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Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
The leading nature conservation charity in the two counties. We protect local wildlife and inspire people to love nature through our beautiful nature reserves and programme of events across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
As a charity, our work is only made possible through the generosity of people like you who support us. Thank you.
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The Wildlife Trusts play a very important part in protecting our natural heritage. I would encourage anyone who cares about wildlife to join them
Latest wildlife news
Operation yellowhammer - how to ensure payments for farmers bring returns for everyone
New research by Wildlife Trusts, National Trusts and RSPB sets out the costs and benefits of investing in nature.
Ants in your plants!
There are estimated to be over 60 species of ant in Britain and over 30 have been recorded in our two counties, making our region…
Wonderful Woodland Flora
Spring is one of the best times of year to discover woodland flora. Visit your nearest woodland and see the stunning array of flowers…
Spring meadows
Walking through a wildflower meadow is one of the quintessential experiences of an English spring, and one that many of us look forward…
Only Fools and Orchids
Not only are wild orchids beautiful to look at, they are also the undisputed masters of mimicry. As the weather gets warmer, look out…
Bird numbers soar at Farlington Marshes!
Creative thinking and innovative conservation solutions have seen lapwing, redshank and avocet numbers reach the highest they have been…
Things to do and places to go
Forest School 2-5 years
Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve,
Sopwith Way, Swanwick, Hampshire, SO31 7AY
Forest School for 2-5 years
Testwood Lakes Nature Reserve,
Brunel Road, Calmore, Totton, Hampshire, SO40 3YD
Sandown Meadows Nature Reserve
A haven for a wealth of different species
Fishlake Meadows Nature Reserve
A spectacular wetland and a birder’s paradise
Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve
A beautiful patchwork of wildlife rich habitats
We've started work to update the nature reserve thanks to two large grants…
Volunteering
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The Southern Co-operative volunteering day
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