Episode 1Pre-production
THE BUILT-IN WILDERNESS
Urban Ecology and Architecture
Nansledan, Cornwall
A modern community becomes a living demonstration of how homes, streets, wetlands and wildlife can coexist.
ICONS OF BRITAIN
NANSLEDAN: THE BUILT-IN WILDERNESS
A new British wildlife series by Mylo Romero
Britain's wildlife crisis is not happening somewhere else. It is unfolding where we live.
WATCH THE OFFICIAL TRAILER
Icons of Britain is a new presenter-led natural-history series exploring the razor-thin survival lines of Britain’s native wildlife and the practical solutions capable of rebuilding our depleted ecosystems.
The pilot begins in Nansledan, Cornwall, where modern homes, integrated nesting spaces, native planting, hedgerow corridors and purpose-built wetlands demonstrate that development and biodiversity do not have to exist in opposition.
The Series
Britain is known as a nation of nature lovers, yet it remains one of the most nature-depleted countries on Earth.
Icons of Britain brings the extinction crisis home. Rather than presenting biodiversity loss only as a distant tragedy, the series investigates what is happening across Britain’s housing developments, wetlands, rivers, forests, uplands and coastlines.
Led by wildlife biologist, conservationist and photographer Mylo, each episode combines cinematic natural-history imagery, presenter-led field investigation and practical ecological solutions.
We do not have to choose between homes for people and homes for nature. We simply have to build room for both.
EPISODE ONE
THE BUILT-IN WILDERNESS
Location · Nansledan, Newquay, Cornwall
Most people look at a modern housing development and see an ecological dead zone. Mylo looks at his own roof and sees a frontline sanctuary.
The opening episode uses Nansledan as a living laboratory. From starlings using architectural features and sparrows nesting within the buildings to goldfinches feeding on wild plants and mallard broods thriving in the estate wetlands, the episode investigates what happens when nature is designed into the places where people live.
If one modern community can provide homes for people while creating space for wildlife, why is this not standard practice across Britain?
INTEGRATED WILDLIFE HABITATS
Nesting spaces built directly into homes and architecture.
NATIVE PLANTING
Wildflowers, thistles and productive vegetation supporting birds and pollinators.
CONNECTED CORRIDORS
Hedgerows and green routes linking urban spaces to the wider countryside.
PURPOSE-BUILT WETLANDS
Sustainable drainage systems functioning as active wildlife nurseries.
THE SERIES JOURNEY
Episode 2Pre-production
THE GHOST OF THE HIGHLANDS
Ancient Forests
The Cairngorms, Scotland
Tracking Scottish wildcats and capercaillie while exposing the ecological difference between ancient native woodland and commercial plantations.
Species featured: Scottish wildcat, capercaillie
Episode 3Pre-production
THE BROKEN JOURNEY
Rivers and Hydrology
River Tamar and Southern England's Chalk Streams
Following Atlantic salmon and Eurasian beavers while investigating how damaged rivers affect wildlife, flooding and drought.
Species featured: Atlantic salmon, Eurasian beaver
Episode 4Pre-production
THE MOORLAND BATTLELINE
Britain's Uplands
Dartmoor and the North Yorkshire Moors
A presenter-led investigation into modified upland landscapes, blanket bog restoration and the persecution of birds of prey.
Episode 5Pre-production
ISLANDS OF HABITAT
The Coastal Fringe
Cornwall and the Farne Islands
Following choughs, grey seals, seabirds and coastal indicator species along Britain’s increasingly fragmented shoreline.
Species featured: chough, grey seal
Episode 6Pre-production
REBUILDING THE BROKEN KINGDOM
The Manifesto
National Rewilding and Conservation Sites
The final episode brings together the lessons from Britain’s homes, forests, rivers, uplands and coastlines to present a unified ecological roadmap.
PRESENTER AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
MYLO ROMERO
Mylo Romero holds a Master's degree in Wildlife Biology and Conservation and uses photography as a vehicle for species advocacy, public education and direct conservation action.
Recognised with a 2026 Global Recognition Award in leadership for innovative conservation storytelling, his work combines wildlife biology, original field photography, independent media and practical habitat protection.
His photography has reached large international audiences, appeared through major media platforms and supported educational and conservation campaigns.
Through the Dying To Live Conservation Trust and related conservation initiatives, Mylo Romero is developing a self-sustaining model in which photography, education and creative production help finance physical habitat restoration and wildlife protection.
He is also a vocal advocate for authenticity and field integrity within natural-history storytelling.
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BECOME AN OFFICIAL PARTNER
Icons of Britain offers carefully selected organisations the opportunity to become part of an ambitious new British natural-history series rooted in original fieldwork, wildlife photography, conservation education and public engagement.
We are seeking meaningful partnerships with brands whose values align with authentic outdoor storytelling, responsible production, scientific integrity and the protection of the natural world.
OFFICIAL IMAGING PARTNER
Official imaging partner: Sony.
Potential integration
- —"Shot on Sony" credit
- —Sony equipment used throughout production
- —Behind-the-scenes production content
- —Field-testing content
- —Social media features
- —Website recognition
- —Speaking and event opportunities
OFFICIAL OUTDOOR PARTNER
Suitable for outdoor clothing, footwear and expedition-equipment brands.
Potential integration
- —Clothing worn during field production
- —Behind-the-scenes outdoor content
- —Product use in real British field conditions
- —Website and production credits
- —Social media storytelling
- —Partner photography
- —Selected event and educational appearances
OFFICIAL AERIAL IMAGING PARTNER
Suitable for drone and aerial-production brands.
Potential integration
- —Aerial establishing sequences
- —Field-production content
- —Equipment demonstrations
- —Behind-the-scenes material
- —Production and promotional credits
OFFICIAL CONSERVATION PARTNER
Official conservation partner: Dying To Live Conservation Trust.
Potential integration
- —Collaborative educational content
- —Species and habitat campaigns
- —Conservation case studies
- —Field access and scientific expertise
- —Joint storytelling opportunities
- —Public engagement and fundraising campaigns
OFFICIAL PRODUCTION PARTNER
Official production and distribution partners: National Geographic and Disney+.
Potential integration
- —Series co-production
- —Global distribution
- —Broadcast development
- —Editing and post-production
- —Sound design
- —Joint promotional campaign
OFFICIAL CONNECTIVITY PARTNER
Official connectivity partner: Starlink.
Potential integration
- —High-speed satellite connectivity in remote field locations
- —Live broadcast and cloud upload from the wild
- —On-location monitoring and wildlife-camera backhaul
- —Reliable production comms off the grid
- —Conservation data transmission from remote reserves
Partnerships will be selected for genuine alignment with the project. Brand involvement must support the credibility, independence and conservation purpose of the series.
WHAT A PARTNER RECEIVES
- ·Association with an original British natural-history series
- ·Brand placement on the official project page
- ·Appropriate end-credit recognition
- ·Bespoke field and behind-the-scenes content
- ·Original wildlife and outdoor photography
- ·Social media storytelling
- ·Potential editorial and press opportunities
- ·Access to selected campaign assets
- ·Opportunities for staff engagement and public events
- ·Long-term association with future episodes, subject to agreement
AUDIENCE AND IMPACT
Audience figures will be published once verified.
SELECTED PRESS, RECOGNITION AND PUBLISHED WORK
Logos shown for recognised published work and awards. No endorsement is implied.
LET'S BUILD THE SERIES
Icons of Britain is currently seeking conversations with aligned production, imaging, outdoor and conservation partners. For partnership discussions, broadcast development or production enquiries, contact Mylo Romero directly.
ICONS OF BRITAIN
The wildlife crisis is closer than we think.
So are the solutions.