Every year, Meadfleet takes part in Plantlife’s No Mow May initiative, a national campaign that encourages green spaces to be left unmown throughout May. As landowners, Meadfleet has both a responsibility and an opportunity to support wildlife across our open spaces, and No Mow May is a simple yet effective way to do just that.
Where suitable and appropriate, we will leave areas of grass uncut during May. Depending on what establishes, some areas may remain untouched throughout the summer months. By allowing grasses and wildflowers to grow, we create valuable habitats for invertebrates, which in turn support birds, reptiles, amphibians and small mammals.
Letting lawns grow also gives native wildflowers the chance to bloom, providing an important source of nectar for pollinators such as bees and butterflies at an important time of year. Even small changes like this can make a big difference to local biodiversity.
We understand that not all areas can be left unmown, particularly where access, safety, and recreation are important. Our approach is always carefully considered to ensure a balance between maintaining usable spaces for residents and creating areas where nature can thrive.
By taking part in No Mow May, we’re helping to create healthier, more diverse green spaces for both people and wildlife to enjoy.
For more information on No Mow May, visit the Plantlife website and our dedicated webpage.
About Meadfleet
Meadfleet is a leading sustainable land-adopting management company, established in 1995. We manage over 350 developments and 40,000 residential properties across England and Wales, supported by in-house expertise and decades of experience.
Our in-house ecologists bring expertise in Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), and we offer management of BNG delivery both on managed developments and offsite areas, funded through customer contributions or commuted sums. Our adoption model relieves developers of ongoing liabilities and management costs.
The Meadfleet approach removes onerous responsibilities from homeowners while encouraging resident engagement in the stewardship of their local environment. We are members of The Property Ombudsman Scheme (TPOS), providing customers with free, independent redress if required. We also welcome and support resident groups, creating a valuable two-way dialogue that strengthens community involvement.
As a land-adopting management company, we take long-term responsibility for open space, building strong community relations and implementing ongoing management and improvement plans. Our independent, holistic approach ensures open spaces are managed sustainably for the benefit of residents, biodiversity, and the wider environment.