Surge in Asian Hornet Numbers Sparks Urgent Warning in Somerset Saturday, August 30, 2025 asianhornet invasivespecies beekeeping somerset pollination biodiversity conservation insects environmentalthreat yellowleggedhornet The Somerset Beekeepers Association (SBKA) is calling on residents to remain vigilant and report any sightings of the invasive yellow-legged Asian hornet (YLH). This alert coincides with the British Beekeepers … Read More
Village Appeals to Save Unique Brutalist Church from Demolition Wednesday, August 27, 2025 brutalism architecture heritage conservation community batheaston church demolition planning diocese Residents of Batheaston, a village near Bath, are urging the Bishop of Clifton to grant them the opportunity to purchase the Church of the Good Shepherd before it is demolished. This striking brutalist church, built in 1967, … Read More
Backwell's Unique 'Strawberries and Cream' Tree Faces Challenges Tuesday, August 26, 2025 backwell tree hybrid blossom drought pruning mulch conservation village landmark In the village of Backwell, North Somerset, a rare and captivating tree known for its distinctive ‘strawberries and cream’ blossoms—pink on one side and white on the other—is showing signs of distress. This hybrid tree is one … Read More
Critical Appeal Launches to Protect Somerset’s Catcott Nature Reserve Monday, August 25, 2025 catcott somerset wildlife conservation nature reserve appeal birdlife habitat donation Somerset Wildlife Trust has launched an urgent appeal to raise £535,000 to safeguard and enhance Catcott Nature Reserve, a prized natural area on the Somerset Levels. The Trust, which has managed Catcott since the late 1960s, … Read More
Critical Appeal Launched to Protect Somerset’s Beloved Catcott Nature Reserve Monday, August 25, 2025 somerset catcott wildlife conservation reserve habitat birds donation trust nature Somerset Wildlife Trust has urgently launched an appeal to raise £535,000 for the conservation and enhancement of the Catcott Nature Reserve, a cherished flagship site located on the Somerset Levels. Having managed Catcott … Read More
Idyllic South West Nature Reserve Balances Wildlife and Visitors Sunday, August 24, 2025 kingcombe naturereserve dorsetwildlife conservation wildlife butterflies flora farming trails ecotourism Kingcombe Nature Reserve is a shining example of harmony—balancing the needs of wildlife, visitors, farming, and holiday homes within its picturesque grounds. Managed expertly by the Dorset Wildlife Trust, this reserve … Read More