News! We are trialling a new data request system. See the Data Search page for details. The new system will replace the old one (including dowloaded document submissions) from October 1st.



Welcome to GCER


We are Gloucestershire's Local Environmental Records Centre. We provide a unique source of information about the wildlife and natural environment of our county. Please refresh this page to ensure you see the latest content.


GCER services


Our database is updated continuously and forms a primary evidence base for a wide range of biodiversity conservation work.In addition to collating and processing incoming information, we provide data and GIS services to a wide range of organisations and commercial data users. Hover over or touch the topics below to find out more about how GCER collects, supplies and analyses wildlife data.

Gathering
knowledge

Our database:

  • Over 2m records
  • Continual updates
  • Liaison with recorders
  • GIS data capture
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Data services

Services include:

  • Data searches
  • GIS analysis
  • Nature recovery mapping
  • GIS training
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Building
Evidence

Data for:

  • Conservation monitoring
  • Consultants' reports
  • Biodiversity research
  • Parish plans
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