Learn more about the wildlife and wild places in Kent and beyond.
In our December instalment about Hothfield we focus on mosses and lichens on the reserve and how they stand out well in low winter light, ranging from dark velvet in the woods to almost neon feathery green in the bogs. Read on to find out more....
Did you know, mistletoe is a hemiparasitic plant - meaning they attach to their host using a structure called the haustorium. They're fascinating plants with a rich cultural history. Learn more in this blog.
This rare butterfly relies on wild woodlands - learn more & support its future.
"As a Blue Mentor at St Radigund’s Youth Club, I’ve watched young people transform curiosity into action, exploring wildlife, local heritage, and historic sites through the pilot Blue Influencers Project. From boat safaris to hidden chambers at Western Heights, their adventures have built skills, confidence, and a lasting connection to nature and history."
Natasha Ruskin explores something terrifying: a world without woodlands.
Be sure to check out these 10 woods whilst exploring Kent, each offering something a little different across the county.
Long-time volunteer Margery Thomas explores what Hothfield Heathlands is like on a crisp November day.
Nina Jones, former Protected Area Warden at Sandwich and Pegwell Bay shares some of the best birds to look out for on the way back to the UK for their winter stay.
