Upland

Peat Habitats: Blanket bog

Project Type: Restoration

Year Project Began: 2020

Project End Date: 2021

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