Sheep to return to graze on Hampstead Heath

The video discusses a grazing trial on Hampstead Heath, organized by the City of London Corporation and partners. The trial uses sheep to manage vegetation in a scheduled monument area, providing ecological benefits. Community involvement is emphasized, with volunteers and public engagement. Safety measures include signage and fencing to protect the sheep from dogs.

Which organizations are collaborating to reintroduce grazing on Hampstead Heath?

• City of London Corporation and Mudchute Farm

• All of the above

• Heath and Hamster Society and Historic England

• Heath Hands and City of London Corporation

Why was the tumulus area chosen for the grazing trial?

• It is the only area available

• It is easy to manage mechanically

• It is a scheduled monument with difficult mechanical management

• It has no historical significance

What is the primary ecological benefit expected from the grazing trial?

• Increased tourism

• Control of encroaching brambles and shrubs

• Reduction in air pollution

• Improved soil fertility

What role do volunteers play in the grazing trial?

• They are not involved

• They engage with the public and support the trial

• They provide educational tours

• They manage the sheep directly

What measures are taken to ensure the safety of the sheep during the trial?

• None of the above

• Hiring security guards

• Using drones for surveillance

• Erecting fences and putting up signage