Purver’s Patch was a badly overgrown area, with litter caught up in the many brambles and ivy around. There was also an old caravan on the patch with smashed windows and even more rubbish inside.…

Mysterious structures are all that remains of many historic water meadow systems, making them precious pieces of local history. The Watercress and Winterbournes partners have been restoring…

In Cheriton, a rural lane has been funnelling harmful sediment into the local chalk stream. The Watercress and Winterbournes partners have been helping the community to find a solution.

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.

The electric flash of blue as a kingfisher whizzes past can cause a stir at any time of year but, as the colours fade in autumn, these birds become even more visible. Look out for them watching…

There are lots of insects we might associate with autumn rolling in – spiders, crane flies, wasps – but what about ladybirds?

When you head out on a walk or even into the garden, how often do you see some type of wildlife? Almost every time is the likely answer! Did you know that you could be sitting on a gold mine of…

As autumn approaches, we are beginning to see different species out and about. As some species head south, others are beginning their annual cycle. This week we talk about some of the wildlife to…

Discover the different ways that moths and butterflies spend the winter

As the days get shorter and colder, you might notice the birdlife in our local habitats is changing. Many species are heading south now their breeding season has finished. For some, this might…