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Beaver swimming with its head just above the water

Thank you for supporting our KWT Nature Restoration Fund

… There's no time like the present to get outside, get involved and get connected to nature. … reality. In Kent, habitats like heathlands, which were once common, have all but disappeared. Most of our waterways are … is facing extinction. It seems unbelievable that, in the coming years, creatures like dormice, hedgehogs and lesser …

Our plans for Polhill

… Related blog posts … Our plans for Polhill … How do you restore a chalk downland? Our appeal to purchase an extension … offers us a unique opportunity to restore an additional 26 acres of arable land into a rare and biodiverse habitat … set-up to house the grazing animals. Depending on the soil composition analysed in the first few months, suitable …

Case Study: Roadside Nature Reserves

… Being a keen birdwatcher, and having spare time, I wanted to “give something back”. I joined the Roadside Nature … landscape in Kent, and much of the rest of the UK, has become increasingly fragmented, especially in the last 50 years or so.  As …

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Kent Wildlife Trust Crowned Environmental Charity of the Year at Kent Charity Awards

… perseverance that charities and voluntary groups undertake to make the lives of others better. It is open to both small … hosted by the BBC’s Rebecca Kenyon and Phil Harrison. The nomination for the trust covered all aspects of the work of … government announcements threatening to reduce our net-zero commitments it has never been more urgent to highlight the …

Bluebells in the forest with sunset - inspired by Wild Isles

Wild Isles

… by Wild Isles? These handy guides provide some of our top locations to spot wildlife featured in the series. … Where to see … Trust's amazing nature reserves were used in the filming of Wild Isles. If after watching, you're itching to get …

New pond dipping platforms at Kent Wildlife Trust

… … Kent Wildlife Trust has received funds from Biffa Award to replace the pond dipping platforms and can now continue … huge thank you to the local residents, schools, nurseries, community groups, volunteers and families that wrote letters … Officer is working with the contractors to ensure there is minimal disruption to our wildlife, and our volunteers are …

Common Blue butterfly male

Wildlife Ark Nature Reserves

… a Nature Reserve near you … Some of the Wildlife Arks we reccomend Each Wildlife Ark serves as a testament to our commitment to conservation, ensuring that both … slope valley. … An Ancient Hillfort Near Canterbury. … Predominantly wooded, with areas of grassland and two disused …

Two pipistrelle bats nestled under a slate tile.

How to support bats in your garden (and why)

… How to support bats in your garden (and why) … My name’s Amanda … they are attracted to any insects stuck to them and can become trapped themselves. If you have to use one, enclose it … half an hour after sunrise – and at the very least, for 90 minutes around those times. This is especially important …

Nature tots toddler playing and looking up at parent

Spring Fun with Nature Tots

… Join us for the next Nature Tots sessions … Nature Tots - a place for parents and … Environmental stewardship At the heart of Nature Tots is a commitment to environmental stewardship. Through … of community among families. By bringing together like-minded individuals, Nature Tots creates a support network …

Bee and Flower

Why choose Kent Wildlife Trust as your charity of the year?

… this time that many businesses and organisations start to think about choosing their charity of the year... … If … considering us! There are a few ways you can help us:  become a corporate partner  fundraise for us  volunteer with … receive exclusive discounts  be the first to hear about upcoming events, campaigns, and products  be supported by the …

An Introduction to Craneflies

… Learn more … An Introduction to Craneflies … Insect expert Ben Keywood from Sheffield and … Wildlife Trust takes a closer look at craneflies. … How to identify a cranefly There are around 350 different … species of cranefly found in the UK. The ones we tend to see around our gardens belong to a group known as Tipula, …