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… weeding too. How to take part: Create a no-dig bed by laying cardboard over grass or weedy ground, then piling compost or well-rotted manure on top. Don’t dig or turn the … naturally. Mulch beds with organic matter like compost or leaf mould once or twice a year to keep feeding the soil. …

… it doesn’t just disappear; it simply breaks down into smaller and smaller pieces, and has detrimental effects on food … from anything mucky or sharp. If you don't think you'll come across a bin, bring a bag so you can carry any litter … council or landowner. If you come across a fly-tipping site, or a dead animal, report it. Sort your haul : Instead …

… Related Blog Posts … We have taken further steps to conserve and manage water by building a compostable toilet, which is a waterless system that works on the …

… Read more blog posts … My Plastic Bottle-free 2018 … At the start of 2018 Guardians of … (x2), mini soy sauce (x2) and allergy medicine. Both times the milk was an emergency purchase. Once when the …

… What is Dover on the Defensive? With thanks to Kent Coastal Communities Revival Fund, Kent Wildlife Trust is delighted to launch the Dover on the Defensive project in partnership … ancient stonework and historic fortifications of Dover Castle while also supporting the species-rich chalk grassland on …

… Learn more … The role of beavers in the ecosystem As keystone species, they play an important role in shaping the environment they live … on the banks and a tree which wasn’t far from being completely felled. I stayed by the river for a while, but …

… … Author's Adventure: Developing the story of a Wilder Blean through the eyes of young storytellers … Author Alice … a story. Emma Chappell, Education officer at the Trust, explained a little bit about the wilding project. I had planned … supporting cast of characters: a lesser-spotted woodpecker, common lizard, dung beetle and heath fritillary butterfly. …

… retain water can be a great way to more broadly support plants through dry spells and the animals that depend on … helps soil retain moisture which digging over can often release. Of course some digging is good for many species, … way to help soils develop; adding a layer of leaves or semi-composted leaf mould can be an excellent mulch, which worms …

… West Blean and Thornden Woods is one of our largest nature … monitoring program which has been undertaken across the site. All contractors were required to adhere to strict … … Can't find the answer to your question? … In order to welcome the first wild bison herd to the UK, some preparation …

… wires or trellises to provide a framework for climbing plants. Climbing plants like clematis, honeysuckle, rose and jasmine can create an amazing … buildings Providing an extra layer of insulation Keeping homes cool in summer Providing habitats for insects …

… Learn more … Nightingales at Hothfield Heathlands in June … … cotton grass nods across the main bog, with very dense communities of species in the tussocks and along the edge of … brilliant volunteers, have been improving access across the site, building steps down a steep woodland slope, using sand …

… More about wilder grazing … White Faced Woodland Our White Faced Woodlands are our rarest breed of sheep … at grazing within woodland habitats and prefer browsing leaves and woody growth – great for controlling the … other animals such as cows, ponies and pigs, the habitat becomes even more diverse. Whilst cows and ponies graze at …