How can I have a link on my website to the soils in my area?

Our Soilscapes viewer now has a facility to add a georeference to the URL parameters to direct the opening view to a particular location. You can use the forms below to provide a cross-link to your chosen location.

How much do you charge students for your data? I am doing a PhD.

We don't charge students royalty fees. Currently the preparation and admin fee is £375+VAT, which is payable by your University department.

How long can I keep the soils data I lease from Cranfield?

When you take out the initial data lease, the term (period) of the licence will be made clear. When this term expires you have the option to renew the licence. Our maximum lease length is currently 5 years.

I need to understand more about the classification system used to describe soils in England and Wales.

The classification scheme for England and Wales is described in full here.

I need a description of the soils for my project study .

Cranfield offer the powerful Soils Site Reporter tool, which produces comprehensive environmental reports for the areas around specified points (e.g. a Postcode or a grid reference). The report is reasonably priced, and is also made available for free for Undergraduate students and their college teachers. Find out more about the Soils Site Reporter here.

Not answered your query?

If your query related to the Soils Site Reporter, you may also like to view the separate Soils Site Reporter Frequently Asked Questions.

If your query relates more to soil science and soils in general, do also have a look at http://www.soil-net.com. Soil-Net is a freely-available educational resource for school students and teachers. Some of the other websites on our links page may also be of interest. Do contact us with any other queries.