This map shows nature‑based solution projects that support climate change adaptation in the Tayside region. For this work, we use the NatureScot definition of nature‑based solutions (see: https://www.nature.scot/climate-change/nature-based-solutions).
Tayside Nature-Based Solutions Projects
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Woodland creation, peatland restoration and improved fish passage in the River Ericht catchment. Bringing together farmers, estate owners, communities, businesses, local authorities and educators to f...
Dalnacardoch is 100-year landscape-level restoration project managed by Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. Work will include woodland expansion and restoration of extensive areas...
The Allan Water Improvement Project is a catchment-based approach to nature restoration, working with landowners and managers along the Allan River Catchment to support a...
Margmore is a traditional small farm located high above the River Tay, bordered by two fast-flowing burns. The farm has committed to planting more native woodland and increasing habitat connectivity, ...
The Leven project is Scotland’s first Landscape Enterprise Network. It aims to preserve and enhance the Leven catchment’s natural assets, bringing together partners to tackle shared commercial la...
The Heart of Scotland Forest partnership connects six areas of land to create a linked and restored corridor over more than 3,000 hectares of mountain woodland from the Keltneyburn Special Area of Con...
A newly acquired estate, now managed by KITH Trust and the University of Edinburgh. Transitioning the estate from grouse moorland to peatland restoration, woodland creation and natural regeneration. M...
A 431 hectare site that is owned and managed by the University of Edinburgh. Part of the Glenturret Estate, the project will create woodlands over 59% of the site, and improve habitats for plants and ...
Landscape level restoration of natural processes by Oxygen Conservation, with the planting of native woodland trees and the complete restoration of extensive areas of peatland and wetland. The project...
A six year project to restore meadow, woodland and create leaky dams and wetland on the site of a family-run independent accommodation business, funded through the Nature Restoration Fund. ...
A series of measures to reduce flood risk from the Brothock Water are currently being implemented, including upstream natural flood management to increase flood water storage to supplement existing fl...
The Water Resilient Dundee partnership aims to jointly plan and sustainably manage water in the City of Dundee to help respond to climate change now and for future generations. In 2026, the partnershi...
Urban tree planting is taking place throughout Angus targeting replanting sites that increase connectivity of greenspaces and provide shading and cooling for people and wildlife as temperatures increa...
Montrose cycle path was the first in Angus to be managed with an urban wildlife friendly approach. Pond excavation, riparian vegetation and wetland planting for shade and shelter, and changes to the g...
From April 2022-24, Buglife ran a B-lines project spanning the Strathmore Valley from Montrose to Dunkeld increasing the area and quality of pollinator-friendly wildflower-rich habitat by 24.8ha. The ...
Dundee City Council and Angus Council are working together to improve the National Cycle Network Route 1 between Broughty Ferry Castle and Monifieth. The new route provides a direct and continuous lin...
The National Trust for Scotland are planting of over 150 native broadleaf trees and shrubs, alongside invasive plant removal, to stabilise the riverbank to mitigate erosion and flood damage. More inf...
Enhancing the water quality and restoring freshwater habitats within the Lunan Burn and Lock Clunie SSSI through riparian tree planting and restoration along the banks. More information: https:/...
Restoration of the wetland habitat at Dun Collich by increasing the water level with hand-made dams and extending the exisiting wildlife ponds and scrapes. More information: https://www.pkclimat...
A trail of closely linked habitats, increasing the natural biodiversity of the area and flood resilience, while harnessing the interest and support from the local community. More information: ht...
Permanent enhancements to five routes in Dundee City to incorporate more sustainable drainage design, including rain gardens and tree pit. More information: https://waterresilientdundee.co.uk/cr...
Tayside Biodiversity's Sustainable Urban Drainage System's pond enhancement 2024 project aimed to improve key ponds for wildlife and see an increase in amphibian and insect populations using them, whi...
A pioneering family-run rewilding project which began with the re-creation of wetlands through reverse drainage schemes, followed in 2002 by the introduction of beavers. More information:
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The restoration of Dighty Water involves re‑meandering straightened channels, reinstating wetlands, and replacing artificial banks with naturalised forms to restore ecological function and improve bio...