Live nestbox camera
Watch blue tits nesting live at Nower Wood!
What's happening now
Wildlife campaigns, news and views on the issues we care about
Survey of top retailers: only one of 20 says they will eliminate peat this year
Government voluntary target to stop peat compost sales was missed in 2020
Sandcastle homes unveiled for sand martins
Surrey Wildlife Trust has unveiled a giant 20-metre wide sandcastle for sand martins, tiny 12 centimetre brown and white birds, to…
Calling all young environmentalists who want to stand up for nature!
Join Cel Spellman at free webinar for students interested in environmental campaigns, lobbying & conservation
Things to do this month
© Andy Jones
Wild about Gardens
This year we’re going wild about beetles! Beetles are a vital part of any wildlife garden.
© Jon Hawkins - Surrey Hills Photography
Say no to neonics!
On 8th January the UK Government took a decision to allow farmers to treat sugar beet seed with the banned neonicotinoid thiamethoxam. Please sign our petition and tell the Prime Minister to reverse this decision.
Russell F Spencer
Online wildlife talks
Free to members and volunteers! Book your place on one of our fascinating evening Zoom talks.
photo by Diana Jefimova
Wildlife for wellbeing
Given our experience of a global pandemic, nature’s healing powers have never been so important. Whatever your circumstances, use our tips to safely experience the health benefits of nature.
Recent blog posts
Exploring nature at home
During the winter lockdown, face to face events were not possible, but we still wanted a way to connect with children and families. So…
Life on the Hedge
Thousands of miles of wildlife-rich hedgerows criss-cross our country in a familiar and historical patchwork landscape.
The spring sky
As we move into spring with its longer daylight we say goodbye to the winter constellations and their bright stars.
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Helping wildlife this month
Upcoming events
Wild Explorers Holiday Club
Nower Wood Educational Nature Reserve,
Mill Way, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 8QA
Reserves & events near you
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