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Our mission

Our goal is to give clients honest, cost-effective ecological advice that helps them move their projects forward while meeting the requirements of ecological legislation.

Our focus is on providing practical, proportionate support that reflects the realities of each project, while ensuring that wildlife and habitats are properly considered and protected.

Our accreditations

We hold a range of recognised accreditations and professional memberships that reflect our commitment to high standards, safety and best practice. We are RISQS accredited, hold Constructionline Gold status, and are certified under Once For All Health & Safety SSIP. In addition, all of our staff are members of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), ensuring our work is carried out in line with current professional standards and guidance.

28

years experience

1000s

of projects undertaken annually

We have framework agreements or preferred supplier status with most major rail companies

Areas we cover

We are based in Barnsley, which places us centrally within the UK and allows us to support clients efficiently across a wide area.

Our infrastructure work is carried out nationwide, enabling us to provide consistent and reliable ecological support for our rail clients.

For planning-led work, we focus more locally, primarily within Yorkshire and the surrounding counties, where our local knowledge and long-standing experience allow us to offer a more responsive and cost-effective service.

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Rail Industry

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Home Owners

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Property Developers

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Farmers

Whitcher Wildlife is built around a trusted and valued team of ecological consultants

We place real importance on supporting our staff and creating a positive, collaborative working environment, which allows people to develop their expertise and take pride in the work they do, which shows in the quality of work delivered.

Mitch Greenhalgh

Managing Director

Alex White

Principal Ecologist

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Ruth Georgiou

Director of Ecology

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James Campbell

Senior Ecologist

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Derek Whitcher

Director

Jess Brown

Senior Ecologist

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Xanthe Walker

Ecologist

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Gabby Fox

Ecologist

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Lewis Simpson

Ecologist

Lauren Roy

Ecologist

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Joseph Sutton

Ecologist

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Saffron Shiels

Junior Ecologist

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Samuel Bentley

Seasonal Assistant

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Rachael Fletcher

Office Manager

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