Frequently Asked Questions

Countryside & Nature Conservation

For more information about the Countryside within Fareham, please select one of the links below.

Our Countryside Ranger Service is responsible for the management of the Borough Council's informal open space including important sites such as Holly Hill Woodland Park, Warsash Common, Fort Fareham, woodlands in Whiteley, The Gillies and Portchester Common (a site of special scientific interest)

The Nature Conservation service is provided which aims to conserve the natural environment of the Borough including the countryside, coast and open spaces.

The Countryside Service is run by the Department of Customer Services, Leisure and Community Division

Nature Conservation is the responsibility of the Strategic Planning and Environment Department

• Conservation Sites Map

• Walks

• Rangers

• Volunteering

• Events

• Education

• Nature Conservation

 

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a conservation area?
A conservation area is described in law as: ''an area of special architectural or historic interest the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance''



Many historic towns and villages have a special character which results from a gradual process of growth and development.



The layout of buildings, roads, paths, trees and open spaces that are essential to their character have often evolved over hundreds of years.



The local materials and traditional techniques that were used in the construction of historic buildings result in a local distinctiveness and individuality which contributes to this special character.

Is my property in a conservation area?
Detailed maps of each conservation area are on display in the Civic Offices. You are welcome to visit the offices and view the maps or to telephone to speak to a planning officer within normal office hours.

What restrictions apply to a building in a conservation area?
Planning permission is sometimes required for alterations to properties because they lie within a conservation area. You are welcome to visit the offices or to speak to a planning officer concerning whether your particular proposal will require an application to be made. Remember that ''Conservation Area Consent'' is sometimes required for demolition works within a conservation area.

What does Conservation mean?
The word ''conservation'' can be applied to both the built and the natural environment. If you are unsure who you need to talk to please tell the telephonist whether your enquiry relates to buildings or nature conservation tel: 01329 236100. Information is also available on buildings conservation.

What can be done to improve an area for wildlife?
Contact the Fareham Countryside Service tel: 01329 236100 for advice on conservation or on practical conservation. They will be able to give you advice on management and planting schemes to achieve this aim.

How do I become a Fareham Conservation Volunteer?
Contact the Fareham Countryside Service tel:01329 236100. They can also send you a free volunteer newsletter listing all the conservation tasks. Then pick a task you like the sound of and just turn up. Its that simple.

How do I get into nature conservation work?
Nature conservation work is a very competitive area with a limited number of jobs available. You will need to be very determined to succeed. The following is a typical route into a career in this field:

first do some voluntary work to make sure you enjoy this type of work
if you like what you find, do a relevant college course for example, Countryside Management or Ecology
then do some more voluntary work to obtain relevant work experience
finally, apply for jobs and persevere