Meet The Team
We're a team of passionate ecologists and environmental professionals who believe that protecting
nature should be practical, achievable and grounded in good science.
Our team brings together a broad range of experience across ecology, habitat management, biodiversity, planning and
ecological consultancy. We work collaboratively with our clients to understand their needs, provide clear and practical advice and find solutions that deliver positive outcomes for both people and wildlife.
From initial surveys and ecological assessments, through to habitat creation and long-term management,
our team is committed to delivering practical ecological solutions.
Get to know the people behind Practical Ecology and discover the experience,
expertise and enthusiasm we bring to every project.
Cyrise Weaire
BSc (Hons), MCIEEM
Director
Charlie Reynolds
CMgr MCMI
Head of Operations
Katherine Sturman
BSc (Hons)
Ecologist
Beth Donoghue
BSc (Hons)
Assistant Ecologist
Tracy Amies
BSc ACIEEM
Ecologist
Heidi Darlow
Administrator
Tonka & Birdie
Office Companions
How Practical Ecology Started
Practical Ecology was founded in 2010 by Cyrise with a clear vision: to provide practical ecological advice that balances the aims of a development project with the needs of nature and biodiversity.
From the outset, the focus has been on combining sound ecological knowledge with a pragmatic understanding of the challenges faced by clients and their projects. That approach continues to shape Practical Ecology today — delivering thoughtful, workable solutions with nature at the heart of what we do.
Who We Work With
At Practical Ecology, we work with a diverse range of clients, from private landowners and farmers to developers, main contractors, local authorities, conservation organisations and community groups. We understand that every project and site is different, so we take a practical, collaborative approach to help our clients understand, protect and enhance the natural environment. Whether you are looking to manage land for biodiversity, meet ecological requirements for a development, improve biodiversity on your land, or deliver a community conservation project, we provide clear, practical ecological advice tailored to your needs.
Victoria Shone-Silk
BSc (Hons), MSc
Ecologist
Amber Stringer
BSc (Hons), MSc
Ecologist
Zara Brudenell
BSc (Hons)
Assistant Ecologist