White Campion and grazed 'cushions' of
Thrift
Cliff communities allowed to develop
naturally
1
Option A2 Limited Intervention
- Natural
processes are to be allowed to develop modifications by Rabbits
accepted.
- Monitor
change by periodic detailed survey.
- In bare
earth or areas where erosion may be a problem for the habitat type
over a wider area. Promote colonisation by suitable species. e.g.
Sea Campion.
- If
survey or research work indicates continued loss of some species eg
Thrift, take action to exclude Rabbits from areas or other action
as required to protect or encourage regeneration of the
feature.
- Where
Bracken invades cliff communities -eradicate it.
- Promote
studies of relationship between vegetation and invertebrates.
2
Study & Research Option - C2 Specialist Facility
- Promote
studies of cliff and cliff slope community where research will be
of of management benefit.
3
Education & Interpretation Option Dl - minimum
publicity.
- Other
than cliff slope/ cliff top vegetation types the habitat is not
safe and fairly fragile.
- By
reference in interpretative material explain scenic beauty,
emphasise fragility, rarity and dangers.
4
General Access Option E2 -Restricted
- No
public access to be allowed.
- Research
access only allowed in safe areas or in special circumstances with
due regard to the reserves health and safety policy.