About Salix
River restoration & erosion control specialists
Salix specialise in sustainable, nature-based solutions that replace traditional hard engineering methods. Improving water quality, restoring natural habitats, and enhancing biodiversity in rivers, wetlands, lakes, and coastal environments.
The Bigger Picture: Episode 1
Managing Director David Holland discusses Salix’s dedication towards innovation and sustainability within this important sector.
Salix is unique, combining design, construction, manufacturing, distribution, and plant cultivation into one integrated service. With over 20 years of expertise, we offer a comprehensive, cost-effective approach to environmental restoration and erosion control.
Our mission is to deliver long-lasting, sustainable solutions that work in harmony with nature. Through innovative design and expert craftsmanship, we provide ecological restoration that enhances biodiversity, strengthens natural landscapes, and supports long-term water management.
Salix operates as both a principal design & build contractor and a specialist subcontractor, deploying our own machinery and highly experienced installation teams. Our in-house technical and design experts provide tailored solutions for each project.
We manufacture and supply a wide range of high-performance soil erosion control and bioengineering products. Our solutions offer engineers the confidence to specify materials that ensure stability, longevity, and environmental benefits.
Europe’s Largest Producer of Coir Fibre Rolls:
- UK’s only manufacturer of coir fibre rolls
- Largest UK grower of pre-established rolls for erosion control and wetland creation
Native Plant Nursery
Salix operates the largest native wetland plant nursery in the UK, producing over 3 million plants annually across our two sites in Wales and Norfolk.
- 280+ native species for freshwater, saltmarsh, peatland, sand dunes, and wildflower meadows
- Grown in peat-free coir compost for sustainability
- Produces 40km of mature coir rolls per year
We are a founding member of the European Soil and Water Engineering Group (ESWEG), collaborating with experts from France, Germany, Holland, Spain, and Scandinavia. Together, we have completed over 1,000 bioengineering projects and are at the forefront of developing innovative, independently tested solutions.
Beyond Europe, we maintain strong partnerships with bioengineering experts in the USA and hold exclusive UK rights to the North American Green erosion control product range, now manufactured in Europe.
Unique in the UK construction industry – offering full in-house expertise across design, build, and manufacturing
20+ years of experience delivering sustainable solutions
Largest UK native plant nursery supporting biodiversity and habitat creation
Europe’s leading producer of coir fibre rolls for erosion control
Commitment to sustainability – peat-free growing, eco-friendly materials, and nature-based solutions
We work with clients across the UK to create resilient, sustainable landscapes that protect the environment for future generations.
Largest grower of native wetland plants in the UK
Our in-house native wetland plant nurseries produce high quality pre-established coir products for small specialist schemes to landmark projects such as the 2012 London Olympic Wetland Park.
