Environmental restoration is always a primary consideration when developing a quarry. Thankfully many quarries in Norfolk have been either returned to agricultural use, or matured into delightful lakes, such as those above in Worthing.
Where a return to agricultural use is anticipated, top soil is removed prior to excavation and carefully stored. As each stage of extraction is completed, the land may be restored, with little evidence that the extraction has taken place. The picture below shows an area of restored land, alongside the edge of a working quarry. In the distance is a showjumping paddock.
Whitlingham Lakes (below), to the southeast of Norwich, were excavated to provide material for construction of the A47 southern bypass. During recent years various bodies have worked together to develop the thriving Whitingham Country Park, an area of lakes and forests providing a delightful natural attraction.
While a quarry is being excavated, great care is taken to ensure this has has minimum impact on the surrounding area. This picture shows an active quarry in central Norfolk which is located alongside a leading golf course. Despite being in existence for over 50 years, the quarry is barely noticeable from either the golf course or the B-road which runs directly adjacent to it. Prior to permission being granted to excavate a quarry, a full investigation establishes the effect it will have on the surrounding environment, wildlife, residents and road use. Also, a committment must be made to restoring the area at the end of the quarry's useful life. In many cases, a restored quarry is often more attractive and beneficial to the environment than the land that was there previously
AGGBAG IS COMMITTED TO SUPPLYING AGGREGATES FROM PROPERLY PLANNED AND MAINTAINED QUARRIES.
While a quarry is being excavated, great care is taken to ensure this has has minimum impact on the surrounding area. This picture shows an active quarry in central Norfolk which is located alongside a leading golf course. Despite being in existence for over 50 years, the quarry is barely noticeable from either the golf course or the B-road which runs directly adjacent to it. Prior to permission being granted to excavate a quarry, a full investigation establishes the effect it will have on the surrounding environment, wildlife, residents and road use. Also, a committment must be made to restoring the area at the end of the quarry's useful life. In many cases, a restored quarry is often more attractive and beneficial to the environment than the land that was there previously