ABOUT USMake it Wild is a small but growing business, based in North Yorkshire, UK. Helen and Christopher Neave set it up in 2018, due to their concern about biodiversity loss.
With the mission statement: “It’s not our aim to protect nature, it’s our purpose” they have set about rewilding land. Make it Wild currently manages over 400 acres, on which they plant trees; restore meadows, wetland and peatland; and restore and create habitats to support biodiversity.
Their main site is Bank Woods, Summerbridge, Harrogate HG3 4JR. There are three smaller sites nearby, three sites near Green Hammerton, York, and two sites near Hawes.
Make it Wild offers tree and other dedications, carbon offsetting through tree planting, and a variety of merchandise and nature connected activities to individuals and businesses, as well as Heather Lea, a luxury eco-friendly holiday cottage. All income raised by these business activities is re-invested in rewilding and nature reserve projects. Read more here: www.makeitwild.co.uk
Environment and Sustainability
Make it Wild is a member of The Organisation for Responsible Businesses. They won a Sustainability Award from Hambleton Council in 2023, and are finalists for York University Enterprise Awards. Helen and Chris are currently regional finalists for the BBC Making a Difference Awards for their work for the environment.
They have just signed up to the "Business Without Blood Sport Pledge".
Ethos
Make it Wild has a Code of Ethics, setting out their values. The contributions of the team are greatly valued in making operational decisions. The personal values of our team are crucial to the running of our business.
Team
Make it Wild has a small core team: two founding directors, a partnership manager, three part-time staff, and a conservation apprentice. A group of volunteers help with our conservation work.
There will be opportunities for career development for the right person in this growing business.
