Conservation

Saturday, May 3, 2025 longleat hippos lola hodor wiltshire conservation sustainability safari park time capsule

Longleat in Wiltshire is preparing to welcome two new residents this summer - hippos Lola and Hodor. This mother-son duo, aged 21 and 8 respectively, were born at Whipsnade Zoo and will soon make Longleat their new home once … Read More

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 somerset levels landscape national conservation preservation environment designation protection campaign

A recent call from Somerset councillor Henry Hobhouse to designate the Somerset Levels as the UK’s newest national landscape has ignited discussions on preservation and protection. The Levels, boasting the largest … Read More

Sunday, April 27, 2025 celebration exhibit heritage coastal anniversary national trust immersive devon centenary conservation

Celebrate the centennial of Coleton Fishacre, a National Trust estate in Devon, with an immersive lineup of events and the unveiling of a special exhibition featuring never-before-seen photos. Situated near Brixham, this Arts … Read More

Sunday, April 27, 2025 exmoor festival wildlife nature national park events outdoor wellness conservation adventure

This spring, Exmoor National Park is set to unveil its full programme for the upcoming Exmoor Nature Festival, taking place from Saturday, May 17 to Sunday, June 1. With more than 60 events, the festival aims to celebrate the … Read More

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 somerset wetlands project riverways innovation biodiversity ecosystems conservation water quality environmental_goals

A £5 million wetlands project in Somerset is set to revolutionize the local riverways, providing a natural solution to filtrate farm fertilizers through innovative planting methods. Wessex Water, in collaboration with Natural … Read More

Saturday, April 19, 2025 aardman animations conservation wildlife biodiversity donation charity sanctuary somerset farm

Renowned for his creative contributions to animations like Wallace and Gromit and Morph, Peter Lord, co-founder of Aardman Animations, is now making waves in the conservation world. Through generous contributions, he has … Read More