November element - Soil
Where would we be without soil?! It anchors roots, stores water, feeds life, and supports an entire underground ecosystem. Support your soil this month!
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Bumper year for Gwent's dormice!
This October, we wrapped up on dormouse monitoring at a number of sites we check in Gwent. We have been heartened to find greater numbers of dormice using the nest boxes this year, which has…
Help a hedgehog
What to do if you spot a hedgehog out in daylight, how to check your bonfire for hedgehogs and how to create a hedgehog house in your garden.
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Rattle, rattle
If you’ve been trying to make your garden more wildlife-friendly though the official #NoMowMay, and its unofficial sequel #DoItSoonJune, then the appearance of a scruffy little yellow flower is…
Insects on the move
You may well have ants swarming all over your patio as you read this, but when I think of ant swarms I think of the flying ants that appear from seemingly nowhere on a summer’s day.
January Element - Ponds and Other Water Sources
The heart and veins of a wildlife garden! January is a time for reflection, fresh starts, and renewed optimism. This makes it the perfect moment to plan, gather inspiration, and think about what’s…
Foundation Phase (Age 3-7)
Bring your little ones for relaxed and friendly wildlife adventures!
Wilder Communities
Take action for nature in your area - Be a part of Wilder Communities
My memories
Richard used to work in the docks across the water from Thurrock Thameside Nature Park. Since his wife died, he likes to get away from the hustle and bustle, coming out with his dog to escape and…
My happy place
When the stresses of life get too much, I take a walk through Attenborough Nature Reserve - a form of free therapy. The fresh air, the bird calls, the beauty of nature surrounding me, is calming.…
Bigger, better and more joined up spaces for wildlife
In a special blog for our Big Give appeal, our Nature Recovery Manager Rick Mundy talks about about our vision for the Gwent landscape and how, with your help, we're creating more room nature…