PLEASE NOTE: With over 20 years of experience in Ecology, I have witnessed numerous changes in the field, particularly in the guidelines and requirements for bat surveys. After careful consideration, I have decided that, as of 1st January 2025, I will only undertake bat survey work as a sub-contractor for other ecology companies. I will no longer be accepting bat survey projects directly from private clients. This shift allows me to focus on collaborative efforts within the industry while adapting to the evolving demands of ecological work.
Bat Surveys
Based in the Lake District, I undertake Bat Surveys across Cumbria.
I hold a Natural England licence for work with bats in England. I have experience of leading and assisting with numerous types of bat surveys. I have extensive experience in bat survey methodology, including emergence, transect and roost surveys, as well as Bat Warden Inspections on behalf of English Nature. I have expert knowledge of using Anabat bat detectors and have specialist knowledge of using software for the sound analysis of bat recordings.
Buildings
I have experience of working on historic buildings, including recent projects with the National Trust at Belton House, Lincolnshire (re-roofing works on the Stable Block), Gunby Hall (re-roofing works on the Gate House), Hardwick Hall, Clumber Park and Belton Park. I have successfully completed numerous formal EPS bat licence applications to Natural England.
Low Impact Licence
I am a registered Bat Mitigation (Low Impact) Class Licence holder (registered consultant reference number R179). The bat ‘low impact’ licence (CL21) is a mitigation class licence that permits a registered ecological consultant work with certain bats and their roosts.
Andrew Chick Ecology 