Environment

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Stone Curlew

Stone-curlew making a triumphant comeback across England’s grasslands

The RSPB has reported the wonderful news that the stone-curlew, a rare grassland dwelling species that had previously suffered…

Salisbury Peregrines

Two eggs already laid ahead of Salisbury’s Peregrine Cam going live

Salisbury Cathedral’s famous peregrines have been hard at work and quick off the mark this year. Ahead of the Cathedral’s…

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Forestry funds open in bid to boost biodiversity and future-proof forests

Applications for the Forestry Commission-delivered Woods into Management Forestry Innovation Funds and the Tree Production Innovation Fund have now…

Gary Mantle has seen the Trust’s membership grow from 3,000 to 23,000 during his tenure

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust CEO to retire after 33 years dedicated to the wildlife and people of the county

After 33 years of dedicated service and amazing achievement for the wildlife and people of the county, Wiltshire Wildlife…

Chris Fry Wiltshire woodland

Forest Research to manage new climate change hub aimed at the forestry sector

The government has launched a Climate Change Hub to support landowners, woodland managers and forestry practitioners in addressing climate…

Keeping your distance from horse riders

‘Keep your distance’: Horse riders’ warning to drivers

MOTORISTS are being urged to check the recently-updated Highway Code after a number of incidents on Vale roads involving…

Lumberjills exhibition. Celebrating women in forestry.

‘Lumberjills’ appeal for exhibition

MODERN-day ‘Lumberjills’ are being sought to celebrate women in forestry. The Forestry Commission, Forestry England and Forest Research are calling…

Small tree growing in the forest

Tree planting funding schemes have re-opened, government confirms

FUNDING schemes aimed at encouraging the planting of hundreds of thousands of trees across England have reopened. More than £14…

Coombe Bissett Down Nature Reserve

Wildlife declines will persist if government funding is not increased

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust says that new plan must be given full backing. THE GOVERNMENT published its much anticipated Environmental Improvement…

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Stargazers: your countryside needs you

A star-filled night sky is one of the most magical sights, one that is especially enjoyable in the countryside….