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New poll shows children like to be outdoors and enjoy wild places

… own gardens wilder or taking action to protect our local community green spaces.” Reflections on the species in the … a squirrel every day because grey squirrels are a very common species. Stevie Rice continues: “These findings are … all we can to ensure our natural heritage is protected for future generations so that it’s still there for these …

A wildflower meadow

Wild your garden

… are a great way of using up dry cut material that won’t compost down quickly. They provide fantastic natural … non-native shrubs and plants in the garden is ‘bad’. We welcome a mix of plants into our nature-friendly garden. But … Including at least one tree and several shrubs would be ideal in any garden, but this is not always possible due to …

A redshank standing amongst seaweed on the edge of the water

Top Migratory Birds to Spot This Winter

… the edge of the tide, scampering back and forth. Ringing studies have shown that birds from Greenland and Siberia may … birds | The Wildlife Trusts . You can also check our upcoming guided wetland walks for an opportunity to learn more …

The role of IT in conservation

… of environmental data to identify patterns and predict outcomes. Machine learning algorithms can forecast climate … responsibly, ensuring that it contributes to a sustainable future for all life on Earth. … The role of IT in …

Grow your own organic garden

… Organic vegetable gardeners usually make their own compost and leaf-mould. This is not just good for soils and … and a million minibeasts. Gardeners who produce their own compost do not degrade other environments by using peat. And … a garden’s ecosystem as well as practical tips on how to deal with them. Further information Kent Wildlife Trust’s …

Summer flowers for a wildlife-friendly garden

… is a wildflower with tall, bell-like yellow flowers. Come the evening, the flowers open fully to attract … winter and early spring flowering plants.   Let plants die back naturally and avoid over-tidying. This provides …

Make a New Year's Resolution for your well-being this January

… what we’ve achieved, and to consider our hopes for the coming months. … I’m always made to feel welcome and valued. When you have been made redundant from your … join their Coastal Guardian programme across the Medway and Deal-Dungeness areas – this is a really flexible role for …

viviparous lizard camouflaged on a stone background

Wilder Blean Reptile Monitoring 2021-24

… near Canterbury, Kent, UK. The surrounding Blean woodland complex is one of the largest surviving blocks of ancient … (pigs) treatment was also significant (β^​ = 0.728, p = 0.026). This large positive effect negated the significant main … References Borer E & Risch A (2024). Planning for the future: Grasslands, herbivores, and nature‐based solutions.  …

A window box with buzzing insects around

Supporting pollinators and insects

… situation. As opposed to planting any beautiful plants you come across in a garden centre, choosing native plants helps … anemone Snowdrop Snakeshead fritillary Native flowers we commonly grow in our gardens include: Ox-eye daisy … or install a minibeast home Shelter is one of the key ingredients for a good wildlife garden, providing space for …

No dogs please

Are beachgoers driving our wildlife away?

… two bird species recently added to the red list, the common gull and the black-backed gull. Signage and … and mindfulness, and it is wonderful that people want to come here but the failure to see beyond their own needs and … to wildlife offences can be found on  Kent Wildlife Trust's website . … Are beachgoers driving our wildlife away? …

A view across Blue Bell Hill, with trees framing either side.

Why we’re Kent Wildlife Trust members

… which we are booked onto later this spring!   We’d really recommend membership to anyone considering it. For the cost of … feel good knowing you’re supporting local wildlife for the future of our planet and generations to come.  … Why we’re Kent Wildlife Trust members … In this …