Adder's-tongue fern
The adder's-tongue fern is so-named because the tall stalk that bears its spores is thought to resemble a snake's tongue. An indicator of ancient meadows, it can be found mainly in…
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Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
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Wild Oxford
BBOWT ran the Wild Oxford project in partnership with Oxford City Council to inspire people of all ages to explore and discover the wild, green spaces in Oxford through volunteering and events. The project covered Chilswell Valley, Lye Valley, Raleigh Park and Rivermead Nature Park.
Oxford to Cambridge Expressway
The Government has proposed a new road, the Oxford to Cambridge Expressway, between the A34 south of Oxford and Milton Keynes. We have launched a legal challenge against them because we believe they have contravened EU law when selecting the corridor for the Expressway.
Adder
Our only venomous snake, the shy adder can be spotted basking in the sunshine in woodland glades and on heathlands.
Thousands attend Oxford climate strike
BBOWT joined thousands of school pupils in Oxford for the global climate strike.
Oxford Festival of Nature 2020
A festival celebrating the natural world! 23rd May - 7th June 2020. From expert talks to wildlife walks, river cruises, theatre and comedy and much more! Wildlife fun for everyone!
Oxford to Cambridge Expressway cancelled
We are delighted that the Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps MP, has today cancelled the OxCam Expressway. We have opposed the Expressway from the very beginning and were engaged in a…
Response to Oxford to Cambridge Expressway announcement
Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) is profoundly concerned following today’s announcement from the Department for Transport about the Oxford-Cambridge Expressway and associated ‘Growth…
Smooth snake
The rare smooth snake can only be found at a few heathland sites in the UK. It looks a bit like an adder, but lacks the distinctive zig-zag pattern along its back.
Weather decimates Oxford’s annual wild flower count
Charity fights for £60k funding for floodplain meadows
Identify UK snakes
Grass snake, adder or smooth? The UK has three species of snake - as well as slow worms - so read our guide to work out what you've spotted.
Grass snake
The grass snake is our longest snake, but don't worry if you find one in the compost heap - it's harmless! Look out for this green and yellow beauty in grasslands and wetlands, too.