Statutory guidance

Approach to beaver management in England

An overview of beaver activities and the 5-step management approach.

• From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and Natural England
• Published: 2 September 2022
• Last updated: 28 February 2025
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  1. 28 February 2025

     This content has been restructured. You can find more information about beaver management and legislation in the guidance Beavers: managing beaver activities in England.

  2. 2 September 2022

     First published.

Applies to England

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Approach to beaver management in England

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This guidance summarises the effects that beavers can have on their environment, and outlines the approach that should be followed when managing beaver activities.

Guidance is available on managing beaver activities in England.