"Adding a tad more biodiversity to London's wonderful and ecosystem of pesky pigeons and foxes, Hampstead Heath is currently borrowing five rare-bred Norfolk Horn and Oxford Down ewes. The sheep come courtesy of east London's Mudchute City Farm , one of Europe's biggest city farms, and you'll be able to see them grazing from 8am to 7pm until Monday September 15."
"Alderman and Sheriff Gregory Jones, chair of the City of London Corporation's Hampstead Heath, Highgate Wood and Queen's Park Committee, has commented saying the project will provide a 'nod to Hampstead Heath's rich heritage while providing real benefits for biodiversity.' Members of the committee warn London's dog owners (especially of sheepdogs) to keep their furry-friends leashed around the grazing area (on anthill site on the Heath's Extension) to 'ensure the safety and welfare of these animals'."
Hampstead Heath is hosting five rare-bred Norfolk Horn and Oxford Down ewes from Mudchute City Farm for conservation grazing between 8am and 7pm until Monday September 15. The grazing takes place on the Heath's Extension anthill site to maintain habitats and add biodiversity. Conservation grazing reduces the need for heavy, clunky machinery that can harm sensitive ecosystems. The City of London Corporation oversees the scheme, with officials noting heritage and biodiversity benefits. Dog owners are urged to keep dogs leashed around the grazing area to ensure the safety and welfare of the sheep.
Read at Time Out London
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