Expert ecological consultancy

backed by over 60 years of experience  

Helping businesses and land managers meet their environmental commitments.

Wild Solutions, owned by Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, helps businesses and land managers meet their environmental commitments so we can all deliver great outcomes for nature and biodiversity.  We can help at any stage of your challenge or opportunity – from first ideas and project development to delivery and implementation. 

Through our trusted expert staff, we specialise in providing evidence-based, stakeholder-focused conservation projects that are driven by nature-based solutions and ecosystem services, with all profits going straight back into supporting more natures recovery in Derbyshire.

In order to achieve our mission, we have expertise in ecological restoration, natural capital and ecosystem services, community engagement, social value and education.

As part of our commitment to providing high integrity conservation work, we are also an accredited centre for nationally recognised qualification awarding bodies and can provide a wide range of training and educational courses, allowing us to work together and achieve a better outcome for nature.  

We specialise in providing end to end nature-based solutions:

Nature Recovery Advice

  • Strategies and action plans 

  • Habitat & species surveys

  • Nature based solutions

Site Management

  • Land & habitat Plans 

  • Site management

  • Site enhancement

Biodiversity Net Gain

Wild Solutions is uniquely positioned to deliver high quality natural spaces needed for off site BNG that can also generate the wider ecosystem services that society needs.

Who we work with

  • Land Owner / Manager

    At Wild Solutions, we help landowners and managers make practical, effective choices for nature on their land, creating tailored plans that reflect its unique character. Backed by Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, our expert team offers ecological surveys, habitat creation and restoration, management advice, and guidance on environmental funding, helping you boost biodiversity, meet stewardship goals, and make a lasting difference for wildlife.

  • Developers

    We work with developers to make Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) simple and effective. Whether you're buying BNG units, understanding legislation, or looking for expert advice. Our high-quality habitat banks in Derbyshire deliver beyond legal requirements and are secured for the long term. With registered units ready to allocate and ongoing support for your teams and consultants, we’ll help you navigate planning smoothly and meet your BNG goals.

  • Local Authorities

    We help local authorities turn environmental ambitions into action by designing and delivering evidence-based ecological solutions that meet statutory responsibilities and local priorities. From green infrastructure plans to community nature projects, we offer practical support that combines scientific expertise with local engagement. Whether developing borough-wide strategies or improving individual sites, we help create lasting, meaningful impact for nature and people.

  • Businesses & Corporates

    We help businesses take meaningful action for nature, whether you're driven by ESG goals (Environmental, Social and Governance commitments), regulations, or a desire to make a difference. From biodiversity strategies and staff engagement to enhancing green spaces and supporting community projects, our evidence-led solutions are tailored to your organisation's size and goals. Whatever your starting point, we’ll help you deliver measurable impact for people, nature, and your business.

A UK-wide Wildlife Trust consultancy

Wild Solutions is wholly owned by Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, part of a federation of 46 Wildlife Trusts across the UK dedicated to championing the recovery of biodiversity, connecting people with nature and combatting the climate emergency.

Our expert team of natural environment professionals operates throughout the UK. We also collaborate closely with other Wildlife Trust Consultancies, allowing us to provide national coverage with local expertise.

GET IN TOUCH

If you would like to find out more about how we can work together to achieve nature’s recovery, get in touch by emailing wildsolutions@derbyshirewt.co.uk or calling 01773 881188