Pigs, excavators and rain
Margery Thomas describes a rainy November at Hothfield Heathland as pigs have been introduced and work is being done to make the bog areas more resilient to drier months.
This COP28 season, we want to celebrate those on the ground who are doing their part in fighting the climate and nature crises.
These Nature Heroes, those individuals or groups based in Kent who are taking action for nature, are also inspiring those around them to make an impact.
Over the next few weeks, we'll be introducing you to a range of Nature Heroes across Kent, from our very own Kent Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers to wildlife champions we work with across the county.
Margery Thomas describes a rainy November at Hothfield Heathland as pigs have been introduced and work is being done to make the bog areas more resilient to drier months.
Margery Thomas, volunteer at Hothfield Heathlands is back to talk about the importance of using pigs in conservation.
Margery Thomas, volunteer at Hothfield Heathlands, shares some of the highlights on offer at the reserve in August. Learn more about the species found here such as the beautiful yellowhammer.
Chief Executive of Kent Wildlife Trust, Evan Bowen-Jones shares our new Wilder Kent 2030 strategy. Find out how we plan to restore nature in Kent through our operating model and working with the…
Our mission is to increase wildlife abundance and climate resilience across 30% of Kent's land and sea. Find out how we're going to accomplish this mission with our Wilder Kent 2030…
How pig activity can create abundant wildflower meadows.
Hear from our Bison Rangers about the wild mega-herbivores of West Blean and Thornden Woods.
What are species reintroductions and how are they linked to rewilding?
Lyndsay Wayman-Rook, Old Chalk New Downs Projects Officer, explores how partnership work was key to restoring eight KWT sites across the Kent Downs as part of this inspiring project.
Area Manager Ian Rickards provides updates about what to expect to see at Hothfield Heathlands over October, from scrub removal to volunteer works.