Coots and moorhens are often seen on our chalk streams, but it can be tricky to tell them apart. Here are some tips for identifying these black water birds.

This month, we're recommending ten brilliant children's books about rivers - perfect for keen young readers!

We are delighted to announce that we have partnered with Cappagh to deliver important works on two of our nature reserves. Supporting both Farlington Marshes and St Clair’s Meadow, this work will…

Carnivorous plants are often thought of as being exotic plants existing on tropical lands far away, or on our windowsill in the form of a Venus fly-trap. However, not to be outdone by distant…

In January last year, Amanda read an article in the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust magazine about supporting local community groups and, concerned with the increasingly isolated…

Being able to connect with nature is important not only for our physical health but also our mental wellbeing. There is plenty of evidence available that shows spending time outdoors in nature…

Butterflies are one of our most beloved insects. Their dazzling colours, gentle nature and arrival coinciding with warmer weather, help win a place in our hearts. It is fair to say, that for all…

The scorpion fly: an insect with a name that might get one’s imagination racing, even more so when seen flying around. A flying scorpion fly, with a wasp-like yellow and black body and a beak…

The Trust is filled with pride as we reflect on the success of the Seeing is Believing 2024 CEO Conference, hosted here in Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight last month.

Looking for a fun activity this summer? Get inspired by the wild world of our beautiful local chalk streams!