NFCI is delighted to announce that our next event will take place at the highly regarded Wendling Beck Nature Recovery Project on Wednesday, 1st October, from 4.00pm to 6.30pm.

Wendling Beck is a pioneering landscape-scale nature recovery project just outside Dereham. It is one of the UK’s leading habitat banks, supporting housing and infrastructure by delivering nutrient neutrality and biodiversity net gain (BNG) credits to enable planning consent.

Why Attend?

• See one of Norfolk’s most innovative and respected nature-creation projects first-hand.
• Hear from Wendling Beck project leads and an NFCI representative, who will share insights on securing Nutrient Neutrality and BNG credits.
• Learn more about Wendling Beck’s Wildscapes ecotourism offering.
• Enjoy drinks and nibbles in a unique setting — with the firepit on hand if the evening is chilly!
• Connect with peers and colleagues from across the development and construction sector.

Event Details:

• Date & Time: Wednesday, 1st October, 4.00pm–6.30pm
• Location: St Mary’s Gressenhall Car Park, Gressenhall, NR19 2QH
• Capacity: 40 people (early booking advised via secretary@nfci.co.uk)
• Cost: Free of charge
• Accessibility: The guided walk (approx. 1km) will be at a steady, inclusive pace suitable for most participants.

Schedule:

• 4.00pm: Arrival & orientation
• 4.15pm: Project introduction & guided walk
• Networking: Drinks, nibbles & conversation
• 6.30pm: Close

Please wear suitable footwear for uneven ground and dress for the British weather!