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• About biodiversity net gain

  About biodiversity net gain ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20244/biodiversity_net_gain/1100/about_biodiversity_net_gain

• Biodiversity documents

  Biodiversity documents including biodiversity action plans, biodiversity in West Norfolk ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/downloads/download/31/biodiversity_documents

• Information for landowners

  Information about biodiversity for landowners New Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) regulations mean that nearly all new developments must be able to show that they have a ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20244/biodiversity_net_gain/1101/information_for_landowners

• Information for ecologists

  Information about biodiversity net gain for ecologists This page has been created to provide additional information to Ecologists undertaking Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments within Kings Lynn ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20244/biodiversity_net_gain/1103/information_for_ecologists

• Garden Wildlife Competition 2025

  The Borough Council of King's Lynn and West Norfolk Garden Wildlife Competition aims to acknowledge the important contribution that private gardens and communities can make ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20244/biodiversity_net_gain/1183/garden_wildlife_competition_2025

• New competition to celebrate wildlife in West Norfolk gardens

  Residents are being urged to highlight the important contribution that their garden, along with communities, can make to the biodiversity of West Norfolk in a new competition.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1856/new_competition_to_celebrate_wildlife_in_west_norfolk_gardens

• West Norfolk Garden Wildlife winners celebrated

  The winners of the inaugural Garden Wildlife competition have been announced at a ceremony held at King’s Lynn Town Hall on Friday 19 September.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1939/west_norfolk_garden_wildlife_winners_celebrated

• New planning rules put nature at the heart of development

  New rules have come into force that will make sure planning applications show how they will make nature better off as a result of proposed development.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1605/new_planning_rules_put_nature_at_the_heart_of_development

• Council Adopts New Pollinator Action Plan to Protect Vital Insect Species

  King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council has officially adopted a new Pollinator Action Plan, setting out a clear roadmap to protect and enhance the region’s pollinating insects.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1959/council_adopts_new_pollinator_action_plan_to_protect_vital_insect_species

• Information for developers

  Information about biodiversity net gain for developers Through the Environment Act (2021), all developments covered by the Town and Country Planning Act have to demonstrate a ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20244/biodiversity_net_gain/1102/information_for_developers

• Pollinator Action Plan

  Information on our pollinator action plan About the action plan Pollinators are essential for biodiversity and our wider environment. They maintain the diversity of wildflowers and support healthy ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20065/parks_and_open_spaces/1250/pollinator_action_plan

• Habitat Regulations Assessment

  The Local Plan 2021-2040 has been subject to Habitat Regulations Assessment throughout, to evaluate the potential effects that Plan policies may have on designated international ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20079/planning_policy_and_local_plan/1179/habitat_regulations_assessment

• Protect our environment

  To create a cleaner, greener, and better protected West Norfolk by considering environmental issues in all we do and by encouraging residents and businesses to ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20163/corporate_performance_and_transparency/1090/corporate_strategy_2023_-_2027/4

• Borough council development to welcome the birds and the bees

  The Southend Road development in Hunstanton is creating new homes for local people to move into next year and will also be able to welcome some bees and migrating birds.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1501/borough_council_development_to_welcome_the_birds_and_the_bees

• A blooming marvellous result for west Norfolk

  West Norfolk won big at this year's annual Anglia in Bloom. The public open space teams at the borough council are celebrating with several trophies and certificates.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1506/a_blooming_marvellous_result_for_west_norfolk

• South East King’s Lynn Growth Area Framework Masterplan

  The South East King’s Lynn Growth Area  (known locally as the West Winch Growth Area) Framework Masterplan Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) was adopted by Council in ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/359/west_winch_strategic_growth_area/973/south_east_king_s_lynn_growth_area_framework_masterplan

• Tree-mendous planting in King’s Lynn

  New trees were planted in The Walks in King’s Lynn by volunteers from the Gaywood Valley Conservation Group with borough council workers on Monday 31 March.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1841/tree-mendous_planting_in_king_s_lynn

• Promote growth and prosperity to benefit West Norfolk

  To create job opportunities, support economic growth, develop skills needed locally, encourage housing development and infrastructure that meets local need, and promote West Norfolk as ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20163/corporate_performance_and_transparency/1090/corporate_strategy_2023_-_2027/3

• Parkway scheme approved

  A planning application for 226 much-needed new homes has been approved on the Parkway site in Gaywood.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1147/parkway_scheme_approved

• Tree-rific planting news from King’s Lynn

  New trees have been planted in The Walks in King’s Lynn by volunteers from the Gaywood Valley Conservation Group along with borough council staff on Monday 6 October.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1946/tree-rific_planting_news_from_king_s_lynn

• Tree-mendous planting in King’s Lynn

  New trees were planted in The Walks and Tower Gardens in King’s Lynn by volunteers from the Gaywood Valley Conservation Group with borough council workers on Monday 4 March.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1612/tree-mendous_planting_in_king_s_lynn

• Have your say on plans to improve air quality

  Residents are being asked to review the council's draft air quality action plan, which sets out 16 actions aimed at improving air quality in King's Lynn Town Centre and the Gaywood Clock area.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1584/have_your_say_on_plans_to_improve_air_quality

• Wildlife plans for Parkway site published

  Plans for the new wildlife site adjacent to the Parkway development in King’s Lynn have been submitted, alongside a proposal to relocate some tree planting to make use of a nearby site.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1228/wildlife_plans_for_parkway_site_published

• West Norfolk primary school students invited to design a sustainable place to live

  Primary schools in west Norfolk have been invited to take part in a competition aimed at Year 5 students in the 2023/4 academic year.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1428/west_norfolk_primary_school_students_invited_to_design_a_sustainable_place_to_live

• West Norfolk Climate Champions to be unearthed

  Living For the Future, an ideas competition for west Norfolk based primary school children, aimed at Year 5 students, is to hold the online final later this month.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1548/west_norfolk_climate_champions_to_be_unearthed

• West Norfolk primary school students invited to be climate champions

  Time is running out for west Norfolk primary schools to sign up to take part in a competition aimed at Year 5 students in the 2023/4 academic year.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1489/west_norfolk_primary_school_students_invited_to_be_climate_champions

• She’s got the power! The Mayor goes all electric

  The Mayor, Cllr Margaret Wilkinson, will now be driven to functions around West Norfolk in an electric car as part of the borough council’s commitment to create a cleaner and greener environment.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1617/she_s_got_the_power_the_mayor_goes_all_electric

• Our friends electric - Car parks in Hunstanton and King’s Lynn have got the power

  New electric car charging points have been installed in two car parks run by the borough council.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1518/our_friends_electric_-_car_parks_in_hunstanton_and_king_s_lynn_have_got_the_power

• New leader and Cabinet at borough council

  Following the elections held on 4 May, the borough council finds itself in a position of no overall control, with no group gaining enough seats to form a majority administration.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1416/new_leader_and_cabinet_at_borough_council

• Styleman Court sales go live on Boxing Day

  A borough council development of homes in Hunstanton is about to go on the market – with preference to buy given to local people.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1574/styleman_court_sales_go_live_on_boxing_day

• Local Cabinet reshuffle to recognise climate change

  Climate Change and Public Protection are being moved up the Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk's agenda with a cabinet reshuffle.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/878/local_cabinet_reshuffle_to_recognise_climate_change

• A little bit of help can make a lot of difference

  Small grants totalling more than £40,000 have given a boost to around 80 community organisations since November thanks to an innovative borough council scheme.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1178/a_little_bit_of_help_can_make_a_lot_of_difference

• Climate Champions needed in new Primary School competition

  Primary schools in west Norfolk have been invited to take part in a programme aimed at Year 5 students in the 2024/5 academic year.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1800/climate_champions_needed_in_new_primary_school_competition

• Norfolk Local Nature Recovery Strategy

  Information on the draft Norfolk Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) consulation This strategy has been created to help plan what, where and how we can all take ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20000/planning_and_development/1209/norfolk_local_nature_recovery_strategy

• Community orchard and town green coming to Harding’s Pits in King’s Lynn

  A new community orchard and town green is planned for an area of South Lynn in King’s Lynn.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1606/community_orchard_and_town_green_coming_to_harding_s_pits_in_king_s_lynn

• West Lynn Ferry update

  Following the temporary closure of the West Lynn Ferry, the borough council has issued this update today.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1859/west_lynn_ferry_update

• Temporary closure of the West Lynn Ferry crossing to ensure public safety

  An update for West Lynn Ferry users from the borough council and Norfolk County Council.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1793/temporary_closure_of_the_west_lynn_ferry_crossing_to_ensure_public_safety

• Eastgate Primary are the first West Norfolk Climate Champions

  Eastgate Primary were crowned West Norfolk Climate Champions in an ideas competition for west Norfolk based primary school children, aimed at Year 5 students.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1566/eastgate_primary_are_the_first_west_norfolk_climate_champions

• Walks car park improvements completed

  Drainage improvements and resurfacing of the car park near The Walks stadium on Tennyson Avenue in King's Lynn is now complete, following the transfer of the car park back to the borough council.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/965/walks_car_park_improvements_completed

• Consultation launches on plan to boost Norfolk’s Nature Recovery

  Published on behalf of Norfolk County Council.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1850/consultation_launches_on_plan_to_boost_norfolk_s_nature_recovery

• Net Zero Community coming to west Norfolk

  The Norfolk Climate Change partnership, which the borough council is part of, has been successful in securing government funding to create a Net Zero Community in west Norfolk.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1486/net_zero_community_coming_to_west_norfolk

• Have your say on key planning document for West Winch Growth area

  Views are being sought on the South East King's Lynn Strategic Growth Area Framework Masterplan.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1247/have_your_say_on_key_planning_document_for_west_winch_growth_area

• Consultation on West Winch Framework Masterplan set to start late summer

  Details about the West Winch Framework Masterplan consultation.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1222/consultation_on_west_winch_framework_masterplan_set_to_start_late_summer

• West Norfolk wins gold at Anglia in Bloom

  The public open space teams at the Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk are celebrating being category winners and winning gold at Anglia in Bloom.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1267/west_norfolk_wins_gold_at_anglia_in_bloom

• Marshland St James aiming to be a Norfolk Net Zero Community

  Marshland St James residents and organisations are to work towards becoming one of seven Norfolk Net Zero Communities thanks to the Norfolk Climate Change Partnership.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1590/marshland_st_james_aiming_to_be_a_norfolk_net_zero_community

• Marshland St James residents invited to start the net zero journey

  Residents in Marshland St James are invited to a Norfolk Net Zero Community event at Marshland St James Community Hall on Monday 12 February 2024.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1604/marshland_st_james_residents_invited_to_start_the_net_zero_journey

• Florence Fields is officially underway

  Following approval by full council in January, contracts have been signed that mark the official start of the development of a new community of homes at Florence Fields.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1458/florence_fields_is_officially_underway

• Sun shines on Spring Active and Sustainable travel event

  Residents of Marsh Lane enjoyed a sunshine-filled event to help them make more active and sustainable travel choices on Saturday (11 May).

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1651/sun_shines_on_spring_active_and_sustainable_travel_event

• New secure storage helping cyclists travelling into King’s Lynn

  People cycling into King’s Lynn town centre can now access secure bike storage thanks to six new lockable spaces at Baker Lane.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1633/new_secure_storage_helping_cyclists_travelling_into_king_s_lynn

• Consultation on additional evidence base documents

  Information about the Consultation on additional evidence base documents The documents below are subject to consultation, as part of the ongoing Local Plan examination process. This consultation ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20216/local_plan_review_2016_-_2036/1070/consultation_on_additional_evidence_base_documents

• Nutrient Neutrality FAQ

  Nutrient Neutrality Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) What is Nutrient Neutrality? In March 2022, Natural England issued advice to all Council’s in Norfolk about the impact of phosphorus ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/956/nutrient_neutrality/984/nutrient_neutrality_faq

• Nelson Quay

  Find out about the delivery plan that aims to maximise the potential of the riverfront area in King's Lynn King’s Lynn Riverfront Nelson Quay is the working ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20238/regeneration/521/nelson_quay

• West Norfolk’s Young Climate Champions Shine Bright

  Year 5 pupils at West Winch Primary School ended the academic year on a high note — earning the title of Climate Champions from the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1935/west_norfolk_s_young_climate_champions_shine_bright

• Ready to go for Net Zero

  Residents in Marshland St James flocked to an event on Monday (12 February) which aimed to help them manage energy and other bills as a starting point for a community journey towards Net Zero.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1610/ready_to_go_for_net_zero

• West Lynn Ferry Returns to Service on Monday 11 August

  Following essential safety repairs, the West Lynn Ferry will officially resume operations from 7am on Monday 11 August, reconnecting communities across the River Great Ouse.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1908/west_lynn_ferry_returns_to_service_on_monday_11_august

• New Active Travel Hubs set to boost travel options in King’s Lynn

  Work is advancing to the next exciting stage to deliver two new Active Travel Hubs in King’s Lynn to promote healthier, greener, and more cost-effective travel into and around the town centre.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1956/new_active_travel_hubs_set_to_boost_travel_options_in_king_s_lynn

• Improvements continue to support walking and cycling in King’s Lynn

  Work to make it easier to walk and cycle around King’s Lynn is continuing to progress.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1732/improvements_continue_to_support_walking_and_cycling_in_king_s_lynn

• Beach cleanup following the tanker collision - update 26/03/25

  From today, Wednesday 26 March, the borough council has appointed Oracle to use a mechanical vacuum to collect and remove plastic nurdles from the following areas. They will visit:

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1835/beach_cleanup_following_the_tanker_collision_-_update_260325

• Progress to date

  Find out the latest about progress on the West Winch Strategic Growth Area. Key milestones 2011 - the borough council allocated a significant area of land (some ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20000/planning_and_development/906/progress_to_date

• Plans for new planners proposed

  A comprehensive restructure of the planning department at the Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk is set to be considered by Corporate Performance Panel and Cabinet this month.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1200/plans_for_new_planners_proposed

• Improvements will make it easier to walk and cycle in King’s Lynn

  Work to improve footpaths and cycle paths across King’s Lynn is set to begin this August as part of significant investment to make it easier for people to travel around the town on foot and by bike.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1704/improvements_will_make_it_easier_to_walk_and_cycle_in_king_s_lynn

• Helping employees choose active travel in King’s Lynn

  A number of local employers are taking steps to support their staff to choose active travel options and make it easier for employees to cycle or walk to work.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1643/helping_employees_choose_active_travel_in_king_s_lynn

• Cabinet roles and responsibilities set to be agreed this week

  The roles and responsibilities of the Cabinet members at the Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk are set to be agreed at a meeting of the Cabinet on 15 June 2021.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/980/cabinet_roles_and_responsibilities_set_to_be_agreed_this_week

• King’s Lynn to receive £24m Levelling Up funding

  Published on behalf of Norfolk County Council:

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1353/king_s_lynn_to_receive_24m_levelling_up_funding

• Public Consultation begins for West Winch Housing Access Road

  Published on behalf of Norfolk County Council.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1322/public_consultation_begins_for_west_winch_housing_access_road

• RSPB celebrates record year for Red-listed Ringed Plover chicks

  Published on behalf of the RSPB.

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/1737/rspb_celebrates_record_year_for_red-listed_ringed_plover_chicks

• West Winch Strategic Growth Area FAQs

  Frquently asked questions about the West Winch Strategic Growth Area What is the West Winch Strategic Growth Area? This is an area of land to the south ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20000/planning_and_development/1213/west_winch_strategic_growth_area_faqs

• Local Plan Review Pre-Submission Stage 2021

  The draft Local Plan (2016-2036) was submitted to the Secretary of State for independent examination on 29 March 2022 Chapter 1-3: Foreword, Introduction, Vision and Strategic ...

  https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/951/local_plan_review_2021-2040_examination/986/local_plan_review_pre-submission_stage_2021