Wildlife

Friday, April 19, 2024 bath gulls nuisance natural england public safety council nests eggs wildlife urban

Bath and North East Somerset Council is seeking permission from Natural England to remove nests and eggs of gulls during the breeding season. The council can only take action if the birds pose a threat to public safety, such … Read More

Thursday, February 15, 2024 bath volunteers amphibians migration conservation roadkill toads frogs newts wildlife

Every spring, the residents of Bath rally together to protect the local toad, frog, and newt populations as they make their perilous journey across Charlcombe Lane to reach their breeding lake at the bottom of Charlcombe … Read More

Sunday, December 31, 2023 somerset mendip hills ubley warren nature reserve walking trails wildlife historical velvet bottom beacon batch lead mining landscape somerset wildlife trust caves exploration christmas outdoors

Nestled in the picturesque Mendip Hills, Ubley Warren is a hidden gem offering breathtaking walking trails and a rich historical heritage. A nature reserve encompassing Ubley Warren, Velvet Bottom, and Beacon Batch, this … Read More

Sunday, November 26, 2023 somerset rubbish dump nature reserve transformation broadband carymoor environmental trust wessex internet fiber south somerset connectivity rejuvenation wildlife sustainability

A Somerset rubbish dump has been given a new lease on life as it has been transformed into a thriving nature reserve. The Carymoor Environmental Trust spearheaded the rejuvenation of the old landfill site, which had been … Read More

Sunday, November 26, 2023 somerset tradition wildlife fundraiser charity swim event cold water marine rescue

The Secret World Wildlife Rescue Centre in East Huntspill is encouraging swimmers to take the plunge into the icy waters of Marine Lake in Clevedon on New Year’s Day. This annual tradition, spanning decades, aims to … Read More