Managing flooding naturally: Part 1
Less than two years after the UK’s last extreme flooding events, we’ve experienced another devastating spate of rainfall and flooding.
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Managing flooding naturally: Part 2
There are better, more effective flood management than the supposed silver bullet of dredging
How beavers improve wetlands and reduce flooding
This World Wetlands Day on February 2, Izzie Tween – beaver recovery officer at Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust – celebrates the role beavers can play in reducing flood risk, boosting…
My flood defence
Bev is grateful to live down the road from Potteric Carr Nature Reserve, a 210ha wetland site which stores excess water from the River Torne during times of high
rainfall. This saved her…
Natural Flood Management
Living near a river or stream brings has many advantages, but can also carry a risk of localised flooding. As part of the Watercress and Winterbournes Landscape Partnership Scheme, we're exploring nature-based solutions to this issue.
Community Views on Natural Flood Management
Flooding is an issue which affects people across Hampshire, but could nature-based solutions be the answer? Hear the key findings of recent research into the views of local residents.
30 Days: Looking back
Throughout June, The Wildlife Trusts’ challenge participants to do something wild and enjoy nature every single day. Here we share some highlights from staff and supporters.
Looking after yourself, and nature
In light of the coronavirus outbreak, maintaining a connection with the natural world is more important than ever to ensure we're taking good care of our health and wellbeing.
Woodland Apprentices: Looking to the Future
As Down to the Coast reaches its end, our Woodland Apprentices talk about their experiences and plans for the future.
Winnall Moors nature reserve closed
Winnall Moors nature reserve in Winchester is to stay closed until mid-April due to flooding.
Friends of Bitterne Station: From Scrubland to Blooming Marvel
Friends of Bitterne Station was started in Spring 2021 by a small group of volunteers wanting to add a few plants to some scrubland by the station to make it a nicer place for people and
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Exotic-looking visiting birds cause a stir in Hampshire
A small number of waxwings have made a dramatic entrance to the South East of England, and they are causing quite a stir among local wildlife lovers in Totton.